Callaghan (DDG 994) - Naval Cruise Book

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 fcr I 'i'l ■ir I ttk DEDICATION As we left October eighteenth, and all the operations began. We knew it would be six months, till we arrived home again. And as we sailed from port to port, we seized a chance to make a call it was to friends and families, who had the toughest job of all. It did not matter who they were, l or some it was the kids and wife, for others mom and dad. this is the biggest part of life. So with gratitude and admiration, we dedicate this book to ou. To our families and friends, can we sa We Love You! B : YN3 Todd R Beamish i 3

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CKLMc LSS CALLAGHAN’s coal of arms represents the name, birthplace, and distinguished career of Rear Ad- miral David J Callaghan. It also represents the modern technology of the new CALLAGHAN honored by that name. The chief simulates the Golden Gate Bridge, symbol- izing San Francisco. California. Admiral Callaghan's place of birth The trident connotes his naval career and the two lighting flashes for his service in World War I and World W ar II. The single star represents the medal of honor for his “conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in the Naval Battle of Guadalcanal during W orld War II. The trident with the arcs and the lighting flashes also allude to the mission and capabilities of the CALLAGHAN. COAT OF ARMS CREST The crest “heraldically speaks” the name Callaghan. The wolf is suggested by the Callaghan coat of arms, and the shamrock symbolizes Ireland. The two stars connote the rank of Rear Admiral Callaghan; they arc conjoined to indicate that this is the second ship to bear the name CALLAGHAN MOTTO The ship’s motto is the word Intrepidity . Taken from Rear Admiral Callaghan’s Medal of Honor citation, the motto serves inspiration to all who serve aboard CAI I GHAN to be brave and courageous not only in battle, but also in their daily lives. ' destroyer is a lovely ship, probably the nicest fighting ship of all. Battleships are a little like steel cities or great factories of destruction. Aircraft Carriers arc floating fields. Even Cruisers are big pieces of machinery, but a Destroyer is all boat. In the beautiful clean lines of her. in her speed and roughness, in curious gallantry. she completely a ship, in the old sense.

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COMMANDING OFFIC ER JOSEPH J. NATALE Commander Joseph J. Natale. ESN was born in Los Angeles, California. He has a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of California at Los Angeles (UCLA) where he received his commission through the NROTC program in 1975. He also has a Master's of Science De- gree in Engineering Science from Naval Post Graduate School, Monterey California. Commander Natale commissioned USS PETERSON (DD 969) in July 1977 as Communications Officer and assumed duties as Combat Information Center Officer in November 1978. In 1983, Commander Natale was assigned as Combat Systems Officer in USS CUSHING (DD 985). He then served as Combat Systems Officer in USS ARKANSAS (CGN 41). Commander Natale was pre-commissioning Executive Officer in USS LAKE CHAMPLAIN (CG 58) from August 1987 through January 1990. Following his tour as Executive Officer, he was as- signed to the Operations Directorate of the Joint Staff. Washington. D C. where he served as Executive Assistant to the Deputy Director for Operations, National Military Command System. Commander Natale is a proven weapons subspecialist. He has completed over five major deployments. United States Decorations worn by Commander Natale include the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal, the Navy Commendation Medal with Gold Star, the Navy Achievement Medal with Gold Star, and various Campaign and Service Medals. Commander Natale and his family reside in the San Diego area. COMMAND AT SEA Command at sea. with all its responsibilities and all its opportunities is the goal of cvry line officer m the I nited States Navy aspiring to professional distinction. In time of peace, some officers wait and prepare for many years before command comes; in time of war, some find themselves thrust into com- mand almost before they feel equal to its burden. To all. the experience of command is unforgettable - an important chapter in their lives, shared with the past and future generations of ship commanders in the unbroken continuity of the naval service. ship command is a command whether the ship is a tug or a carrier, and the commanding officer is the captain w hether he wears one stripe or four. On him rests the entire responsibility for the ship. Whether a mission ends in success or failure, he must accept the penalty or the glory. In either case his discipline, training, and orders have shaped the actions of the personnel under him.