Lewis Puller (FFG 23) - Naval Cruise Book

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SHIP ' S CREED USS LEWIS B. PULLER (FFG-2;3) 1 . Each crew memliei- is entitled to dignity and resiject as an individual, but must abide by common standards established by the command. Rights carry responsibilities. ' 2. No one should lie, cheat or steal from a shipmate or fail to come to his aid in time of need. H. Each man must contribute 100 ' , at ' his ability to the ship ' s missif)n. Any less effort by an individual passes the buck to someone else. 4. The ship ' s crew is a disciplined family structure with similar relationships liased on mutual respect among members. o. It is essential that issues and problems which tend to lessen the ship ' s effectiveness be addressed and resolved. 8. A blending of separate cultures, varying educational levels and different social backgrounds is possible in an unselfish atmosphere of common goals, aspirations and mutual understanding. 7. We will strive for excellence in everything we do. We recognize that being the best requires common effort, hard work and teamwork. Nothing worthwhile comes easy. 8. Each man deserves job satisfaction, equal consideration and recognition of his accomplishments. 9. Knowing yciur fellow shipmate well enables y ou to learn to look at things thnnii h !(,s eyes as well as your own. 10. Issues detracting from the efficiency and sense of well being of an individual should be surfaced and weighed against the impact of the ship as a whole. 11. It must be recognized that a brotherhood concept depends on all members bclon i inL; - being fully accepted by others within. 1 2. The ship ' s motto - SERVICE. DISCIPLINE. ESPRIT - is the code we will strive to live by each day as we work to achieve excellence.

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BULLDOG ' S FIRST DEPLOYMENT

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V ifcu x : J5fi. •- •=- -J -, 13 January 19S4 To the Men of USS LEWIS B. PULLER, On this first deployment of -CHESTY PULLER, my heart goes forth to you and your fighting ship. I pray that she will help deter conflict, and know that you who man her will always be ready to defend this Nation ' s precious freedoms. My husband, Lieutenant General Lewis B. Chesty Puller, the Marine whose name your ship bears, held a revered place in his heart for those who are on the Navy-Marine Corps team. General Puller lived to serve our wonderful country. He was a combat Marine who led by example and personal courage. He believed there is an obligation to bear arms, and practiced soldierly discipline by personal heroism and devotion to duty. I know you will carry this proud heritage of service under arms in the days and months ahead. May God bless this ship and her men with fair winds and following seas. ' !ji, V iJ 1 V ' -c .WL, Pui.tl2. ,