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fl! .'- W i - S i ,, YQ The old Spanish Gate at Subic is a solemn reminder of Spanish influence in the area, lt has become a mainstay on the Naval Base and a cafeteria nearby has taken on the proud name. Two WASHBURN sailors appear to be soaking up a little Spanish culture. This is afamiliar sight for all servicemen in Subic - the Main Gate to the base. Outside this gate lies the fragrant metropolis of Olongapo, known for her neon lights, bustling taxis, and holiday atmosphere. interesting shops line the boulevards and sidewalks where vendors peddle their wares. This thriving city in the Philippines has seen as many as 12,000 servicemen at one time. But no matter how crowded the streets become, contact can always be made with the Shore Patrol. The curfew is strictly enforced and this gate is closed from one to five in the morning. Olongapo will remain one of the unforgetable ports in West Pac. The U,S, Naval Base at Subic Base is the only base that the United States Navy has in the Western Pacific. The bas e is strategically located near the troublesome hotspots in the Southeast. The harbor itself is frequently filled with ships of amphibious, destroyer, and cruiser types. The cruiser CANBERRA QCAG-25 makes an impressive sight as 'she rests along-side Alava Wharf. Ships from foreign countries visit this huge base quite often. I-l,M,S, KENT a British guided missile destroyer visited the port during the WASHBURN'S stay there. Subic Bay was not visited too often by the WASHBURN during her tour in West Pac due to the extended operations, Around noon many WASI-IBURN sailors can be seen crossing the quarterdeck on their way to the Main Exchange. The exchange is not too far away by jeepney and bus and is a popular buying place for West Pac goods The services offered at the exchange are varied enough to meet most of the base residents' needs This particular photo captured four members of our crew at the bus exchange area near the main gate O O . O - -22'-A -'f- ' - --A 1-Q -.-f. :: - AL4f2 3 M s.ug.1v-.cppi-f EEF-'i1A-lfQff.,'x'1V. i . .-- SLIBICI BAY 3 bd
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MIDWAY ISLAND Midway, our first sight of land since leaving old San Diego, was a welcome stopover. While there the ship quickly refueled, and those that could went ashore. Some got no farther than the EM club where a record amount of brew was consumed. The officers finally succeeded in having the O Club opened up, and there they spent a pleasant morning refreshing themselves. Other more adventurous types went swimming in the warm cove and dived for coral. Some borrowed bicycles and toured around the island. Those of us who were new to Midway at first thought that the island was populated with small long-nosed people. But we soon learned that this was not so. These small long-nosed little people were really Gooney Birds, the nemisis of all airdales. They have no fear of aircraft, and sometimes find themselves plastered on the windshield of an incoming jet. Their great wings allow them to fly gracefully for miles at sea and days on end, When taking off they flap their wings and pant like mad while running down the beach towards the sea. Eventually, usually, they pick up sufficient speed and become airborne, Sometimes they don't, and have to slam on the brakes, causing them to summersault down the sand. lf they look friendly and docile, this is only an illusion. Their beak is very formidable, and when picked up they tend to become annoyed as some found out. 58 Just before sailing time, many realized that they hadn't taken full advantage of the warm, clear water in the bay. Alack of swim suits proved no deterrence, however, and soon the bay was churning with half of the crew in the uniform of the day. Oh well, what's a little salt water to a sailor? -5 i C gig, Yifgfg, I vm. 'Af' ig, t T
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