Connole (FF 1056) - Naval Cruise Book

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HUMP NIGHT As the days passed, ive came closer and closer to that magical day-Hump Day. Hump Day was the mid-point of our deployment and on A ngust 19 ne relaxed and celebrated during our transit to Antalya, Turkey. The evening meal was a gourmet ' s delight COIMNOLE ' S Officers and Chiefs served the crew an Italian feast with spaghetti, garlic bread and all the fixings. Reser- vations were made and the khaki even did the dishes. The check teas on the house. A mRDS USS CONNOLE recognizes her best. Whether a Letter of Com- mendation, Naiy Achievement Medal or Letter of Appreciation, each award means thank oufor a JOB WELL DONE. AUhough not eveiy sailor can be singled out, this ceremony recognized the special people that make USS CONNOLE GREAT.

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.4A EVENING TO REMEMBER While anchored in Antalya, Turkey USS CONNOLE hosted an important diplomatic reception for the Governor of Antalya Province and the military Commander of the area. Over fifty local dignitaries attended the event which brought the rare appearance of alcohol aboard CONNOLE. The extravaganza was a night to remember and the Supply Department did a particularly outstanding job. The food was delicious and the music by ETC Houston thrilled the guests. The reception helped to develop close ties between the people of Antalya and the men of CONNOLE. Antalya was a dif- ficult place to leave.