Kilauea (AE 26) - Naval Cruise Book

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DEDICATED TO SKIP SANTOS KENNETH MORGAN COMPASSION IS AN OFTEN MUSUNDERSTOOD WORD MAYBE IT MEANS TO WANT TO CARE MAYBE IT MEANS TO HOPE TO LOVE IN A TIME OF SYNTHETIC LIFE COMPASSION IS HARD TO FIND AND HARD TO HOLD A MAN ' S STRENGTH LIES WITHIN HIMSELF HE NEEDS ONLY TO KNOW AND BE HIMSELF TO HELP OTHERS FIND THE STRENGTH THEY DESPERATELY NEED MAYBE THIS IS COMPASSION

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7orward . The elusive search for the answers to questions yet unasked tends to serve as a foundation for awareness. With the dawning of awareness comes the opportunity to benefit from the acquisition of knowledge: for it can be said that knowledge is awareness, and awareness is knowledge. While working hand in hand with this quest for awareness, particular circumstance has a tendency to manifest itself, that is the evolvement of understanding. To question is in itself one of the most vital of aspects i n arriving at an understanding of life. How is an individual able to claim his role in life and be at peace with himself, if he does not attempt to discover this understanding? As elusive answer awaits those who are willing to seek the questions of life. While the questions are being asked and answers formulated, the conception of success in a single stride will remain an indistinct image It is imperative to always be willing to continue the search, no matter how minute the progressive develop- ment. The milestones of progress are small, irregular, and hidden from view; unless the questions are asked, it is pointless to proceed any further. After a period of time with the maturing of understanding, another gradual transformation tends to gain form; a delicate balance is gently felt from within This is yourself at peace with the world around you, warmth and understanding in regards toward others, and a contentment with life - within you and beyond To expect this balance to arrive with a wave of knowledge and awareness should not be judged as the rule, for in a contest of this sort, who can set the rules and decide the victor? One and only one person can see the results and speak forth, and that one is - - - yourself. .

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The History OJ . , , The USS KILAUEA (AE-26) isthefirst of a new class of ammunition ships designed to carry missiles and other munitions to forward areas for transfer to combatant ships while un- derway. She was built by the QUINCY DIVISION of GENERAL DYNAMICS at Quincy, Massachu- setts. The keel was first laid on 10 March 1966, and she was launched on 9 August 1967. Mrs. Michael Kirwan, wife of congressman Kirwan of Ohio, was the sponsor. The KILAUEA was Commissioned on 10 August 1968 at Boston Naval Shipyard and arrived at her Home Port of Concord, California, on November 8, 1969. She completed her first deployment to the Western Pacific between July 1970 and Feb- ruary 1971. She deployed for a second cruise on 5 August 1971 and returned to Concord in July 1972. The KILAUEA is the second naval vessel bearing the name. The first, an ammunition ship of an earlier class, was renamed the USS MOUNT BAKER. The KILAUEA is named after a volcanic crater on the southeast side of MAUNA LOA MOUNTAIN, located on the island of Hawaii. This volcano is the traditional home of PELE, the Polynesian Fire Goddess, and is one of the most active volcanoes of the world today. The KILAUEA was designed from the keel up for the STREAM (Standard Tension Replen- ishment Alongside Method) system for rapid underway transfer of munitions to ships along- side. Vertical Replenishment capabilities are provided by two CH-46 helicopters. With a full load displacement of approximately 18,000 tons, the KILAUEA has the size, speed and capability to rearm four ships simultaneously. The KILAUEA is 564 feet long with a beam of 81 feet, a full load draft of 28 feet and is fitted with a passive roll stabilization tank to provide a steady platform for handling ammunition un- der nearly any sea condition. Extensive fire- fighting features have been included to mini- mize the hazards involved in handling and stowage of dangerous munitions. As a vital and efficient unit afloat, the KI- LAUEA stands ready to fulfill all objectives of the American Seagoing Forces. Her crew of over 300 men stand ready to serve the cause of freedom and peace throughout the world.