Missouri (BB 63) - Naval Cruise Book

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GMGJ Vernon Henderson GMG3 Andy Monn GMG3 Pasquell Robinson GMGJ Anthony Sayles GMGJ Robert Schultz —J GMG3 Michael Spence ■ GMG3 Mark Yule GMGsn Brvan Mason GMGSN Wendell Newton GMGSN Keith Wilson

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G-2 Turret 2 is MISSOURI ' S largest turret. Augmented by as many as fifty declc de- partment sailors, the rated gunner ' s mates of G-2 man the massive elevation and train gears, projectile hoists, powder magazines, and gun rooms which control the explosive forces measured in hundreds of thousands of pounds psi. The gunnery crew of G-2 consistently receives high marks for its ability to deliv- er massive firepower with speed and accu- racy.

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G-3 The men of G-3 repair and maintain turret 3 and keep the big guns constantly ready for action. On watch and at General Quarters, they man the turret, controlling everything from pointing the guns to get- ting a continuous supply of powder and projectiles to their gun captains. The men of Turret 3 take great pride in the condition and readiness of their guns. They use their extensive technical knowl- edge to correct and control problems on the spot, enabling MISSOURI to continue answering the nation ' s call for fire. (top) Fine, windblown sand from the desert drifts many miles out to sea. clogging filters. GMGl Wergin vacuums the grit out. (bottom) Careful maintenance keeps the guns in tip-top shape.