Leyte (CVS 32) - Naval Cruise Book

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emphasis is placed on this facet to in- sure a high state of morale as Well as a thorough technical knowledge and proficiency in the operation of fleet equipment. Organization, planning, material . , Another essential ingredient to the suc- cessful operation of an Anti-Submarine Force is the state of training and compe- tence of the person- nel Who man the ships and aircraft of the fleet. Continued maintenance, com- munications, con- stant operations, training and educa- tion are all ingredi- ents that are utilized to forge the Task Group to make it a capable, efficient unit of the Antisulomarine Defense Forces.