Floyd Parks (DD 884) - Naval Cruise Book

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L, That P.I sun is to much to cope with .... WD DIVISION As each and every visitor comes aboard the Floyd B. Parks, his first impression of the ship is created by the smart appearance of the exterior spaces. The men of the Deck Division value the Parks' traditional reputation as one of the Pacific Fleet's finest. Led by Boatswain Mate First MCCOURT who is ably assisted by BM2 BAU- MEISTER and BM3 AMANTE. they maintain this tra- dition through many long hours of chipping, painting, and cleaning top side spaces. As the backbone of the Special Sea and Anchor Detail, these men carry out all aspects of mooring and anchor- ing. In addition, theirs is the responsibility of manning and caring for the Motor Whale Boat. Replenishment at sea finds the men of WD manning the forward, amidships, and after stations and perform- ing a variety of tasks, including transferring fuel, am- munition, and provisions. Both underway and in-port, the men from the Deck Division stand vital watches as Helmsman, Messenger, Lookout and Sentry. Inaddition, these men suppliment repair parties, gun crews, fire, and rescue parties, helo refueling details, and landing parties. With versatility as WD,s keynote, these men must be prepared to perform an enormous variety of tasks. The Deck Divisionis full valve is seldom realized until an important inspection is pending or an emergency arises. Nevertheless, they may be proud in knowing that their job is WELL DONEMI Old faithful .... let us down continuously In iiight refueling SN Dunphy standing by forward the station Rigging Aft

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fff ----'W 0 ur department head SN Garland and SN Mathis loading Mount 51 WG DIVISIGN The ability to deliver accurate, rapid and conti- nuous fire against the enemy has been one of the oldest traditions of our navy. In keeping With this fine tradition WG Division maintained the main battery of the Parks in outstanding condition dur- ing the 66-67 cruise. Many key positions are filled by the men of WG Division and it has been their responsibility to train other crevv members. Under the supervision of GMGC CLARK WG Division kept the Parks always ready to take offensive or Ward off attack. Atta boy, Luther! In port Danang, RVN The Gunners