Colonial (LSD 18) - Naval Cruise Book

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rida ' 10 juiu...C n route Oinn awa It ' s like a picnic without ants. As it grew hotter and hoter Colonial sailed across calm seas toward Buckner Bay. It was a time of hard work and in- tense training with GQ ' s everyday, while Colonial prepared for its annual ORl. This hard work was relieved by some fun and relaxation, a cookout on the spud deck and a smoker, starring Bryzelak and the Captain. Top right: Sure, 1 eat my own cooking. Middle right: Psst...the Supply Officer is watching. Bottom right: Colonial ' s own USO troup. OTKgR OUTFITS OUX h£«E 6»e-r e»« MDft W Sm mm

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aturdau, 25 Auiu... yyhin aw a Finally, Buckner Bay and our first liberty in what seemed like months. The next morning, as the crew slept off that first night of liberty, a wind was blowing and the seas were choppy. By late afternoon Typhoon Flossie was upon Buckner Bay and the other ships were barely visable. Our anchor shackle parted but we held. That night the Weiss did not hold. Monday morning we got underway with Phibron Three for typhoon evasion and seven more days at sea. Before and after... day of Typhoon Flossie. Pick mem up on the next wave. Where ' s your accommodation ladder?