Coontz (DLG 9) - Naval Cruise Book

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hawaii The stop at our fiftieth state was, for many, the first visit to this island paradise Although preparations for the work ahead were foremost in most minds, the five day stay gave each some opportunity to explore the island of Oahu and savour its pictur- esque beauty. Whether touring the island in a rented jeep or surfing on Waikiki, Honolulu was an enjoyable port for the first stop of the cruise. Departing Hawaii, we again headed west, our next stop, Japan. A welcome sight In memory of those who gave their all Entering port Approaching the pier M --ra ----f ff-at-, -A '-1 ' ,fr ' .,iZgLWzsa4zfz ' y , V ' A ff if 5,Mn,,,,1,f,f4,, ,,,,,,, M ,M ,,,, ,,,:f N , , . . T l ' .ue . ' . ' env ' ' ffff-5f3 :'fi-.flif5'zfl?ftl, Af 1' Viva-flfmfexfmhgllilff if f 'f . - X: . Y fi?f: 'f' i. . . -gf-ua. f- Lllvysfzw-iffy'-va'i':s'S'IyXwi: ' L as , -. '- f T ,f iw . fn: f ', -:' ' i, f i ,-,H . -N xp,--. -.- ,Lu 5, 4 457, q.. ' - ' ' .4 . W- X A.. tl t 'U A .qgtlvdf .5,?,,.,gigR.g.,?5 - a. ., r J ' f FQ 'LTA 'Y jf 1 1 if' - V-finite-14:5,fs2ii.1l' . 1 t .--X -X A il ,-.a:.La,,-,.,m.,:m 'L . ' xx :i z ' - - It g ffl L. T ' , : ' . wah. wt I. .U Quarters on the fantail

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subic ba From Yokosuka we headed south for sumo Bay, Republic of the Philippines- Here, thirty days of COONTZ'S time away from home were spent during five different visits. Inexpensive liberty, warm, tropical sun, and. the good base facilities were the feature attractions here. The first visit, only lasting three days, was highlighted by a ship's party at nearby Grande Island. After this stay, Subic became our base of oper- ations prior to and following periods on station in the Gulf of Tonkin. This in- cluded an eighteen day stay in late October and early November, when the enlisted and officers' clubs on the base gave us all a chance to relax. Other highlights included surviving the eye of Typhoon Emma while moored to the pier and celebrating New Years Eve in the tropics. The Great White Way Hey Ioe - you want cheep chow? Helping out the band Safe CPJ transportation Twist and shout!