Constellation (CV 64) - Naval Cruise Book

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(Below) The charred remains of One Main was a mute testament to the fire ' s destruction. (Top left) Less than three months later, after thousands of manhoiirs of work. One Main rose. Phoenix-like from the ashes. (Above) Pacific Ship Fabrication and Repair project manager Ed Speakman and Capt. Zerr prepare to light off boilers in One Main. (Left) At last the moment arrived, and the boilers in One Main were lit. FIRE 27

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(Right) AFFF, lifeblood of the fireftghting efforts was transferred from barrels into ship ' s tanks. ( Top) Medical Department provided first aid to the injured. (Middle) There never was a lack of volunteers to fight the fire. (Bottom) A firefighter enjoys a brief respite from the blaze. Many would return to the scene time and time again. 26 FIRE

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POM As the countdown reached the last 30 days, the ship entered POM, prepara- tion for overseas movement. For some, it meant a chance to take leave and visit family and loved ones. For others, it was a last-minute rush to finish needed repairs and renovation. It would be a time of preparation and planning. Hard-to-get items were procured now. because everyone knew that the middle of the Indian Ocean is no place to find out that an essential item is not available on board. (Below) Padeyes and other flight deck accessories receive one final coat of paint. (Below) In anticipation of the heavy scheduleofflightoperationsduringWESTPAC, theflightdeck i a new coat of non-skid. (Above) Side painters got in some final ticks. (Left) Scaffolding shrouds the island as workers apply the finishing touches.