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Strength For Freedom USS Missouri (BB 63) It documents what many of the Officers, Sailors and Marines have achieved in bringing Mighty Mo back to a full level of operations, and then performing the important role as diplomats for the United States when visiting international ports, and as always, safely executing the requirements of daily life at sea. Some of these moments have been captured in pictures by PHI Robert W. Lindel and PH2 Paul 1. Erickson, with contributions from LCDR Geoffrey Calabrese, LT Mark Blackington, LT Graeme Currie JOCS Steve Hiney, EMCS Pete Petersen, JOl Richard Dove, JOl William Egan, PHI Carlos Drake MM Lou Transfiguracion, MM1 William Walters, FC2 Shawn Frasher, BM2 Thomas Lavrich, FC2 Scott Werner, PH3 D. Hensley, SN Greg Maynor, SN James Straube, Mrs. Robert Lindel, Robert P. Morrison, Royal Australian Navy Photographers, and Josten ' s Craftline Photography. It would be impossible to fully capture the immense strength and power of this battleship and its crew. But that total strength of the men who control this awesome ship of the line is the cornerstone on which this book was designed, and to whom it is dedicated. This book was produced by USS Missouri ' s X-3 Division, Public Affairs Office.
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232104Z NOV 86 FM COMSIXTHFLT TO USS MISSOURI SUBJ: BRAVO ZULU 1. As Mighty Mo departs the Mediterranean, I commend the officers and men of your fine ship for a totally professional tour in SIXTHFLT. Your presence has meant a great deal to our southern region allies, and has especially strengthened relations with our Turkish, Italian, and Spanish friends. Through exceptional conduct ashore and superbly hosted DV and media embarks and receptions aboard, you have represented the nation and the Navy superbly. The Mediterranean is better off for your having passed this way. 2. I deeply appreciate the many courtesies extended to me during my stay aboard. You folks really know how to keep all the balls in the air, and there was much juggling to be done. Thanks, Well Done, and may fair winds and following seas accompany you for the remainder of your cruise. K. E. Moranville Vice Admiral 281636Z NOV 86 FM USDAO LISBON TO USS MISSOURI 1. Ambassador Shakespeare sends. 2. To the officers and men of USS Missouri: Your visit to Lisbon was an incredible success. You hosted virtually every senior government and military official in Portugal, from President Mario Soares on down. You performed every function with style, grace, and dignity, adhering always to the finest naval tradition. Many of the senior members remember visiting Missouri when she was last here in 1948; I am confident that your visit of November 1986 will be remembered and talked about fondly for the next 40 years and more. The president ' s staff confided that his visit to Missouri is the most significant Portugese American event in memory. Certainly it was the most significant, most impressive, most enjoyable event I have been privileged to share during my tenure as U.S. Ambassador to Portugal. 3. Captain Carney, I salute you and your outstanding crew. Bravo Zulu in every sense of that cherished signal. From Lisbon: Tehna Sempre, Mares Calmos, Ventos Moderados, E Muitas E Boas Viagems. Frank Shakespeare Ambassador 281602Z NOV 86 FM CINCUSNAVEUR LONDON UK TO USS MISSOURI SUBJ: BRAVO ZULU 1. Thirty years was too long to wait for Missouri ' s return to European waters. Your professional skill and unflagging enthusiasm in responding to all our operational and diplomatic requirements were unsurpassed. As the U.S. Consul in Istanbul said, your deployment has been an extraordinary demonstration of peacetime naval diplomacy. 2. From the Suez Canal embarkation of senior Egyptian officials three weeks ago to your hosting of the President of Portugal, you have shown thousands of our southern region friends and allies an impressive dimension of naval strength. I have received numerous compliments for the hospitality and many courtesies you showed to my guests during my time on board in Naples. This praise has been echoed resoundingly from every point along your course. 3. Please extend a hearty Well Done to each member of the superb Missouri team for his contribution to the memorable success of your deployment in the European Theater. It is often said the American Bluejacket is one of our finest Ambassadors. You have underlined that sentiment in a most impressive manner. Godspeed and smooth sailing on your homeward passage. A. S. Moreau, Jr. Admiral 100311Z DEC 86 FM CINCPACFLT PEARL HARBOR TO USS MISSOURI SUBJ: MISSOURI AROUND THE WORLD DEPLOYMENT 1. As you return to the Pacific Fleet area in preparation for a well deserved homecoming, I want every member of USS Missouri to know of my great pride in your superb performance and many accomplishments during your around the world cruise. I closely followed your presence in the Mediterranean and noted with pleasure your totally professional response to all operational and diplomatic requirements. Following transit of the Suez, you shared your hospitality and personal diplomacy with more than 25,000 friends and allies who visited Mighty Mo during her goodwill port visits to Istanbul, Turkey; Naples, Italy; Palma, Spain; and Lisbon, Portugal. The hospitality afforded these guests as well as crew conduct ashore were impressive, and reflect great credit on all hands. 2. My personal congratulations to the entire crew of Mighty Mo for a job well done. Keep charging! Ace Lyons Admiral
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