Alfred A Cunningham (DD 752) - Naval Cruise Book

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'7'Et'Tfr7fTF'f.'!'7f-14-g 'I1:q,g . Y, Q 1, - , '- ? ? , I 5 .. , I - -- sen .4 i.,-..v.-AVL-rc:-f-rw'-2. - - T ommanding fficer Commander John Thompson WELLS, USN, was re- lieved 29 March 1967 and held command of CUN- NINGHAM from 28 May 1965. Prior to reporting aboard CDR WELLS was executive officer of the USS POINT DEFIANCE QLSD 319. He was born 10 July 1925,in Philadelphia, Penn. and was commissioned 20 February 1946, receiving a BS degree in Electrical Engineering from the Uni- versity of Texas. After earning 'another BS degree, this time in Elec- tronics from the Massachusetts Institute of Tech- nology, CDR WELLS went to the USS SPOKANE QCLAA 1209 as a electronics officer. From 1955 to 1957 he served aboard the USS W. C. LAWE CDD 7635 'as engineer and operations officer. Prior to re- porting to the LAWE, CDR WELLS earned his Mas- ter's Degree in Physics at the US Navy Postgradu- ate school. CDR WELLS also served on the staff of Commander Mine Force Atlantic and at the US Naval Ordnance to POINT DEFIANCE, he earned his Doctorate in Physics at Stanford in 1962. CDR WELLS holds the Victory Medal iWorld War ID, American Theater, Navy Occupation Service Medal with European Clasp, Korean Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with Two Bronze Stars, and National Defense Service Medal. Speaking as an oracle of officialdom, Command- ing Officer of CUNNINGHAM, I declare that the ship and the men the reader sees pictured herein have served gallantly, effectively, and professionally in the van against competent military forces serving governments opposed to freedom of the individual and 'specifically interested in destroying American lives, American property, and the American Dream of international peace and prosperity. They have roamed the Western Pacific with unswerving pur- pose, toughness, and dignity that is typified by the cold grey steel of the ship herself. As the person inside the oracle, my thoughts often rest on the magnificent ship unity that developed during the cruise. It showed sometimes in trouble and stress, and sometimes in triumph and good cheer, and it was great to be a part of it. It was a most memorable cruise for me. After leaving in early April, I miss the excitement and challenge of destroyer life and you individual men in CUNNINGHAM'S crew. I know that as you continue t work hard, play hard, and use your time well, it will add to the lore and achievement record of a fine ship. The best of luck and smooth sailing to each of you. CDR JOHN T. WELLS, USN Commanding officer May, 1965-March, 1967 0 f -' 9 L2- V 175-3EN:3i. a

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