Antares (AKS 33) - Naval Cruise Book

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I L. TO R CROOK B M. DC1. DIVISION P O; HILEMAN. P G. FA: DEWEY. R A . FN; TROESCH. P H . SFM3: PROCTOR A H . FN: LANIER. C D . FA. X y SION

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« I The M Division is responsible for ensuring that the ship has propulsion for moving her through the water. This propulsion is furnished by the main engine turbine which generates 8,500 shaft horse power capable of produc- ing a speed of 21 knots. The main engine uses steam at 750 degrees under 440 pounds pressure per square inch. In addition to the above, the M gang is also responsible for the ship ' s service generators and the evapor- ators. Consequently, the importance of this Division ' s responsibility is tremendous when it is considered that besides operating and maintaining the ship ' s main propulsion plant, they ensure that the ship has enough electricity and fresh water. Their outstanding performance of duty has enabled the ship to operate efficiently and carry out its mission without a serious breakdown for a period of eight months. In addition, the M Division ' s spaces have been and are continually outstanding in appearance. High credit is due this Division and the results of their work reflect their dedication to duty and pride in doing a job well done.

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tal I The R Division or repair gang has a large responsibility aboard ship. Under them comes the responsibility which is so vital to the keeping of any ship afloat, Damage Control . They maintain the Damage Control repair lockers and supervise men of other departments at General Quarters in the proper use of the equipment, make sure that all fire fighting equipment is in order and working and that the proper use of it is understood. They are our carpenters, plumbers and general handy men. When a cabinet has to be built, a shelf put up, a cleat or padeye welded to the deck or one cut off, the call goes out for the Repair Division. When men of other divisions are fixing a piece of their own equipment and need some cutting or welding performed a man from the R Division is on hand. They also have to make sure that there is enough bottled gas on board, such as oxygen, acteylene, fire extinguishing C02, not to mention foam, canisters for gas masks and special clothing for Atomic warfare. Last but not least the ship ' s wash down system used in case of Atomic attack falls under their jurisdiction. So to the Repair Division who have been doing an outstanding job without glory, but just hard work, a very well done.