Marias (AO 57) - Naval Cruise Book

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AA M G. WodoNwski. MM3 ' ' M Division has its work cut out for them. They take the steam put out by the boilers and keep the Marias on the move when commitments have to be looked after. These men are responsible for the upkeep and operation of all pumps, condensers, reduction gears, and air compressors needed in the steam propulsion plant on the Marias. They also run and maintain the generators, used for all electrical power and lighting, and the evaporators which distill fresh and feed water used aboard ship for the boilers and the crew ' s use. So ' ' M Division is busy night and day, inport and out at sea to see that the Marias is where she is needed, whenever called upon. Z)Msm R. Bishop. MMFN

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The purpose of the Electrical Division is to provide safe and continued operation of shipboard electrical equipment. This entails the maintenance of a large number of elec- trical circuits and associated equipment with the responsibilities of preventive maintenance being a prime requisite. ' ' E Division, in conjunction with the other divisions, provides a vital link in the gen- eration and continuance of the Marias ' ' can do spirit. D. Kappaus, SA S division

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LID. E. MCATEE Operations Officer OperatioHs ' Department ENS R. B. FITCH Navigation Officer Led by Lt. I hc Atee and hiis subordinate officers, the Operations Department maintains the highest standards of excellence in the performance of all duties. This highly trained group of individuals is responsible for communications, combat alertness and general movements of the ship while underway. Throughout the entire cruise, v hen this department was called upon to take on a task, they have produced in the quiet, productive manner expected of them. Congratulations. LTJGC. H. PITT Former Navigation Officer No picture available ENSS. L. KERR CIC Officer ENS D. E. SIEBERT Cc.nmunications Officer