Pine Island (AV 12) - Naval Cruise Book

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DECEMBER December was welcomed with an evident degree of anticipation on the part of all hands, for this was the time we had all been waiting for. Even though we had seen many new and different places, the prospect of returning home is always welcome. Shortly after arriving in Yokosuka, Japan in late November we shifted the Flag to the SALISBURY souuo which was to serve as the Flagship for the next six months. Many of the men took advantage of our stay in Yokosuka to do their Christmas shopping and arms laden with packages were a common sight. At last the time had come and we cast off our lines-next stop San Diego. We bid farewell to the crew of the Sally Sound and took one last look at the Far East as it disappeared over the horizon. The trip home was high lighted by the last smoker of the cruise and the presentation of trophies to the champions of each weight division. Ballast Point was truly a beautiful sight as we got our first look at San Diego again. Even though the trip home had seemed an eternity, it was soon forgotten as we once again began to enjoy the pleasures of home.

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