John McCain (DDG 36) - Naval Cruise Book

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Jlfe i i ETN3 J. WALLACE JR. ETN3 J.L. ANNIS ETN3 C.G. RAKESTRAW ETRSN R.L. EDWARDS ETN3 W.J. ZIMMERMAN - « ETRSN M.T. MANRY ETNSN D.A. YARYAN ETN2 V.N. CUEVAS 41

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OSCS L.J. WILSON The Operations Specialist is a vital link in the ship ' s combat systems. The long range detection of an enemy by radar is extremely important in a ship ' s survival, and the protection of our country. Besides enemy detection, the Operations Specialist must be skilled in navigation as a back-up to the Quartermasters, as anti- submarine warfare plotters, and skilled in the procedures of radio- telephone communication. All of these duties require a maximum degree of alertness if the ship is to function as a combat unit. OSC W.E. BORDERS OSl K.P. OSTERBERGER From: COMDESRON TWO ONE TO: USS JOHN S. MCCAIN 0S2 R.S. CROSSAN BON VOYAGE 1. You and your crew have completed the difficult task of ensuring USS JOHN S. MCCAIN ' S material condition supported her return xsit to CONUS. Your efforts displayed dedication and professionalism and were accomplished in a highly commendable manner. 2. Good luck and best wished for a smooth xsit home to rejoin your loved ones. 3. Look forward to your rejoining the Rampant Lions after our return to CONUS. 0S2 R.A. RUMMEL 0S2 R. SOLIS 43