Albert David (FF 1050) - Naval Cruise Book

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SHIPS SELF-DEFENSE FORCE 5 OCT 83

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66 While operating in the Persian Gulf Albert David was commended for her quick response to a Distress call from an HS-2 LAMPS helicopter. Also during her period in the Persian Gulf Albert David received very high compliments from LT Colonel Kirkpatrick upon his completion of the ships defense force inspection. Albert David was also visited by Rear Admiral Gurney USN, who distributed Navy Achievements medals, and complemented the ship on its outstanding performance and high state of readiness. Rear Admiral Gurney, was also very impressed with the material condition of the Albert David through its tour under the arduous environment presented by the Persian Gulf. Upon being relived from the Persian Gulf and entroute towards Subic, Albert David was tasked with searching for a Russian submarine exiting the Mallaccan Straits. She was also tasked with investigating a Russian Kresta 11 cruiser, Krivak Frigate, and accompaning oiler. Just prior to exiting the Malaccan Straits Albert David was directed to proceed at top speed to intercept a Russian task force but was halted enroute and proceeded on to Subic Bay, R.P. On arrival Subic Bay, R.P. a 3M inspection was held with a successful completion grade of 85 overall. Also, the ship has had a high nunber of ESWS and SWO qualifications, Held Tiger cruise from Hawaii to San Diego successfully navigated hurricane EWA coming out of Hawaii. i