Badoeng Strait (CVE 116) - Naval Cruise Book

Text from Pages 1 - 112 of the 1952 volume:

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X Oh, I have slipped the surly bonds of earth, And danced the skies on laughter-silvered wings. . . IIHIIIIAHII This book is dedicated to the memory of our shipmates, Captain Charles Schwartz, United States Marine Corps, and Captain John Nadelhoffer, United States Marine Corps Reserve, who lost their lives in action against the enemy. . . . Put out my hand, and touched the face of God USS B DOENG STR IT IC E 116D fd 2? ffl Agwfs iuff Y -I THE U.S.S. BADOENG STRAIT, fourteenth of the 105 Class escort carriers commissioned by the U. S. Navy, was built jointly by the Todd Pacific Ship Building Company, Tacoma, Washington, and the Commercial Iron Works of Portland, Oregon. The BADOENG STRAIT was launched 15 February 1945 and was placed in commission on 14 Nov- ember 1945. A The ship was named for the strait which, on the 19th and 20th of February 1942, was the scene of a heavy battle of several Dutch vessels and three United States destroyers against an overwhelming force of Japanese heavy cruisers and transports, which resulted in decisive losses to the enemy. The Badoeng Strait lies just east of Java between the southeastern end of the island of Bali and the western coast of the small island of Nusa Besar. The BADOENG STRAIT, a floating city in itself, is over 550 feet in length and is propelled by two cross-compound- type turbines which produce a maximum 16, 000 shaft horsepower. Since commissioning, the BADOENG STRAIT has op- erated extensively in Pacific waters. This is her second tour of duty in Korean waters. The U. S. S. BADOENG STRAIT is commanded by Captain ROY L. JOHNSON, U. S. Navy. ,,. an .-ff' i r , EXECUTIVE OFFICER COMMANDER E. H. C. FREDERICKS, U.S. NAVY, graduated from the Naval Academy in 1933. Upon grad- uation from the Academy, Commander Fredericks serv- ed aboard the USS PENNSYLVANIA prior to reporting to the USS NORTH HAMPTON. He reported for flight training at Pensacola, Florida in 1936. His first duty as a Naval Aviator was with squadron VB-4 which op- erated from the USS RANGER. He later served on the USS DETROIT as Senior Naval Aviator. COMMANDER FREDERICKS record includes: flight instructor at Pensacola, Air Officer USS MONTEREY, Executive Officer USS SOLOMONSg Executive Officer Naval Air Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, Bureau of Aeronautics Resident Representative for Ryan Aero- nautical Co. San Diego, California, student at the Armed Forces Staff College and Naval War College, and Exec- utive Officer USS BADOENG STRAIT. qggg tiff I ' -LCN Q1 D I 6 I IN iiaaf I 1 ,- av 5:I..Ii I0 I --3 4. COMMANDING OFFICER CAPTAIN ROY L. JOHNSON, U.S. NAVY, was born in Big Bend, Louisiana, on March 18, 1906, and entered the Naval Academy in 1926. After graduation from the Academy in 1929, Captain Johnson went to sea aboard the USS TENNESSEE. Fol- lowing flight training at the Naval Air Station, Pensacola, Florida, Where he was designated a Naval Aviator in December 1931, he served with VS-9 aboard the USS SALT LAKE CITY. In 1935 he was orderedto Pensacola, Florida, for flight instructor duty. Captain Johnson then joined VS-6 on the USS ENTERPRISE where he served until 1940. Captain Johnson's record includes: Air Officer and Executive Officer, USS HORNETQ Joint War Plans Com- mittee, Joint Chiefs of Staff, Air Operations Officer, Second Fleet, Training Officer for Chief of Naval Air Reserve Training, and Commanding Officer, USS BAD- OENG STRAIT, the post which he assumed in December 1951. S X N if 0 6 I IAF- X c I I .xwg r ll is ta' 3,399 , . . H, Q i, H 1 uw Q X ff' r f F 1 A Xl B NZ' X e V Wi S EZ JL .- The BADOENG STRAIT became the Flagship of Carrier Division SEVENTEEN upon its arrival in Japan. Com- modore J. L. Kane, U. S. Navy, was Commander of Carrier Division SEVENTEEN at this time. He was later relieved by Rear Admiral H. E. Regan, U. S. Navy. The primary purpose of Carrier Division SEVENTEEN was to experiment and develop Hunter-Killer warfare from escort carriers and to perfect certain procedures and techniques relative to thisitype of warfare. 9 I v--N B L L an A: 2 guy -3 If !'fw.?,t:!'.,f1fuAV zfisy gl .142 . ,.,,,,1,. e aiu... ..z.,V-Tv. V V, 1 K, A, V ., Zk..,:x Q x X . 1 ' f 1 3 far, v RX, 'EW SW., at 2. 6 ' 0, fix t may Mx wx xv Q, 'Q ,Q X . , ai a ' '. w, . an, KN 4. 3 -1. ' 5 f ,V M, Kg , y 'tg ' , 1 'N '. W'-., 5 , 'KSN' 'HQ N. i as-N V-48. -bu ,fins . fr Q ' D YW ' '1 w'-2.52. N i TM. XR EN 2 lies TK v D , , ,V L, 1 K yy .hw K s ,N D ..,-- 30 EQ -N N Beneath summer skies, with a background of snow-capped mountains, we lay in dry dock at Bremerton, Washington, while the ship's sides and bottom were scraped clean and painted, the flight deck thoroughly overhauled and general repairs made throughout the entire ship in preparation for our overseas trip. The sight of Welders at work and the sounds of pounding hammers and sand blasters became so common- place that the silence which followed the completion of our yard period was strange. . . but gratefully welcomed. The dry dock gates which had closed upon us weeks ago, were finally opened and once again we were a Ship Afloat. Following a test run and minor repairs We were off on the first leg of our Oriental Journey. All preparations for our Oriental Journey having been completed, all hands joined in the final Stateside fling. With food and drink a- plenty and the orchestra playing our favorite music, soft and mellow, everyone attending the farewell party had a good time. So successful was the party that it had to be held on two nights so all would have an opportunity to attend. We were sorry to hear the band play the last number for we knew that this was Good bye . i -93 IP' A I ff 4-pf X, 41 J Whether it's a cut finger, a bad appendix, or an aching tooth, H Sz D Division stand ready with Band-Aid, scalpel or drill. The men in white who administer the healing touch have taken care of over 5, 000 cases on our present cruise alone .... and the dentist's chair has not seen a day of rest. This total does not include some 407 bed patients who have come and gone . . . . nor the routine administration of more than 3, 000 shots and vaccina- tions. In addition, the white Walls of Surgery have seen a score of operations, both major and min- or, performed this trip. IIIVISIU IN THE DAYS OF WOODEN SHIPS the Car- penter's Mate was the vessel's R Division- for it was his duty to repair quickly and ef- ficiently any damage the ship might sustain. He made repairs to mast and hull alike and many times was responsible for saving a stricken ship. Now in the era of metal ships, the R -- or Repair- Division has grown both in stature and knowledge and the welding torch is taking over the work of the hammer and saw. The importance of a ship's water-tightness can never be over-emphasized. As a precautionary and safety measure, Damage Control- men of R Division not only repair damage as it occurs but initiate preventative measures such as inspection of all fire fighting apparatus and instruction of personnel in damage control. R Division assignments also include maintenance of the drainage systems, ventilation systems, diving equip- ment, maintenance of damage control logs, and the sounding of ballast tanks and voids. No, the carpenter hasn't been elbowed out of ship-board life altogether. Still an important part of R Division, the carpenters are kept busy enough with repairs to ship's furniture, fixtures and boats. Q Q 1-f ' 4 4 ii. if 9 W sg I 4 ' H ,A X Hl fr C8966 6 faq , S.. YA IIIVISIII The A Division has the never-ending task of keeping the ship's re- frigeration and auxiliary machinery in working condition. Diesel en- gines, steam Winches, compressors, ---- the intricate maze of the ship's ventilation sys- tem --- these are the headaches for the trou- ble shooters of the ship. f!! is 35 p... M -1-cP'v . n . 1 ,. ,7 Rf , I J. I A .X 4- gx ff X J , K V A - E V fha. E V. I eww ' I mn 'lv-.K I WV 1 mf 1 112 wk. f 40,1 , 1 x .Q .w--1 1 4.,A W ,, ,V I 7 fi- 'NP D x'xM N 'll ' f i? f Aw ff ' , 'f V f .311 J Nw XL QA H f gg 5 X f If I f 51 I X N I fy - fc T , A X A :,, z Q M' 'Z Z jf! NK? 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We felt we had caught our first glimpse of oriental life when, upon passing the main gate, we were greeted by the sight of the traditional Japanese rickshaw, only slightly more modern than We had expected. ...1 GJL .fif- X ugh S 15 A e of-sg sv Wh , , ' ual-0' N ' N-QR X X N Q: X VN 71 ' . K f s ggi: jx, A ii If 11:7 b Xl Sli' A , - 1 hffsul-a, -.. 1, l'l , - miltll Fl. IT WAS INTERESTING to ex- amine the Japanese two-man submarine and other W.W. II relics that are displayed on the base, and we received many smiles from the Japanese work- man for our show of curiosity over their narrow gage steam engine. . After sightseeing a- B Qstf long the many alley- ways it was not un- usual to visit the Enlisted Mens' Club P' s ' e 4 , and discuss the skill of the artists we had ' 1 watched during ' the day. E 3 I Y nf' . ,All--V g ff- in ,A J VL., it Zi, y , N V f , X , X ff . 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A ,,g fx-'P BNA Jim Ml gr -S .1 s S S 1 WX ffv. it. ,A N, i S- nlvlsln Need a box of pencils, a machinery part, or perhaps a complete airplane engine? Then the men of S-1 Division are the ones to see. This integral branch of the Supply Department, in- cluding GSK CGeneral Storesl, Spare Parts CMachinery spares, electronic equipment. . . . D, and Aviation Supply CAircraft Spares and Assem- blies .... D is referred to as the Stores sec- tion. It is the duty of this Division to order, stock, maintain records of , and issue all items pertinent to our successful operations. Main- taining a total of 17 storerooms and ready issue rooms throughout the ship, the Stores Division must keep on hand enough supplies for at least six months of anticipated operations. mf, I s. ss - f x r it L Y, .... Q . ' r e a f 5 my 1 , . A 3 . . s i E r -. - ' - ' -v - 4 ' ' I -' fi- -''-,'fzc,v-:5,-:pf-e ffm...ey,:4,.::,.r,y-15-.gn--gfmu 1,-,, .:.:-1,3.unsJ.:-,-.q.f.,-Q:,:pf, ...q.g:y...1,,g-f1,.. 1 -. ,- . , VS R When we are far out at sea wlth nothmg but water and sky mn all dxrectxons lt 1S up to the Nav1gators to know the correct answer at all t1mes to the 1mportant ques t1on Where are we? Scannmg the sk1es and hor1zon wlth sextant and bearlng c1rc1e shootlng the sun and stars keepmg a true check on our course mamtamlng nav1gat1ona1 logs and pourmg over charts the men of N D1v1s1on take us there and brmg us back wlth a sureness that 1nst111s conf1dence and respect m all hands -nu.. xe Q X PS1 --,sig rf 1 N -J I 4 t 4 .5 4 :KJ Mess Call! Clear the Mess Decks! Mess lines start forming! But long before the call is sounded, the men in white chef's hats and aprons have been hard at work. There is no doubt that the men of S-2 Division, the Cooks, Bakers, and Messcooks, have a more direct and constant contact with each member of the crew than any other division of men aboard, and most assuredly a great deal of influence over the creW's disposition. Night operations or unexpected activities demand feeding both day and night. tx PQ Z' ff HV K X . N x '1 N X . 1 Q ,J x X ' Q we 4 j ? TFL if '1 i'f 'A' f- , A -Fw V, K LL X rg 1223 Q , 2 1 ,f 12 50:5 A if 9? + . f 1- Milf? 3 g Y ,JM1 ff Q55 , J eizffc W tx E w if q w f' 4- 6.i.k -M hx 1572 1 4 , 3 A w, ,. ,A ,,,,,,-m., ,, V,, ' Ita ! X ,XX ' N S My Y F 4 M a . Q f 1 r JV --X' v4,l . Y' S 3 IIIVISIII 'WI-'Y EZX XM Q33 ' 'Z lf'f'W , V, ' VL' , f X1 ! '-v-' 5' , ,5 ,M V, , .5 . A'-gif , M 1 gy, .. , I f . gym, 'rs' X -. X 0 fl 47' ., ,, , I X FE fm'mwi 1 'au 1 44: M, 4 Q NX QU ,717 KX I f 5 3 , ,V 1 . J -- -5 1 - , 4,3591 Q? .iv M J' Vt W ar D if 1 M X, lv ' 9 X l ' QQQ q , 'Q A' , V I Q K4, , at , x n . nv-- . Vx vw,-' N . , W A I Y l 2 . - A i 2.- 5! Ship's Servicemen is the term applied to personnel of the S-3 Division, and justly so. A trim crew is dependant upon facilities for clean clothing, hair cuts, neatly tailored and pressed uniforms, and mended shoes---all of which are the responsibilities of this division. S-3 operates the Laundry, Barber Shop, Tailor Shop, Cobbler Shop and Small Stores. The Ship's Store, where one may buy anything from cigarettes to soap, and the Soda Fountain, or Gedunk Stand , the busy factory and dispenser of ice cream and popcorn, are two other vital activities manned by S-3. By no means least, and undoubtedly the most popular function included in the tasks of this division, is the bi-weekly distribution of the good ol' legal tender ---- money! And while in the Orient, the men in the Disbursing Office had the double job of not only maintaining pay records, insurance, income tax and social security information, but also of exchanging our Military Script for Japanese Yen. def 'Q' n , . 7 AQ -43 melanie The wardroom is maintained by the men of S-4 Division--- the Steward's Mates. Here, as a branch of 1 the Supply Department, the cooks, bakers and dining room stewards prepare all meals, bake all pastries lexcept breadl and devise their own menus, completely I S I 0 separate from the main galley. 7' Other duties of the S-4 stewards includes cleaning and care of the officers staterooms, service in the Captain's l -55 Cabin, and Galley, and ,Scif f other general duties in A ' Officers' Country. as-sv y l if sf K ?f X? I 374, K M, ., , QS' VS-392 LU!! VS-892, a Navy TBM Squadron, came aboard shortly after we pulled into Yokosuka, Japan. In the weeks that followed we came to know the officers and men well, working together on ASW missions, solving various sim- ulated battle problems and engaging not only in daylight operations, but also in day-and-night activities. At one time the flight schedule called for planes in the air for 36 consecutive hours. . . a strict and tiring sched- ule requiring the closest of teamwork, ceaseless motor checks and re- fueling, and flight and hanger deck activity, which was completed without a hitch. During VS-892's stay aboard, our operations were commanded by ComCar Div 17. For Service in these operations the ship won the China Service Medal. - ,V fn s L 6 :N 1 X! gs u-1 R'-N 1' -+3 n Q fl, fr km I fy ,t , I 4 w A 12' W! cisaw As the BADOENG STRAIT proceeded on its first mission, l the planes of VS-892 flew in formation over their new home. x 1 r i l As the TBM's entered the approach pattern, the Landing Sig- l nal Officer literally took over the controls and guided the planes safely aboard. i i x I VV Liszt by V W f,,i! 2 3 7 W.m,Zl.0 J, f w f fg,5fg..f7,! ff 4 ...f ,7 .XS ,W N 'HM , M QE-TA ,fx M C' 9 J J I v I' 'f 5 wvmw ,,,. X , .X ,,...f..w-- ,qs ,,-Q-wmv-'- ,M nl , LW , 4 , ! f 1 rf' . . L .. , Y , . ff. - 'Y tk a P H if 1! ,A if w i . 4 n it 91' 5 F ,Ji P' 1 'Q g'-,. We V-' Y . 3, Iii , . nz .. 1--fW:1-., ,.- L-. ' r,,, - ,453 -:ai-1 ,-K' - .-5. . - M., - - -friif. r if ,. 'Nmap - I .4-Q, M f- ' - n V M -.M fy, 2 Q. M 'i ,M , ,, 1 wi W, -xu 'f4L ' an 4 . 31,5-.A K ,:l c. fx .. 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',.L.+.,,M,'r:'1.,.m sR.XXYzffiiQlx..iN3i,- .XP fix' N ZS , ff- g ,- 4? ,,i.4-.-X KET ,,-, -. 6 -E Q22 g. 5-1. ,- Gvy. n H.: gi 'ki' .QD IZ -fl ,- fp-K ' A'1,,,T ,- 1 XX SX ,i-Q ,-,-L -.l---l - ' . 'f?!rA ny- -aY F A wi o 0 H5 'NX aix s 'W x i R- i ' A N 4-17 Q -:1 M W v N'!i UKI AWA Between operations we took advantage of the opportunity to see Okinawa--whose bloody World War H history made us all wish to get a better idea of the island itself. On one of the many narrow roads which criss-cross the island we encountered a funeral party bearing an ornate casket. We enjoyed our short tour of thatched huts, paddy-fields and sweetpotato patches, but most of us braved the yellow clay paths for only one important reason: Enlisted Men's Beer Hall near Fleet Landing. Q i M 1 CAPTAIN JOHN C. ALDERMAN, U. S. NAVY, was grad- uated from the Naval Academy in 1928. Following a tour of duty aboard the USS COLORADO, Captain Alderman was ordered to flight training at Pensacola, Florida. He WRS designated a Naval Aviator on 3 September 1931. Captain Alderman's first tour of duty as a Naval Aviat0I' was aboard the USS SARATOGA Where he served until 1934. H . . e reported for duty at Coco Solo, C. Z. in 1935 with squadI'0l1 VP-3. During the next three years Captain Alderman served 011 the USS ASTORIA and USS VINCENNES. A tour of shore duty at th N ' ' ' ' e aval Air Station, Anacostia, was completed in 1941- From 1941 to 1944, Captain Alderman was in command of the USS PELICAN, USS MC FARLAND and the Naval Ail' Station, Brunswick, Maine. In 1944 he became the first Exec- ut' ' ive Officer of the USS ANTIETAM Captain Alderman's record includes: Chief Staff Officer, B . Q remerton Group, Pacific Reserve Fleet, Commanding Of- ficer, Naval Auxiliary Air Station, Monterey, Californiag and Chief Staff Officer, Fleet Air Wing ONE, Fleet Air Guam. A1dF0110Wir1g the outbreak of the Korean conflict, Captain er ' man served successively as Commander Fleet Air Wing ONE Detachment, Japan, and Commander Fleet Air Wing SIX- Captain'A1derman took command of the USS BADOENG STRAIT on 1 N 1951 b .ovember 1950 and was relieved 24 November , Y C9-Dtain Roy L. Johnson, U.S. Navy. . 4. ' W I s 1 CAPTADI ALDERMAN BADE FAREWELL to the Officers and men of the Badoeng Strait as he was relieved by Captain Roy L. Johnson, USN, at Change- of-Cornmand ceremonies. 1.--f I -Z 5 ,M -.6 in V .- O n,s Z 1, dl- an r' 2- if 1 i- X i 'iii 2 ,, gs'- 11 f .1 1 Qi r I f s L I 4 X Ge 5 0 X QF s . CRHBB f f i ti t' f :H I ' K' H J 1 U Xl X 2 X Xilfff, N E3 hope he hi FW t-1'3Ffiiz+.esa J. E.. s.. ..--- .. . P4 1, . d 'K notice me Shoes a1n'K shined. I .X ', 1 I, W H-4. 1 A . N - 1.-. in jI ' mm -5-ins--A. , ., sms, L-..i.,.L,, me 1 '- -U5-'Hur ,gf -n...., . 5. Ami HG'-'1en.., - V A 0-Qnqgga .,. , Q, A 122-f2s:.:g+ V as Q i Q a I f t I , Fan .,f. 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Some of us spent the entire day brows- ing through the five floors of oriental works of art and hand-crafts, while others, visited the impressive Diet Building, the seat of legislature in Japan, and the massive, high columned Tori. f '5f 'T' HU-I DET. I8 Unit 18 was officially formed on July 27, 1951, when the helicop- tor, Clementine , her two pilots and her crew reported aboard the Badoeng Strait. The duty of the unit was that of plane guard during take-off and landing operations, and air-sea rescue Work. Air-sea rescue work is the recovering of downed pilots from the water, or, from behind the enemy lines. While we were riding out a typhoon, one of our shipmates was washed over-board. The helicoptor crew was alerted, and in eleven minutes the man WaS returned safely to the ship. During operations in the Far East, the unit had the helicoptor ready and flying every day, with one ex- ception. The helicoptor was down on that day, be- cause of the lack of needed spare parts to make the necessary repairs. nflflcg ...L- 0-I IIIVISHI In the semi-darkness of the C.I.C. Room, lighted primarily by the glow from the plotting tables, there is a perpetual atmosphere of watching, listening, and waiting. It is here the men of OI Divi- sion, with fingers constantly adjusting instrument knobs of radar and sonar equipment, pencils busy plotting contacts, and ears and eyes attuned to familiar sig- nals, keep watch over the security and safety of the ship through search and discovery of approaching aircraft or ves- sels . 352, 45 5 4 1 I - K 5 , 41 .1 L .. ,, Af 0 f' ,X k 1 fin 1, X 5 V f ff: 7 'S f f N432 iff fx! SNQV7 w5 A fb 14 fa lm 4 1 ' 1 ' 7 A as ',,, w FY ,,,, 1 1 1 1f,q ' :J H1 Z I HIV! xx S Nik 4, X c L 16 fllkgx 'RA 'A ' ' 'gig - 'S' Ai ' o ' S QCII? I Q Elie xx . .VZ .1 .ff W mr: M, ,Av ,,- E 11 il, , :,.-Q. ISL L L .LQ ,,1,..a..z::.1Lf',f4+,,au ,f - , ,um , ,,,,,'W'l.-. 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When space permitted the hangar deck took on the appearance of a college gymnasium. In port between operations, or during repair per- iods Stateside, games with other ships or shore activities were scheduled, trained for and as hard fought as any important college contest. Good exercise, good sportsmanship, and a valuable outlet of fun and recreation from daily chores. r lil , V ,. . 1 I 1 X Z K 2 2 1 I I Q L l 1 . 1 L gf , I. K, , ,- ,,' ' S If ,f 1 , ' 1 , vi J, , F Q1 i. , X I ,. l i , 1 5 P . , -, I . s . V1 .fi . ,H ' 1 r 1 Y Q f F 1 f X. ,. ,, . l E S i 1 i i Q, Block that kick! ---- The old pigskin went sail. through the air in any port from Okinawa to peg Harbor where a field was available. A little spare time and favorable weather were all that were necessary to start the teams roughing it up for the ship's divisional gridiron championship, won this year by ER Division Various divisions formed not only football teams for intra-ship competition, but also mustered basketball softball and volleyball teams. The trophies for thzg various sports, presented annually, are much sought- after awards. t P-A 'aw mf' U, x -- X .--iffy, l' V . ,A ,, Z .- , . , . 1 f..- ff ' . 'vu 3, . ,:- ll'a9'-,.- .' 1 , -+5 f .V J 1' lg V . i yggigl Ivljf' ', 3325: V :, 4 . , , fe' fy 1 f 1 fi Y- 43 Q.: 1: H ff 'I 6 Tw 'Y 'V ' . '. ff ,. T- , .. . ,Q , 1, .-f- , gl A- ft , ., 4 A za .- 'Qvs- ' 'V' ' i 'H 'f fy-fV ' ' af- , ,- -, V ev' 62' v V ' ' f' , f ff .V L f- l. ' -1V I ., i-,gg-v,, -' ,Z-fg,,.V' 1 1,1 1 5219, . uffel-Q11 -' Jr' f1.1'. f' -fi'-3 ' - ..rfz1:S-v- an f '.- 1' a 1 V 'j- Q-..A,cb lun .l .' ' Vi: 'xv lfff if I. ' ,- ,r ll, - 2 1, 1' dxf , J, 4 ' Lf' Qxl . JK' 4. ,ll ,. 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Something new has been added to the Bing Ding's sports roster during the past year --a pistol team, .45 caliber. Beginning with initial tryouts in Bremerton shortly before beginning our cruise, the team has formed, improved and been shaped into a formidable contender in compet- itive matches. ff: J. ,Q-.,,a.,,..W A ' ' JA ,ray ,it xg t , 'Q - -2 a get 'CD rt r X55 T- 6, 0, Q FQ Q K fwfliy c , N W l r- 'V' XM 1, ! E 4 W it of --M 1 y 0 I y 'Hp i Q ' I 5 T fi W . 0 Q 'Kg Jig U 95.55223 43' Chee Ref ya sure there ain't nuthin about it in the rule book? 3 7 'f 'FT' gs gm -0 gig A U--. 15 an a to , mn - N., , L 4 B sw! :umm 544'-W ...il r I li? in I .w.: '!- n1l ' X ' mx W 1 K -., tx 1 A Qil '-+ - 3 1 , 4-- -..,-. ,-- 1 , w ... ' - -A ---- '-T. f -, ' 1 -- -,-J L-.-t , .. 2 1 4 :-1 l ' it - 4-mg , I. jfxx I X mn-, pf N v N .re-QP ,. 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His expression admirably depicts the perfect repose and passionless calm which is the root of the Buddhist doctrine. It was a beautiful day and We took our time walking through the cherry-tree-shaded avenue in order to enjoy the many curious and amusing sights as we went along. ain road Q 'Qlnp 1-lin.: ff my -1-si' L-f QXEM Q AQ If Wa F df, Q ,wf , - , , 'M-,W A fi' !., , 5 C 47 I N I I Y I 1 w i i , v Lv 'I X x' ' an 'J 9 4 4 I ' l V VMI-212 VMF-212, the Devil Cats , operated aboard the Badoeng Strait as a Close Air Support squadron. Their primary job was to blockade enemy shipping and knock out supply lines that the enemy was using to transport vital material from the north. Also, they concentrated on destroying railroad bridges and troop concentration centers. At times, it was almost impossible to fly because of rain, sleet, and snow. But only, almost impossible, for the Devil Cats who flew regardless . The squadron had its share of honors, the most significant being 2, 000 consecutive barrier-free landings by one squadron. The Marine Devil Cats are originally a reserve squadron from Glen- view, Illinois. Prior to reporting aboard the Badoeng Strait, they op- erated from the USS Rendova and from a land base in Korea. The squadron is part of the First Marine Air Wing. The Devil Cats will be long remembered for their fighting spirit and willing cooperation during their operations with us in the Far East. L3 S ef? 1 1 5 A 4 U' x Y , 2 L' 5 Qi ' fl TQ Nq- 'Q ' 's 3. f - .Y YK QXX , .N 5 fX?H?i 'x' x x X4 3 . 9.1 i K X fa x 521 I .1 xx X Y XXX 4 3' ' 1' S. f -A ! ix 5 sn. Xu- I ' 'W' WW ,, fa ff .QW W f A 394 , , 4 'n whiff, f nj' f if ,,, z V A .- . 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Z'5i':V:'11 Q'.'Q5122i..2?'--Z '.-- ,-4-ff' 'Q .. r,.,x..x.',,-,m,'i.,. ,- ,.f.4 .-.l- , W- . .,. , .- 1 . , . . , f 1:13 ' K 4 - -.f-'g fl N. i...--- fL-::'A H ' M--- ' 3 +., ,Q -- --A-ii li 5 +4 o E 'IB x Egg 'fb-4.3 SJ gc JL A fs..n.s2-E Y IJ The V-1 Division is known as the Flight Deck Division on the ship. They are responsible for the handling of all aircraft on the flight deck from the time they land until they are air- borne. Their duties include the spotting and direction of the aircraft, operation of aircraft handling equipment, which in- cludes, the tractors, turnapull and miscellaneous gear used. They have the job of raising and lowering the two-position antennaes prior to flight quarters. In addition to these duties, the V-1 Division handles all flight deck crashes. Their work demands alertness, hard work, and close attention orders. Without the men of the V-2 Division, our planes would be unable to leave the flight deck, for they are the men who operate and maintain the catapults, arresting gear, and other machinery used for the launching of aircraft. This division has the job of operating and maintaining the airplane elevators along with the maintenance of the LSO platform and its asso- ciated equipment. It isn't all glory by any means, as there is plenty of gear to be checked and cleaned, not to mention the regular assigned cleaning stations. During this cruise the 9, 000th catapult shot was made from the Bing-Ding's flight deck by the men of V-2. 1'-sa.,w w lx R Q, lp P! VI il E . ' s i ,H W W , W? xffyv 'x f f E W r I -, 3, 4 -1' 4' J Q41 L 41 m I Q gf X35 S , 4 . far' 'X , 4,..,,X f--X -' , ,M X 7 ,V wil 'Q Wawfif ,gy 7 -ff 12? If!! Q, 1 s .. 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X, I4 . f x 1 C J' f ,f I J pf . c, . I, X Lyfi' .M .41 l f ff! i sg! 'rf' 'J Q l We -h ' X r2t J ,..Lf1 fy ,x i - A as li ff ig .1 yr' 7' V 1. h-jL Q' f El f ' if f 4,7 f gg! 4 4 I 1:8993 Christmas would not be complete without the traditional carols and the reading of the Nativity. As the crew gathered on the hangerdeck, Chaplain Wolf conducted church services and the ship's choir blended their voices in the familiar strains of the carols. ,sy k if-an , fe, f -,L .1 ','s C i n The most welcome sound aboard any ship, especially one so far from home, is mail call. All hands waited eagerly as mail was transferred from a destroyer to be distributed on Christmas Eve. Though we were thousands of miles from our loved ones, letters and cards brought us closer to them. -451. ,X X . .Li ' JL F3 RN V1 ,QQ - ,H i. 1.- Y 1, 'Q .aw M ffnff' gndaP - -Q , W1 4, -N31 , 5 . ., f., Q -4. , nv-v a-- .M , 51 '2...Qwf.,, gf ,ff H 4 4 1 IW H L Q! ?nnuuo ww .M L 9 AAL ' M., nk ..,, xg , , .- -Q fi 512 ,M ,, 'Z -3 ? 1 M ,, L-P , - ' . V sig'-,gt e . ' Q. , 2 ' 5225- ,V ' W 1 - 'w., 7 ' , 'Q f 1, ,gi V I K I x 1 ay X5 xv! 'li if ii yf W WV: -11-1 f 5 , , W ,1 be w I A ,gy . ' 55 ., 1 5' Q2 ,A I X f zf' . 2 X V, f A 'Ah Sf ' 3 , 1 ...W , M, ' V - 24 ,52 N f, 'cf Q-Qi. . ,,'- , m A .1 A Y ff , 5 L, - Q . . -' - ' 4 ,' ' 1, 2 ' vga., , ,. ,,,- , I W , sv, .. 2 ., .. ,fr 5 A ,di A 11' ,f 'X M ,WU , ,.. 'Q:1-'f.-,-A 1. Wz,1..,..'-.. ...-.w-4,14 .-'xp 1.1 G -LL12--1' -.f W... - ...V , ,WI W4 A , ze .0-,X QM U, K, ,.. 1 ly hom t f lm 5 mimi mst prvpvs Ymy h rd d U bxllxi of' A' V' ' tm tim, was Q Q , -.44-?:4.:, 4.,,, A.. ' 1 IF! , M ' XX Q 4 jg X Q N ' 4 147- -QQ? - ' X j 142651-5 62 . A Ex fi ifW1fAyM '71 QY113 V lm. VH V - f '- 4-M J-:Lf-IL A A A-. A ashore deep 'cvhzmd Red lines on E55 Coast .---f ....--- ,,..,.-- -'- '1Mfw1'14f'.r3.y 'lp 522643116 hit'- and.-run, rfzigi i Ein twq QQQQS . Blackffacfid Kikfneriksarf' A ,. , ' f wines :md Eritish Commn-- U45 CGLUQ3. of CJDQTS kdos scaled zz. cliff and at- tzxokod viba1'4Gorp,jnfxnjst - opcrvmd by 11 dmvvx' rail line swath OfASOf1gji!X, ruxnbl d an about 1.235 ngilss morph, gf 1 35 A mf drwmg, boy c dats 1 at n1gYxt tpgrgllfg , Shells frfom Tff1'.JAu.,S. Des-f ' f ' dad time A , IW- Wnacy paw 1 wx wif w '?' S 'O y Y' rcmd th 11 Y, 4' fi, H wx. S5111 1 Jnwfxrd L V1 , X J ,WNY Imp uw A 1, fu y cinznnfyi W5 sfxld ba . F fwr up fm1tQd X QTL? wwmmd it t' 1 xgftywimctbvr X , .. ' bf my ' lnfilcted on the hviivilff' , gguardcad rail lim. In Sw' vi' ntry arc, thi, nigahtms attack, in the tea th w .mists sqm, n,r.3fz , the r '.idGr'S JC' 1V DP Ctivwns blmstcd F1 'bu11z1s:l,v-fum bg' rfjli-4 ga zowkms. Q HH.-..A and Red WW Morale is . ' hlgh . iialggpt informed 0:3 use Ship' because the crew stra-t happenings via gent :events and Ship- NO 1 D0pevv, and Th 9 Shlps paper, nrrhe stagon B-I-N-G roadcast by the Chaplain over n Sunday wie gggwchoice' Hergtifrgdfple Chlfrch Service Of Spirers to many of md guldance and the HS remain hi h our Problems. Thus g on the VIBing-Ding . ! '5131?53'5Qff5f3?.i'2f3'f' -9, 4 . . 4- . o . 1 Q 2' 1?-, .Qi iillpfl y lj' C . X K wx .1 . - 1' , . , 1 i ,f 'H x Y . .F , Q, ,--K, EK1 VL 'Q f S T 4 fra 'ff-1 2,5:l ...,., me Q A .. , g,ffp.,.,,,,: Q a .,. .,L,LL f ' 1 , ffft- JMX iw,-Q-nv? ,A t,,fg5:.m+f,.s-,,g,w i , - ivnv i t K igrfrf I I K Vkhk i iff' As part of the entertainment program aboard ship, boxing Smokers are held per- sf- . -.X I iv 'Sv' if rf' ' A f -'ful .. '..' 3, ',.!,, X .1 mx N If I 1 x I ,1- , Xxtx xx tx 'vga sr ., 8 - 1. 'ft - yflffk' 54. gl mi in LM , ' . f. fit. A. '?f,9 A-Ii' Z., iodically and are enthusiastically welcomed since a wide variety of amusements during our leisure time at sea is not available. Al- though not professionals, our leather-mit- tened stalwarts make up in determination and scrappiness whatever they may lack in talent. Even the groan and grunt men--the wrestlers--are given a share of the spot- light occasionally, and of course, there HAS to be a Masked Marvel! X X Q ig: - ' . X . FN' ' X5 'X X The V-6 Division is made up of the ordnance men. They are the guys that get up early-early in the morning and start putting bombs and rockets together in order that the planes might be armed and ready for a dawn launch. To be more specific, theirs' is the responsibility of pre- paration of aviation munitions, including napalm. Belting and stowing of all machine gun ammunition is cared for by this division. V-6 operates and maintains the bomb elevators, torpedo elevator, Special Weapons Workshop, and the Aviation Armory. They procure, Stow, and service aerial mines, and torpedoes, and maintain the bomb skids, dollies and other ordnance rolling stock. ,Qff IIIVISIII f IIIVISIII ..,.few A i gi MWWQA ICQ'-1 V-Teff f --.,, During the present cruise the V-7 Division has poured many thou- sands of gallons of gasoline into the planes aboard, and it is definitely not an easy job to pull a gas line across a flight deck, especially during wet and cold weather. The V-7 Division's job is to check the aviation gasoline system, aviation lube oil system and alcohol system, and supply embarked aircraft with gasoline, oil and al- cohol at the flight and hangar deck levels. They procure, stow, and deliver the various fuels, 'and operate and maintain the fuel systems and their associated machinery. When needed, they assist in the preparation of Napalm bombs and the stowing and breaking out of napalm containers. When one is handling gasoline there are many things to think about. Speed is important, but caution and observing safety precautions are paramount. Ny, 1 ' Li , 3 'xxx 15,11 4, flj' s I 1 f It mf ff -1 lisa x, ffstuxi ggmu r 5 v. 4 1 . 1. ll, 'A I n-I i N l l i? W ff 1 5 - 4 5' it L. if n -w -1 Viv-gn. . f 5 . lfrl Ji' V ' 0 ',.wY4 'T' , jf' I' f It 4 1 V 'TZ 1 1 ec, In Q' E ,V1, A W. We were unable to find the thriving city of Sasebo advertised in our ,X,,,,N.,.l ,SPSEB0 C?'4fF9tEW.:'fe'2jf5 travel folders, but we did find it interesting. The ride from the ship r ' -yi UF n, i f l to the fleet landing was long and sometimes wet, but once ashore things fcjeffl ft 'la' K 4kyA ' began to look up for us. M 'N f The city is a combination of shops, cabarets, pint-sized peanut ven- ' F ' -ii dors, and mud. The gutted blockhouse rated but a passing glance by ' the military, but most of us had to stop and chuckle at the antics of the . kids, and marvel at the hard working citizens. For a town that is so PEW- economically unstable, the happiness that shines from the people's faces is very hard to understand at times. :WYE 'W 'S Hfxst in r mo' Qlls Q...-sv ,- Z AFX -im? ,-X lj 53 NQN '-f-xx A f ,fl Q. , M'- JX4. ff X Q- '4' I,QXX L,-, ,. --f:',,f Q ' . N' M .wid J .X- N-q w nr' ' . - - ' sw '-1 :-, TP M 'g V549-x5:,.-,, -N ' ,la H .-f53't5'Vs'L' E, ' ff '4l1I'L' Q ,gf-e,3gqaw .g x h -cf . - rw ,.. J., -,- if r re '-9 ' .Q A 'QQ id, -Mi' Nx -Q. A ,Q z-..L'-.412-' 4 F,-N'Z A p Q 1? .-TV:-ff-1 AD ,...q,,L- -2'-X, ' 'A -f-x,..f ..... ' If -ZS-.-.p ,1- H ,I S . P -N-1, D ?35 'Q , ,, P L., ' 5 ' ' lc ig,--4 12 S - -:I-' ,Qvf-ff N5-152' 'Q-1'5 F . .: ' K- ?.5-rg, x --A ,R A 'jpmw .- x ,L .,. -1l:.5 f. 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' 'fini fl 2 If k l L k K ,, , 1 V , 4 V I 945' ,Q , NM ' .117 'Q - i - , ,ffm A Y , w ,f , W. , f W I I TL .Ev ,. I W-...H ,, fl 1- Q 3 If A .i,,,,g 1 4 , , , - Y 1 ! 1 gf fx, N hh..- V, 1 f , 5 Nmxrk J ' I , , 4' ' , , 4 if , fi aff 9 V r ' 4 ', ' ', 1 ' I ,gy 1 ,111 f.-,I A X V 1 f-f ff gf , ' 2 V , , Q gba .4fjh,,,. ,-,, f -rf A mf 'QQ5' M? 5 5 ' . X , ,,f'1. .. ,Q J-A if V A-v-.jjjf Wy 'Q 4 .. . :1-1, W ' , ' ,W 4 V 4- Y ', ,X Qwgof ,V ,Sn , I 4. . , 3 P ,,'. H, ,mx g,,,5g,4giW,ff i 5 nf iz' if ' 2 ,745 L 1 V, , f , if 4- im , W A A fy f ty ff, ,, My g, I 4 X fl? M f VA, 2 5 ' i , , ,z X , . , f ay A Q ' 1 4 , .aw ' any Q QV, , f -f'f-1151105.41 7 4K f .1 - 'z ' k Wifi fyg-,QQ ,MX Q37 ,Qi . J. When the Word is passed to Man the forward and after fueling stations , the lst division begins one of its most important assignments--the issue of the necessary gear for refuelling at sea. They are also responsible for the care and replacement of all equipment used in this vital operation. Other important duties of the lst division are the main- tenance of the Boatswain's Locker, storage and issue center of all cleaning and deck gear, and the Paint Locker, where all paint is mixed and issued to the various divisions throughout the ship. lst division, smallest of the Deck divisions, furnishes men for surface lookout watches, indispensible to a ship at sea, and also sends some of its personnel to man mooring lines when entering or leaving port. if it Z 2 5 4 T W' X -Fl' -'V A RA -N - ,V Tzhfff .. Ka, of A I , f ,lf ff' 'L J 55, , P. ,Y hu 'V ' 2 MM A '. 5 W 'f I f ru 'A ,' , e 1 ' . .. , A . A . ,. kv . - 1 - ,, . ia Y 1' y ' , ,mv 1: ., , .1 ffw- 2 f 4 Q, ' ' M + AM- lp -f :FS ,, Mu., ' , iv ,Ii ilf 1 , km' ,Y ,. 7, xg' f 1 5 , , , ' - ' rl ,X ff ' I , .. I if .if Q ' J K , ,ffw f , C fl' V ' ., Q, 'Al' ,, 1' If 4, . f f , mf rf 4 , VI ' ,, Af fy v :LE L I ff' 4 - r 1 ,M A . 'im . .f nffy, ,f,' fl, I 1 J , fav 2nd Second Division, a branch of the Gunnery Department, can be seen busily at work as is the case with the Deck divisions on,any ship, with lines, blocks, and tackle whenever the call for Man the High Line comes ringing over the P. A. system. During a usual day they go about their boatswain mates chores of care and main- tenance of ships boats, life rafts and other life saving equipment. The role of main- taining cleanliness within and without the Ship, plus expert knowledge and supervision of tackle so vital to everyday life aboard ship belongs to the Second Division. NNN 4m N' fbi W A2 ,., W X x J f V S - e wg L. A 1, Xt Q- .,, : - W0 H xifm , L if , . 'f'f, 4i-5- f R, In 4- 7 ' Mi-5 H S Q - sw, vs- X F X fiffif GK? 3, ii k The men of F Division might Well be termed the men behind the guns. This branch of the Gunnery Department count among their pri- mary assignments the maintenance and cleanliness of all guns and gun mounts, making certain the fire power of the ship is ready to oper- ate efficiently at all times. This also includes the maintenance of ready service rooms, ammunition stowage, and loading machinery. In addition, the care and repair of all ordnance electronic equipment is in the hands of F Division personnel. ,af I jf P .,,,., 'I ' RX , S5 H A i, . iw X 5 'E I d f in . E212 .uf 'AQ 1 v . I 'jf' X G' S 5 ff 5 152 L fa-'ff VN'-'Q ' ff ix ' X 1 F ,Q ' ix fa ng Q .la-an 'fif 7 X , ,V f ' 'WLM ,, f 4 f v ja, ff. 132 ' ff X 'f Q- .I F f 7 7 ' ' 4 fW4 ,f'4,yf U I :gffff4'ff ff, wx, f if ,W , ff ' QW 4X f W 2 2 , ,f X 'X QA fi IU UQ is Lfxa YA ea Lf' N ' WY 32 xi , X z 'Lf 5 ng! XX ly N x Q N ' ' KM x W 'F K Tw ' ' f 'Q gf 1. .f J, Zin 'Sqx f i A R4 'fwfr 9yW T ,gy QQ Q , , V 7 5 N I I U 1 sxdqdx KMA Q4 . n x 1 S.. wi' J 'H J 4, i , Q f I ! i 1 Z 1 I f f J fl ,,i X ff f I , ' f ff ff! f .pff .lf . XAA A, '47 g-Jn. ,pf fill ly Q XX0, -12 .N P . -I 'Q I Sggfipcmj FQEETSQ K Y W 'I Zn 1 sex l 57 ,-xx A I 1 I 'J 1 I ' 1 tx W 4 x i b 25 X ml' Q I Close Air Support, or CAS , as it ig called, is one of the UN Forces' toughest weapons. Carrier-based aircraft make it possible to attack the enemy on the ground and meet him in the air as well. There is a great deal of excitement on the carrier as well as on the beach when the squadron is on a strike. It takes the com- bined efforts of all departments and all men on board to make CAS a success. The launching of the aircraft is done with such precision and speed that every second counts. 'Nunn-w There is no strain here, because each man is an expert at his partic- ular job. Once the planes are launched, the really tough part be- gins---the waiting. The cold that was unnoticed during launching be- comes acute as the tension grows. Work continues on board, but it is done automatically and by reflex action. Time passes slowly, and then ---- the bull horn sounds. You know that means the radarmen have the returning planes on the scope and they will be coming in soon. Landing operations begin with the same tireless precision. All home safely---this time. In a matter of minutes, the hustle of preparing the next strike begins. No time is lost, and once again the merry-go-round is in motion. Everything is the same, the cold, the waiting, the working, the ten- sion. It's all packaged up in a job including every man, called CAS -----Close Air Support. ' as, ' 'X' , ff ' .. . 41- -few' f f 4 ' f - -- -- 1, fa i ff ., . 'X ' Q' riff if f-',, .,,r A K . Q .Q -an 'w ' ,. fr- 'M : Cyl fi i'rl ' . ' !4A.,wf ,, ,V7gh',5yMQ, gf ' g X I , k,Wf'i5 i , 'fy vf vwf A ' f, ' , I X. ,' f L,-i .5 .f!i.gVf1g.a.t54... ' lp,,.gyi3 .yggip r f. ..-W, ' ' , ' 'i X ' F aw--1 X ,Q :J , 5... N45 4 if-V vnu' V37-1:7 y 0557-'g.z 65317 higsf IIIVISIU x if X fm X xg - A J NN ff X .M M1342 XM H. I an ' I V Q 2. X X V, Q Rf S E E , X 2 1 5 fr 'A ,, ,. .L , , 1. A3 Q? x I 'P 1 5 ml 'sf 5 r ni i lg 4 L E t I7 xi gif!-X X ! LV: 9 .H Q1 M. C M I X! s E X -5 1? W, I l I A . 14 Am 'Q-El fi 3 1 1 4 if .. if y ' '-- ff. . NX N , I, 1 K ff ,- H? YI It 4,-1 , s Nj 2 X P ' Lil. -11 ff L ..., ,, 4 H -lu' S ,x -fam 1 4-. . ,Z fx .-- faux-wwiil :za-annum ::::::i:::E4: un unnullg 1,2 ,ff 3 -girh Q51 , mf nf! .J 57 rw 1 A -.-A Sq X. -'Hn 2 4 ' ' no . ,P ,IJ ff 3 QQ - . :. , - vt -.31 4 , 1, K . If , W Q :W -A V 4- l 1 X A ,l ,,-f' ...waxy-v A im 'kd '-'-v-'f-- Fil! Hkfq'-'H ,..-,...-----1 J Q ,,,. .4 Ema.. emu. A f- i'hun la 7 4417 A h 4' 9 .- .4 ,na- r ,gang U5 It E , , ' ly fits Th B a Center' of the Sh1P Very near the OR?S Dlivilsion, for Without their skills we gag: be almost completely cut off frombthe outside. b job consists of sending and receiving messages , Y visual and electronic means such as teletype, r-26110, flag hoist and flashing light. . Crypto is another section of ORS. It 1S a very secret-secret room Where the coding and de-cod- ing of messages is accomplished by collllwtent and highly trained personnel. u Probably not quite so glamorous, but equally.eS- sential, are the mailmen. Without the PI' 9910115 letters from home the ship would most assuredly fold up and sink, judging from the response to Ma1l Call . lfl I. A I3 wg of 5 ,,,-2327 Q .A ,.,.- ,- A W1 .im . fg '1' ' P Q-f. I THE PHOTOGRAPHERS on board play an important part in the operation of the ship, both at sea and ashore. They are respon- sible for all cameras used officially on the ship, including those used on photo missions, their maintenance and installation, and the processing of the film used. Flight quarters are covered by the photographers when air operations begin, and continue until the last plane has landed to end the operating day. Whether it be the 16, 000th landing on the flight deck, or the presence of a visiting wiv 1 dignitary, the men from the lab are on the spot, camera in hand, to make a lasting record of the event. The lab is equipped to accommodate almost any type of job order that might be needed, regardless of condi- tions or complexity even to the point of photographing intricate parts of machinery. Much of the success of the cruise book is due to the efforts and skills of the men inthe photo lab who worked lon hours taking and 8 P1'0CeSSing the pictures contained throughout this book. -- fl iff, , l H' M g? 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A division of the Gun- nery Department, the Fightin' Third not only plays a vital role in manning and operating its assigned guns, but is also responsible for the painting, cleaning and upkeep of the after half of the ship. This includes not only keep- ing the living quarters bright with C-! 'l57 A vt Quo fJ -lu S X ff A 'fx 'XJ XM- 1 1 X K 'D if f km, .V X D t , Qui Q Wy k 1 ,JBTQ if 99 Q. Xb XR broom and swab, but also preservation of weather decks and fantail through tireless efforts with chipping hammer and paint brush. Other duties take in such tasks as rigging high lines at sea which are used between ships underway for trans- fer of personnel, mail, stores, etc., rigging and handling fuel lines and hoses, and the care and operation of the ship's boats. xi. '..' Sh 3. X -,T xt? -N r' A Ili I f ' f bl U ' A :Sf ' ' if pa: F . ,, X. ,ji S53 ig! 'f 1 h r t x. i x ef? If 49 if 'N , EXE1 Q Q ,f K x Rx f X If ' ' 'L0Q W 1, ,rg IIIVISIU The primary job of M Division aboard the Badoeng Strait is the operation and maintenance of the main engines in ac- cordance with the orders of the Commanding Officer, issued either directly or through his representative, the Officer of the Deck. Getting the turns out for the Skipper in spite of battle damage, or ordinary machinery failures requires good organization, technical knowledge and team work. This responsibility, as Well as operating and maintaining other auxiliary machinery units serving the engines, keeps M Division personnel busily turning to with calm efficiency. When we gotta' go, it's up to the men of M to see that we are able to do so. A1 fw- fr x2 ,A Jfxw fx' 1-gv!X,X'xv,fxv,x-KAQJ, ffl-. , a, I ,Jxj V ,Zci-ZX R ff K' -'X Qi f kjx CX' 2 'V I O g- j ,J Q D .fx-' F sf N 9 F sl K CSG 'cf -txfc-,P DDL? 'KPN NLX MS, LX Abandon Ship! All Hands Abandon Ship! - - - - Now This Is A DRILL! ------ - Lzf' Y,-jg'-:TN 'v'-, TX 5 T f Q s 1 I SQ Y ,i U5 I uk! 4 9 we 'N 'Wx ix ga- 'S I 1 QQ! NS' ii Q Plr, IQ 01--ff I, 6 ,' 717 f ,f jf! 7' ...W 5 W ,, t R nlvlrslu No longer a Navy of wooden ships, the Fleet today depends more and more on the services of electronics tech- nicians to maintain in combat read- iness the diversified equipment needed to point guns, track planes and guide ships through the densest of Weather. Call it a push button Navy if you will, but outstanding men are needed to push those buttons and repair them quickly when occasion demands. 4 ,yi IWW' Such a responsibility falls to ER-- Electronics Repair--Division, a highly skilled, technically trained organiza- tion Whose task it is to maintain, adjust and repair the ship's electronic brains. Through constant study and skilled instruction the men of ER keep up to date on the many in- tricacies of their equip- ment ---- ever ready to meet and cope with new problems that may arise in their Work. T' I r z 1 4 1 'fx Q f U J 5 R!! 'Q 'X X-jf canes 'Sl ff H'- x l-.Q V, Y, if :-X If you blow a fuse or if a light bulb burns out there's no need to play bulb snatcher. Irfstead, call 359--the Electric Shop--and a replacement will be speedily effected. The electricians of E have the unending job of repair and maintenance of the ship's electrical systems and machinery. On 24-hour call, E division personnel op- erate, maintain and repair everything from intra-ship telephones and the exchange system to battle lanterns and generators. In addition, the operation and upkeep of projec- tors and movie equipment for both recreational and training films is an E division responsibility. 'R . 1 n,., V: ' Q? is it iff mb Q i -r-.ff i ' ' - 1 , .X y 9 , tl li gi A .2 91' 1-f - .ix Wnvyr While various divisions have work along the same general line, men of X divi- sion assume a Wide variety of duties. These include not only personnel management of the entire ship, but all legal and technical Work, plus operation of the ship's li- brary, production of the ship' s i In addition, the ship's police force, the Masters-at- Arms, who are responsible for orderly conduct of the crew through chow lines, pay lines and various other ship activities, are also on the X division muster list, and play a vital role in the operation of a well-disciplined, effic- paper, assistance for the chaplain, and maintenance of athletic gear. ient ship. ,,l' The day had arrived---we were on our Way home, The crew pulled liberty in Sasebo for a last look around, and then we headed for the States by Way of Yokosuka and Kobe, which afforded us our final glances of the Orient. K . A It seemed too good to be true' that We could return home Without experiencing rough seas---and it was. The ship raged and rolled in protest at the smashing waves. Eating our meals on tables became impos sible, so we squatted on the deck picnic style Ur bo Pd ea he Nl i i N 53' e E d s. I I I 'Q gi li f - X .. ,mg f if awe ' w c at 75- ,f at X X ,, M T D K f.xN Q ,wrijflf X ,u Q S M Wx K mls 5 fx Q l vt,-, wc if On our last stop before reaching the States on our return trip, we slipped slowly into beautiful Pearl Harbor where most of the crew had an opportunity to make liberty. Once more we visited Honolulu and the ever popular Wakiki with its graceful coconut palms, white sands and nut- brown bathing beauties. Diamond Head seemed like an old friend standing faithfully by to wel- come our coming and to bid us a silent farewell as we turned homeward. During the last few days of our trip a good deal of our time was taken up in athletics. Divi- sional basketball and volleyball tournaments were completed with V-1 Division copping the basketball crown and X Division placing first in volleyball. Trophies were presented to the teams by Captain Johnson in hangar deck cere- monies following the championship play-offs. 5 Q' Jill I 'TW T 4 D-Har la, wp. 1..w .N ,wry 5' Y my I!! ' its ' 1 ?- f A , f 5 if Uflk sf , N I K H I 4. -., Q y I K 'L it ee'- ,nl .,, 0 l K' B151 ,. ,..f 0. fr ummlw any Ur uw A DO 35.-nf gs- SSS? r f 4 I ,ft -R 'S 5 M. ,ff V, ' - 4 fx fe' L' Ist X :J -V,, . . f x , , , 4,319 .... -Q i- W ' 1 warm . Fixx, Ep I NN. 1-.Q -u-qs, .Q R190 'lam S435 AH-L W. 'WHEN '-8,4 'sw V mf 7 I mlm 'V ws N in 'rua 'f-,Nt Fra swf mmmww Y ,N A 5 F' ,sq 'Van .mug .vs ,-Q., ,K '54-. mfkxw 'M a ff sg., M1 43' W 1-MLW v umm Wm M Maw, I ,A wan M .ff Wm, 2 H-Mg - Q ws N Q pu nun' OPERATIONi IRON LUNG The men of the Badoeng Strait once again showed themselves as more than protectors of nations and shores, when they forgot their own problems and donated enough money in 36 hours to purchase an Iron Lung for the San Diego Chapter of the Nat' 1 1ona Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, plus, an additional 3240. 00 for the Polio Fund. At the suggestion that we compile some sort of a pictorial cruise book, the Oriental Journey was born. As soon as the plans for the book were laid a sales campaign was begun, sparked by advertising both by Station BING and the ship s morning paper, and ably followed through by divisional salesmen The groundwork, once completed by the executive committee, was soon followed by the endless tasks of picture taking, processing and sorting, layout planning, illustration work, cartooning and writing The staff of men handling these assign ments can hardly be given enough credit for the many hours they gave to provide you with a complete record of the cruise with an albumn of memories which we hope will serve in the years to come to remmd you of your Oriental Journey EDITOR ..... We wish to express our appreciation to the men who contributed many fine photographs, without Wh1Ch 111115 cruise book would hardly be complete STAFF ASST. EDITOR ...... COORDINATOR ....... PHOTOGRAPHIC EDITOR LAYOUT .......... SPORTS ....... . BUSINESS MANAGER . . . PHOTOGRAPHER . . ART ....... WRITE UP , , ENS. S.J. EWANOWSKI ENS. J.W. KINNEAR CHAPLAIN W.L. WOLF LT. H. BOWLING LCDR. R.W. LABYAK ENS. R.R. WILLIAMS ENS. R.L. ALLSMAN J . J . GROSSE W. F . HE LGESEN T. A. CRABB T.H. GILTNER . . . . . And so our voyage ends. For some of us, picturesque Mt Fuji busy Tok o K . , y , amakura's colorful temples, the cabarets of Sas b e o, the many other familiar scenes of our visit, and the Work from which we paused to view them, will remain as merely fadin g memories. . .for we will see them no more. To others of us they will be waiting to greet us as old friends. But all of us will remember this partic- ular cruise when we viewed them together. . . a fighting team. . . a fighting ship, pausing now and then for a bit of pleasure during this, our Oriental Journey. E 3 .1 , 1 5 . 1 1 1. ,, 1 I 1 Q . 1 1 . 1 , 1 1 . 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 . 1 1 1 . 1 1 1 i 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 , 1 1 , A 1 1 1 Q 1 , 7 1 1 i . 1 1 1 . 1 wish... I 7 lj! AQ. 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