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MwSgww -'- During the course of the fast but bitter action that followed, the Washington, as her part in the action, sank outright the enemy battleship KIRISHIMA as well as assisting in the sinking of several enemy cruisers and destroyers. Had the Washington's career terminated at this point, she would, even then, have more than justified her existence. She was, however, undamaged, had not lost a man, and was destined to sail on to less spectacular though no less important aggressive actions. For the next six months the Washingtoii had little to do. The enemy had been dealt a body blow and our forces were gathering but were not strong enough for the vigorous ejection of the J ap from his island bases. During this period, a recreation beach was established near the anchor- age of Noumea and aptly named Shangri-La. The crew spent many happy hours there picnicking, swimming and playing ball. Captain J. A. Maher relieved Captain Davis and May found the Washington on her way to Pearl Harbor for a short overhaul and a taste of civilization again. Change of Command, Davis to Maher. .ll1 38
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,mmm Rear Admiral Lee. I lr ff! fy I ,M 1429. mzmwxkt., 4 n, turning point of .lapanese aggression in the Pacific. The small group that steamed in towards Savo Island at ten oiclock that memorable night to oppose an attacking .lap task force was composed of the hattleships Wash- ington and South Dakota and the destroyers Wralke, Benham, Preston, and Gwin. About midnight the small group, steaming in column with the destroyers ahead rounded Savo in hopes of intercepting a large Jap force of hattleships, cruisers, destroyers, and transports. Contact with the ,lap forces was made just as hopes were growing dim. Suddenly, the command uLoadl'7 came over the battle-circuit. ln the turrets eager hands smoothly worked hoists and rammers, loaded ammunition, and closed the heavy breech plugs. Still no sight of the enemy, hut the radar said they were there. MCommence liringlw. Nine huge armor-piercing shells roared into the darkness. The WASHINGTON shuddering with the shock of that first salvo, felt at last the fulfillment of her purpose, the reward for her long preparation for action. 37 f
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