Harlan Dickson (DD 708) - Naval Cruise Book

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LISBUN, PIIHTUGI-ll.-The Purtal nf Europe Up the Tagus River steamed the Dickson to Lisbon, the last port of call on our cruise. On the right bank of the river, some ten miles from the sea, lay the capitol and principle seaport of Portugal, Lisbon. This port signaled the end of the arduous fleet exercises and nearly six months of operations in the Mediterranean. The Dickson moored but a few blocks from Black Horse Square, a large handsome square, sur- rounded on three sides by the Naval Arsenal, the Exchange, and the Custom House. Other ships of the Sixth Fleet moored at various locations along the right bank of the river. With one eye toward the West and the long anticipated return to the United States, the crew of the Dickson set out determined to make this, the last port on our itinerary, a memorable one. Lisbon had much to offer as a liberty port. To those who had as yet failed to buy a souvenir for the family or friends back home this port met our needs. Beautiful linens in the form of tablecloths, blouses and ' handkerchiefs was available to us. This linen came to Lisbon from the nearby Madeira Islands. Silver in the form of beautiful filigree pins and bracelets was also a favorite purchase. For those who were disappointed at our failure to visit a Spanish port, the bull fights offered a different and exciting spectacle. To those who had seen the famous churches and palaces of Lisbon, other beautiful spots were within easy riding dis- tance. Estoril, on the Portugese Riviera, boasting a beautiful beach and a luxurious casino, lay not too many miles distant. Others who were tired of the sea, sought out the mountain village of Sintra, with its ancient Moorish Castle and its quaint cafes in which some of Portugal's best wines were to be found. Still others took advantage of the opportunity to visit the beautiful shrine of Fatima not too distant from Lisbon. Turning our back to Europe, we headed for home. The cruise had been a memorable one, but home and loved ones were still 3000 miles away. One fact remains uppermost as a result of this journey, we all came to a much sharper appreciation of how lucky we are to be Americans.