Coral Sea (CVA 43) - Naval Cruise Book

Text from Pages 1 - 424 of the 1983 volume:

uuu-JiLii ! jij Jui-aumiuuiJuuuuuu ggtfipwTPgpgg riiJUuiJiJMiu t ititi n ui i i i r - ' Br TTTTTTXTTXTTTT uivnunT iTmr r ' w Dedicated To the wind that blows, The ship that goes And the lass that loves a Sailor ■■■ i mt, .,.. u Utlr;U ' - ' . ,0 - f ' m I History 4 Commanding Officer 6 Executive Officer 8 Command Master Chief 10 THE ADVENTURERS 11 Administration 13 Air 23 AIMD 43 Communications 57 Deck 65 Dental 75 Medical 79 Navigation 83 Safety 87 SHIP ' S Training 91 Chaplain 95 Engineering 101 Operations 133 Supply 151 Weapons 173 CVW-14 195 Staffs 269 THE ADVENTURE 275 UnRep 289 Fly-off 395 HOMECOMING 399 Shang-Haied Sailors 403 MANIFEST i- USS Coral Sea began her commisMoned service on 1 October 1947. She was named in commemoration of the Battle of the Coral Sea which was the first battle fought by planes from ships which were neither within visual nor radar range of the enemy. The battle saved Australia from Japanese invasion during the early part of World War II. The ship made seven deployments with the U.S. Sixth Fleet in European waters before being decommissioned in 1957 to undergo extensive modification at Bremerton, Washington, which included the installation of steam driven catapults, the installation of an angle flight deck and the relocation of aircraft elevators. Coral Sea ' s first combat action came in 1965, when she took part in the initial air strikes against North Vietnam. She made four more deployments to the Western Pacific during the next five years, giving support to ground troops in South Vietnam until the bombing halt in 1968. During her deployment in 1973, Coral Sea was the first carrier lo deploy from the continental United States after the negotiations of the Vietnam cease-fire agree- ments of 19 3. For Coral Sea it marked the first peacetime cruise following nearly ten years of participation in the Vietnam conflict. During Coral Sea ' s 1975 deployment, she furnished logistic support for the evacuation of South Vietnam. In May 1975, (.oral Sea was once again called upon for support when the U.S. merchant ship SS Mayaguez, llegally seized by Cambodia, was rescued by Seventh Fleet ships. For Coral Sea ' s action in the evacuation of South Vietnam, the ship was awarded the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal and for support of the Mayaguez rescue, the Meritorious Unit Commendation. In 1977 Coral Sea made her twelfth Western Pacific deployment and returned to Alameda to prepare for an 1 1 month complex overhaul in Bremerton Washington. While on her thirteenth deployment, 1979-80, Coral Sea and the Airwing Fourteen team was gone for seven months, including a l()2-day at-sea period in the Indian Ocean. Coral Sea departed for her fourteenth deployment in August 1981 where she spent 78 days at sea in the Indian Ocean prior to operations in the South China Sea and the Sea of Japan. During that deployment. Coral Sea recorded her 300,()()()th arrested landing, a record for aircraft carriers. Coral Sea ' s fifteenth Western Pacific deployment was just part of its World Cruise, including operations in the Northern Pacific, Sea of Japan, South China Sea, Indian Ocean, Mediterranean and Caribbean prior to an overhaul period in Norfolk, Virginia. Coral Sea ' s awards include the Navy Unit Commendation, the Meritorious Unit Commendation, the National Defense Service Medal, Republic of Vietnam Armed Forces Meritorious Unit Citation (CTallantry Cross), Humanitarian Service Medal, four Golden Anchor Awards for personnel retention and the prestigious Admiral Flately Award for avi- ation safety. SHIP ' S HISTORY ; ;. -:.• ' ..• ;. :- : -::■ ' -.: l-- ' --;: ■ k ■iijy T fe-IPS ■ HHJ 1 1 «- ' Ot H-.. Capt J.D. Bear Taylor Commanding Officer U.S.S. Coral Sea From the far reaches of the northern Pacific to the balmy seas of the Caribbean, Captain Taylor; a warrior, adventurer and patriot; is known as a Crews ' Captain. Capt L.H. Price Executive Officer U.S. Coral Sea As Executive officer, Capt Price, the right hand man to the CO., handles nearly all administrative paperwork for the CO., freeing the Captain for the important job of command- ing the ship. Even though he has mountains of paperwork, the X.O. still manages to get in his flight time with the VA97 War- hawks. Command Master (]hief GMTCM (SW) Matthew A. Long 10 | V- N V v- ' rU -f In the days of Iron Men and Wooden Ships, the prospect of a circumnavigation of the world brought with it the excitement of mysterious and exotic foreign ports, the solitude and danger of life at sea and the adventure of crossing uncharted waters in search of new worlds. Like our brethern of days gone by, we have taken our ship down to the sea in search of the same adventure and excite- ment, always ready to attack the challenges of the briney blue. 11 12 One important ingredient in the efficient operation of an air- craft carrier is its Administrative Department. In this regard, the department serves a vital role in the overall mission of the USS Coral Sea. The department, along with the Executive Officer ' s Staff Assistants, the Administrative Officer, the Legal Officer and the Ship ' s 3M Officer, includes a wide spectrum of clerical sup- port ratings including Career Counselors, Journalists, Legalmen, Master-at-Arms, Personnelmen, Postal Clerks and Yeomen. The men who hold these ratings perform a wide variety of functions including correspondence preparation and control, service re- cord maintenance, mail services. Public Affairs programs, person- nel retention, 3-M program, enforcement of good order and disci- pline, printing and Special Services. Virtually all functions of the department are customer service related and in this regard the department ' s motto is The Customer Comes First . LCDR CJ. Smothers - . The major workcenters of X-1 Divi- sion are: The Ship ' s Office which pro- vides correspondence control and cleri- cal support to the Commanding Officer. The Ship ' s Admin Office which works directly for the Executive Officer and pro- vides direct administrative support to the ship. The Ship ' s Post Office provides tra- ditional postal services to the ship, em- barked Air Wing and smaller ships in company. The Print Shop provides print- ing support for the ship and Air Wing. ? ' 1 LTJCi C Twym.in N( ( J. Cooper VNC R. I.iiclkn Lie R. Smiih YNC J. Si.Clair j Hi YNl A, Boll? YNl K. Davis NCl M. Nelson PCl D. Pope LI2 D. Cutrer NC2 B. Nicholson YN2 G. Orr YN2 R. Van Gorder LI3 J. Coggins LI3 R. Daggeti M m YN3 D. Daise YN3 K. Dineen PC3 R. Harrison PN3 A. Tcllinghusen YN3 M. Willie LISA X. nilbctk SA S. Moscr SR T. ( .ray SR R I.irma SR K. Wire lb MAC D. Huichinsun i- ru The Master-at-Arms force is the long arm of the law aboard Coral Sea and helps keep pride and professionalism at peak levels. Concentrating on or- der, decorum, discipline and neatness, members of the master-at-arms force patrol the ship to ensure that each Coral Seaman is an appropriate representa- tion of the job he does so well. While his presence may seem at times to be somewhat foreboding, his chief desire is to improve the quality of life on Coral Sea for all his shipmates. 17 MAl L. Whcclcr MA2 A. BiTficr MA2 L. Whiilock YN3 P. Tafi 1 l 4-- ?i LCDR R. Hopkins CW02 H. Queen EMC M. Ecdao X-3 Division consists of three vital offices that provide a myraid of essential services to the crew. The Personnel Office provides a wide range of services consisting of maintenance of over 2400 service records, issuance of I.D. cards, preparation of leave papers, Certificates of Homeport Change and an untold number of other administrative func- tions for the crew. The Legal Office provides the ship ' s crew with professional counseling and guidance on Naval and civilian related legal matters. Services provided range from wills to power of attorney and Court- Martial proceedings. The 3-M Office administers the ship ' s Maintenance Material Management Pro- gram. The consistent high quality of training and inspections provided by the office has provided Coral Sea with many years of additional life. LNl J. Phillips PNl A. Pineda PN2 D. Richards PN3 A. Austin YN3 A. Baca 19 f . SN V. Gargano PNSN ( . Jiihnson PNSN R. Leonard PNSN M. Moss SN B. Waters - K LTJG F. Reitzel JOC K. Hansen TDl L. Manley The Public Affairs Office fulfills a morale building role aboard Coral Sea. In addition to operating three entertainment television channels and four radio music frequencies, the men of the PAO also publish a daily (at- sea) newspaper and a monthly magazine for- mat familygram. The PAO is in operation to bring the crew the best in entertainment and information. Though their numbers are small, the impact of the mission of the Public Affairs Office is felt throughout the ship. Special Ser- vices, also a part of X-4 Division, is responsi- ble for improving crew ' s morale by providing a weight room, a vast array of athletic equip- ment, coordination for various clubs aboard ship and by organizing and conducting tours in every port of call. USS Coral Sea is an aircraft carrer and its mission as such is to launch and recover aircraft in the highly exciting, extremely dan- gerous and always changing atmosphere of the flight deck. The Air Department of the Coral Sea is made up of the men who perform these tasks each day and night, at sea, for long ardous hours. CDR M.R. Rackowitz CDR T. ThorM-n LCDR ( . Builtr LCDR (.. (.roves LT T. ( ihlar LTJ. Huffman I.T n. Murphy IT I.. Howe ( )C02 «. Eh rWOi R. Liiilcdoud C W02 ). Willyard 24 Nl A LT C. Hanks ABCS A. Shultr ABH( W. ( urran ABHl J. Anderson ABHl M. Lavigne ABHl R. Myers ABHl D. Stanford ABHl R. Young ABH2 J. Chapman ABH2 A. Huerta ABH2 J. Jackson ABH2 J. Kospiah ABH2 A. Sagon V-1 Division is responsible for the movement of aircraft on the flight deck, under the direction and supervision of the Yellow Shirts . Once the aircraft are in place, they are secured to the deck by the Blue Shirts using chocks and chains. The location of air- craft about the flight deck is managed from Flight Deck Control by the Aircraft Handling Officer. The Flight Deck Officer is responsible for the execution of the starting, prepunching and post-recovery of air- craft according to the ACHO ' s assignment. Crash and Salvage (Red Shirts) operate the equipment for fire- fighting and rescue in the event of a flight deck mis- hap. 25 AN J. Garrison AN J. Ciraves AN K. Johnson AN M. Miller AN S. Schlosser AN S. Sweeney AN O. Valencia AN T. Welch AA R. Bosseler 26 si , ABEl T. Bryan ABEl J. Calven ABEl J. Clements ABEl K. Epiing ABEl M.Jensen ABEl C. Merriweaiher ABEl D. Poage ABE2 B. Baichelder ABE2 V. Caba TD2 K. Herzberg ABE2 L. James ABE2 K. McGlauflin LCDR M. Benin IOCS C. Smith ABEC G. Campbell V-2 Division maintains the vast intricate system of catapults and arresting gear for launching and recovering aircraft. Additionally, the division pro- vides peripheral services such as Pilot Landing Vi- sual Aids Television (PLAT), the Fresnel Lens for precision landings, flight deck lighting and electri- cal starting power. ABEC J. Coleman ABE B. Merrill ABEC B. Reed 30 AZ2 L. Moyer ABE2 K. Snyder ABE2 R. Tobias ABE2 L. Welsh TD2 D. Wyman ABE3 D. Ball m 1 V ■ ' m 1 jii r ' m I:i5 ABE3J. Beattie ABES S. Brown ABH3 B. Coronado ABE3 S. DeGoey ABE3 H. Delacruz ABE3 R. Ducusin 31 EM} T. Good ABE} M. Hall ABE} K. Jelks AA L. Morasi ABEAA R. Price si :h ABHI M. Abasia ABHl A. Espiritu V-3 Division works on the hangar deck of the Coral Sea, moving air- craft to the ship ' s three elevators for bringing the planes to the flight deck and also moving them for storage and repair. ABH3 D. Migliaccio ABHi T Moore ABH5 K. Rihelin ABH3 J. Schmid ABH3 J. Wuertembergcr AN D. Brooks ABHAN J. Brown AN J. Dowling AN C. D)er AN J. Mendez AN M. Parker AN W. Oil ikik 36 ' k L( DK J. Wchle ABFr N. Perillo ABFC; W. Endicoa V-4 Division is responsible for fueling the aircraft amidst the high tempo activity of flight operations and for maintaining the sys- tem which stores the fuel below decks, en- sures its purity and keeps the lines open for the jet fuel ' s eventual flow to the aircraft on the flight deck. ABFl F. Laca|. ABFl F. Slark ABFl D. Thomas ABF2J. Builcr ABF2 O. Gonzales ABF2 N. Sanios ABF2 J. Zedlcr ABF3 W. Amcll ABFJ R. Dumoni ABF3 D. Fail AHU n H.irnt.l A HI 1 K H.IKS -ffl -, lv 38 ABF3 C. Leiand ABF} L. Mercado ABF5 K. McClaskey ABF3 R. Read ABF3 R. Rendon ABF3 S. Schroeder ABF3 T. Conner AN R. Dyer AN J. Henry ABF AN M. Herzog ABFAN T. Hesson AN M. Krisher AN W. Langdon AN W. Mayer AN J. McGuire AN G. Milligan AN M. Myers AN S. Ohlund 39 AN E. Star AN L. Swin AN R. Viado AN M. Wilhams AN D. Yocum AN K. York AN W. Allgood AA N. ( ' aampued AA S. Holzhousc AA L. Lonioc AA F. McLean AA M. Nieves AA M. Owens AR S. Paul AK A, Pomroy AR S. Snyder AK K. VCilliams 40 V-5 Division maintains two vital functions to this department. First and foremost. Prima- ry Flight Control, which is responsible for the logging of all launching and recovering of aircraft on the flight deck. Its secondary func- tion is Air Admin, which is the administrative nerve center of Air Department. fr.Ev The Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Department provides intermediate level support for 6 different type model series air- craft with the talents of 350 technicians and managers from ship ' s company and air wing. Partial support is also provided for 2 additional type model series aircraft from the Battle Group. Or- ganizational and intermediate level repair support is provided for the aerial refueling stores used by the air wing. In addition to these services, the AIMD maintains all mobile support equipment used on the hangar deck and flight deck. CDR R.E. Tripp LCDR J. McCain LT D. Cook LT L. Merriman %, IMl Division is responsible for the administra- tive functions of the department, including person- nel management, training, material procurement and the production and quality control of mainten- ance performed by the department. AMHl N. Tamoro AZl L. Vergara AZ2 W. Bruce AZ2 K. Hanneman AZ2 L. McGee AZ2 D. Schaible AZ} Vf . Babcock AEJ F. Boone AZ3 D. Paiowsky AZ3 E. Scurlock AMS3 P. Ferguson AKJ E. Tkach ADJ J. Wilson AZAN N. Banks AWAA J. Shaw !«i C S „( I 11 0, 11 12 ■■ 1 HktVf W  hF mv r fL k ■ yV % 46 LTJ. Chase AMCS D. Haynes ADi G, Hernandez AMHl J. Rabutaso ADl G. Webber AMHl E. Woods AD2 R. Barkwell AD2 M. Dickman AD2 D. Dimagiba AE2 C. Hoover AMS2 K. Roebuck AE2 G. Royce 47 IM2 is the general maintenance division of the AIMD, responsible for the QEC build-up and tear down of 5 different aircraft engines and tires, complete repair of aerial refueling stores, as well as repair of a large variety of hydraulic and airframe components. In the IM2 Paralofi and oxygen shop, aviators survival equip- ment, oxygen systems and parachutes are inspected and repaired by qualified and experienced Riggers . AMS2 A. Sagon AMS2 W. Whiefield AMH} S. Baird AMS} T. Bass AMS3 J. Dukes AMS3 F. Hicks AMS3 E. Lilly AMH3 C; McAfee AMH3 (.. Mc( urdv PK3 R. Melick AMF3 |. Miller AMH3 M Miller AD5 T. Overly AD3 M. Pemrick ADS J. Roberis AM.S3 C. Smith AMS3 ;. Smiih AD3 K. Slanley AMK3 T. Sereno AD3 M. Swayne 48 PR3 R. Taylor ADJ H. Villas AD3 V. Wilson AMS3 M. Yelvingion AMSAN R. Bergman PRAN J. Bucklew AOAN G. Cruz AN D. Gage AMMAN F. Galloway AN K. Harty ADAN D. Hulls ADAN J. Ketterman AMMAN S. Kraus AMSAN G. Larkins AN M. Moreno AMMAN J. Narkum AN R. Pelayo AN B. Pritchard ADAN K. Rochow AMSAN K. Rascoe 1 En •w V H 49 . • y LTJG X . Tindill LTJG S. Killy ATC ' S R. Macoraber V 1M3 Division (Avionics Armament) is com- prised of 1 1  orkceniers and over 1 50 men. In IM3, highly trained technicians perform maintenance on a v ide range of equipment including communica- tion, radar, navigation EC M and new for the 1983 cruise. Anti-Submarine Warfare systems. ATI J. Appcl ATI A. Auwfn AQl D. Burkhardi AEl R. { arlyon AQl |. Chrisicnsen TDl L. Duncan ATI V(. E ans AQl I.. Younj! ATI J. Larfjf ATI n. Pri|olo A( l ( . RdsmusM-n AOl W. Vcrthcr AEl J. VTa.d ATI C. U iKon AT2 M. Hallway 50 A02J. Brooks AQ2 D. Curls AE2 W. Dcmbowski AT2 L. Doering AQ2 C. Dorich AT2 J. Fernando AT2 L. Fogel AT2 T. Hodge AT2 S. Hogue AT2 A. Janes AF R. Bjiv AH j Hull.ir.l AT n. ( riid . j i I).ims AT T- Di ra ia 52 ATJ M. Dolan AE3 M. Drew AT3 L. Elsion AE3 J. Ferguson AQ3 M. Green AT3 W. Hawkins AQ3 R. Laird AE3 J. Mauga AE3 S. Mitchell AE3 C. Nelson i fti- ET3 C. Smith AT3 A. lorio AZ3 V. Uribe AT3 D. Webb AE3 S. Whiiten wt fPi 53 AN B. Daniels ATAN D. Deanda IMSN A. Forienberrj- ATAN B. Hancy ATAN M. henbcrg ATAN R. Norion AOAN R. Parker AQAN T. Prcsirldgc AXAN M. RaMihis At ' AN . Thompson ATAN D. Miun ATAA R. Lyons AOAA A. Sims 54 LTJG D. GarUits ASC S. Bcn il %, 4 IM4 is the support equipment division of the department. The division maintains 400 items of equipment called Yellow Gear . The support equipment carried onboard con- sists of aircraft tow tractors, spotting dollies, gas turbine compressors, mobile electric power plants, crash cranes, mobile fire fight- ng equipment, forklifis and various other types of gear in the direct support of the air- craft carried onboard Coral Sea. ASE2 E. Cox ASE2 D. Gossage ASM2 W. Harris ASE2 G. Farley ASM2 M. Madarang ASM2 R. Mooney AS2 A. Siqueiros ASE3 T. Borslien ASM3 P. Chaiard ASH3 M. Filler 55 ASM 3 J. Garrick ASM R. Kirk ASM} D. Lawhorn ASM} D. Lemenager ASE3 M. Locklcar ASF} M. Mcador ASM} P. Okitfc ASF} R. Rfsurrctcion ASM} S. Richards ASM} E. St. Clair ASF} I.. Ukch AZAN S. ( asilchtrr) ' ASMAN M. Huss ASMAN M. Lampt ASMAN C. Mcnt er ASM A A B. Green ASMAA P. I.cblond ASMAA M. Me ger ASMAA M. Zitbell ASMAR M. Bowers 56 The Communications Department, Radio Division, is the voice of command, providing rapid, reliable and secure communica- tions for the Coral Sea and her embarked Air Wing and staffs. Whether underway or inport, the Radiomen of CR Division pro- vide the communications link with the rest of the world. Using sophisticated computer and automated message systems, an aver- age of 1000 plus messages per day are processed. Messages vary in subject and length and cover everything from directing the ship ' s movements and supply support to informing a shipmate that he is a Daddy. High Frequency (HF), Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) and UHF Satellite are used to support the many circuits required to operate an aircraft carrier. Operating 24 hours a day, seven days a week, CR Division virtually has an effect on each and every Coral Seaman. Visual communications are provided by the Signal Division (CS). Using Flaghoist, Flashing Light and Semaphore, they exchange messages that affect everything from the maneuver- ing of the ship to acknowledging the amount of fuel and stores received onboard. In addition, they provide an alternate to elec- tronic communications systems and help maintain the Coral Sea ' s smart reputation by rendering honors to passing Navy and mer- chant ships. LCDR T.H. Wolfsen f Y i I Wv V RM2 S. Slater RM2 £. York RM3 J. Briggs RM3 P. Hladek RM3 W. Jones RMSN B. Knutson RMSN K. OToole RMSN W. Reynolds RMSN T. Spence SMCM R. Davis In August 1962, the Secretary of the Navy approved a CNO request to participate in the MARS program and in January 1963, Navy-Marine Corps MARS com- menced limited operations with the United States. Since the inception of MARS, it has grown to more than 8,000 member stations, with operations extending to Alaska, Hawaii, Antartica, Cuba, the Far East and the Western Pacific with connections to Army-Air Force MARS to cover areas where Navy-Marine Corps MARS is not operational. In December 1965, Navy-Marine Corps MARS was established in Viet- nam to provide backup emergency communications for commands and to provide Armed Forces person- nel with a means to communicate with home through telephone calls and messages. Coral Sea ' s MARS sta- tion was established by a small group of Amateur Radio operators and other volunteers during the 1981- 82 WestPac cruise. Under normal operating schedules the station handles 50 calls daily to loved ones back home. 63 The Boatswain ' s Mates of Deck Department are a very proud and traditional group. Since ancient times. Boatswain ' s Mates have been synonymous with mariners. They still perform the same tasks and require many of the same skills as their forebearers but although there are no longer sails to be rigged, the Bos ' n ' s now rig and operate all the newfangled Underway Replenishment equipment. They are still responsible for anchoring and mooring, operating all ship ' s boats, manning the wheel, lookout watches, and passing the word. Boatswain ' s Mates still take great pride in performing their traditional role in executing honors. Whether piping a VIP over the side , rendering honors to a fellow Man- O-War or paying tribute to a shipmate for long years of loyal service by gonging him off, it ' s the Boatswain ' s Mates that ensure the job is done in accordance with tradition. The Boat- swain ' s Mates of Coral Sea exemplify the pride and professional- ism that all Navy men strive for and live by the motto that embraces this ideal: Sailors belong on ships and ships belong at LCDR WJ. Beier l.TJC, D. Smiih ENS A. Gihsi.n CV( ' 02 ( . (.ardntr ' : Sv, , • r: . - -K ' VT nt -• •A.- . H -l i . •  . - s- ENS A. Baumgarintr BM( ( . Carrera BMl W. Askew BM2 G. Career BM2 D. Lehre BM2 W. Traughber BM3 C. Bader BM3 S. Lyile BM3 B. Novicio BM3 S. Sheppard BM3 D. Vogdes BM3 T. WiUard SN E. Bancroft SN J. Blanco SN D. Brassfield SN J. Fielder SN M. Garrison SN M. Gary SNJ. Nonh SN M. Serio SN M. Saogston SN J. Vanegas SA R. Ahlf SA P. Miller SA D. Roper SA D. Russell SA S. Sorsenseo SA R. Wilder SR R. Brieva SR J. Brune SR J. Carrasco SR A. Duierle SR L. Fisher SR C. Goodrich SR E. Lista SR R. Mooney SR R. Naiman SR K. White 69 ENS F. Fiene BM( J. Sailer BMSN M BLukwdl SN l . ( rippt-n SN J. Hall AN T. Kovene SN K Vi .ilnrs 70 SA J. Randall SA R. Turner SA M. Valdez SRJ. Bentley SR J. Moreil ENS S. Sage BMl R. Poner r B H M. D Alicsio BM M Frinch BM ( . Hockcnbcrry BMl V Puikcii BMSN K. Elkins BMSN J. Haman PNSN K. Miller BMSN J. Shackelford BMSN M. Wcbsier SA I). Hhcl SA B. Habel SA M. Johnson SA K. Rose SA T. Smith SR B. Blocher SR B. Chevalier SR T. Davies SR R. King SR D. McDonald ARJ. Palladino SK L HuNh SK P. I.am- SR R Mi( ollum SK T MulUn SK ( . Norlun The Dental Department is tasked with providing complete den- tal health care services for ship ' s company, embarked airwing and staff personnel as well as emergency treatment for men on ships of Battle Group Charlie and other associated support vessels. In the course of a normal six month overseas deployment, approximately 7,000 naval personnel will avail themselves of the finest dental procedures of wide variety from what has been called the finest and most productive dental department afloat. The professional staff includes an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, Prosthodontist and two General Practitioners along with 11 enlisted technicians who have varying technological skills. The patient treatment clin- ic is composed of three general dentistry operatories, a preventive dentistry and prophylaxis room, a complete prosthodontic labora- tory, and X-ray room and an oral surgery operating room. All the dental equipment installed onboard is of the latest design and finest quality available and represents a sizeable financial invest- ment for the health and welfare of the crew. With kindness and consideration to the patient a primary objective, each treatment operatory has been equiped with stereophonic music as a means of relaxing apprehensive individuals. With this diversity of exper- tise among the professional staff and with the excellent quality of the clinical facilities, the Dental Department is able to provide a complete spectrum of dental health care of the finest quality that is second to none. The Dental Department is truly a professional unit dedicated to excellence and fully committed to the important role it plays in support of command readiness and battle efficien- cy. CAPT J. P. Commette U DK H. Hoffman LT R. Hahn LT S. Bryan DTCJ. Land DTI A. Laxa DT2 R. Mandap DT2 W. Slinde DT2 M. Choi DT3 G. Mejorado 77 DN A. AUarado DN J. Campos DN R. Goniaga AN P. Noiseau SN M. Coggins V The mission of the Medical Department is to provide total health care to the crew of the USS Coral Sea and Carrier Airwing Fourteen. The department consists of a fully equipped twenty-four bed hospital including a two bed intensive care unit and a two bed infection isolation ward. The staff, with its deployed Air Wing medical personnel, consist of eight Medical Department officers and a team of thirty-five highly skilled Hospital Corpsmen. The department provides comprehensive emergency medical treat- ment, complete outpatient and hospital services, shipboard medi- cal training and is responsible for monitoring shipboard and habitability systems. The department provides personnel for all ship ' s functions and evolutions; manning stations at UNREP VERTREP, Damage Control, Repair Parties, Inport Fire Party, Beach Guard, Search and Rescue, Flight Deck operations, and Flying Squad support. The officers and men of the Coral Sea Medical Department, through constant training, surveillance of shipboard requirements and professional pride constantly strive to provide the best medical care afloat. CDR P.F. Bedell LCDR A. Traquina LCDR S. Wcbcr CW03 M. Baker LT R. Ritz HMCS D. Bihler mJ gM HM2 M. Poteeie HM2 H. Swinden HM3 K. Brown HM3 D. Evans HM3 J. Hubbard HMi J. Kemmer HM3J. Lane HM5 A. Lopt- HMJ J. Lueders HM3 T. Macabugao Coral Sea ' s Navigation Department takes pride in being mind- ful of the art and science of navigation, implementing various methods from the trusty, crusty sextant to contemporary satelite navigational systems. The Quartermasters maintain the ship ' s deck log, navigational tracks and plots. They update and correct thousands of charts and publications. Quite frequently they are also called upon for Special Sea Details, such as entering and leaving ports, precision anchorages, manouvering in restricted waters and alongside other ships during underway replenish- ments. Though sudden changes and awkward positions have sometimes caught the department off guard, they have always pulled throug professionally and are proud to say, WE ' LL NEV- ER STEER YOU WRONG . CAPTJ.A. Schwab  ' - - LT S. Bozin QMC P. Gillmer QMl S. Workman QM2 M. Garlick QM2 G. Greene QM2 P. Walker QM3 P. Beiancur QMS M. Humphrey QM3 F. Moorman QM3 S. Sipos QMSN M. Brown HTFN D. Hatton QMSN J. Manning QMSN J. Mclnnis QMSN E. Sass SMSN K. Spink QMSN D. Tendick iHj AMt AN J. Turner QMSN D. Whiiing QMSR T. Davis d lg v A green cross on a white jersey or helmet: This is the symbol of SAFETY. Many different people wear the safety uniform: An AOl oversees ordnance handling; an ABEC, AQl and an ADl cover all flight deck evolutions; a BTl walks the deckplates to ensure safe engineering; Damage Control and Hull Maintenance are the beats covered by an HT2; and ETl ensures that electrical and electronic technicians don ' t short-circuit established procedures; and MMFN handles supply chores and looks in on auxiliary systems; and a YNSN supports the department ' s operation on paper. Through cross-training, any shipboard evolution that can threaten life and limb can be covered by this team of specialists. These evolutions take up most, but not all, of Safety Depart- ment ' s time. The department also publishes safety newsletters and bulletins, conducts safety inspections and an ongoing rattles- nake round-up. This successful new program tries to involve every shipmate in safety awareness by asking every man to help look for rattlesnakes - potential accidents waiting to bite someone. Preventing death and debilitation is Safety Department ' s goal. Whether it ' s a replenishment sponson at midnight, a no-notice man overboard drill or a launch and recovery in 100 degree weather, you ' ll find a Safety Department Petty Officer nearby with one overriding question on his mind: IS IT SAFE? CDR R.S. Butterfield LT S. Reynolds ABEC L. Norihup 89 The Training Department ' s duties and responsibilities impact on every crew member from the moment he steps onboard Coral Sea through the initial first week in Indoctrination Division, followed by one week of damage control training. The ship allows each member ample time to become accustomed to his new home, and more importantly, to train each member how to save himself through the proper use of the damage control training he receives. In today ' s Navy, with its advanced technology and sophisticated equipment, great pains are taken to keep Navy people up-to-date in everything from electronics to English from sonar to sociology. The Training Department, through the I Division, Educational Services Office and Schools Division, provide the means for train- ing and administering a variety of programs designed to fulfill service requirements, increase the general education level of the service member and provide financial help in exchange for specif- ic period of active duty. Another vital service of the department is the Counseling and Assistance Center (CAAC). The CAACs are established onboard all carriers to counsel and educate member against drug and alcohol abuse. The CAAC also functions as a clearinghouse and information center for personnel who seek assistance. Through the office of Human Resources Management, the Coral Sea implements a variety of seminars designed to im- prove the utilization of the Navy ' s most valuable resource-its people. CDR R. L. Krubsack 93 YN3 R Larsen PN3 D. Richmond SN K. Brown SN D. Clu«ion The Chaplain Corps is comprised of the representatives of religious bodies of the United States. Its purpose is to provide professional guidance to the Department of the Navy and to promote the spiritual, religious, moral, corporate and personal well being of members of the Navy, their dependents and other persons by providing the ministries appropriate to their rights and needs. CDR J.W. Eckles -T-r- no Pmtar ' t Sttmat ACTS 3 . , rr ■! ■ ■«« tr «iT - ' ' — ' a oMlm. 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Czigan T E N D I N G T F H L E O C K I ' ll |pj| OPERATION CARE 99 Throughout the World Cruise, the Chaplain Depart- ment provided a helping hand to many organizations ranging from orphanages to day care centers, to a home for wayward girls. The majority of the refurbishing work consisted of painting at Ae Yuk Wan (Loving Arms Home) and the Methodist Mission Home for Wayward Girls in Pusan, and Opera de la Saluta del Fanciullo (Work for the Health of the Children) in Naples. The carpentry skills of some Choral Seamen were also put to work installing window screens at Jireh Home in the Philippines and putting up fences and repairing a corral at La Petite Fermc (The Little Farm) in Cannes, France. On board Cora Sea, the (Chaplain ' s Department provides time for the men to get together for singing and sharing experiences as was done during the Suez transit. The Chaplains log their flight time on the Holy Helo to other ships in company for Sunday services. 100 : U v V i s d Around the clock, in port or at-sea, the Engineers are on watch, ensuring Coral Sea is alive. The men of ' M ' and ' B ' divisions operate and repair Coral Sea ' s boilers and propulsion machinery that drive her at speeds over 30 knots. They also operate the ship ' s service turbo generators providing electrical power and the ship ' s distilling plant, providing fresh w ater for the ship. The techni- cians of ' A ' division operate and maintain the ship ' s auxiliary equipment, such as air conditioning, refrigeration and com- pressed air and maintain miscellaneous steam systems such as the catapults and the ship ' s laundry. They also provide the ship with a source of emergency electrical power through the ship ' s emergen- cy diesel generators. The Hull Technicians of R ' division main- tain the ship ' s firefighting systems, damage control equipment and Coral Sea ' s fresh water and plumbing systems. They perform welding repairs to piping, manufacture sheet metal items and produce handcrafted wood items. R. division also mans our crack Flying Squad, firefighting team composed of 28 HT ' s, two electri- cians, a corpsman and a photographer. With the Ship ' s Service Generators, ' E ' division, the Power and Lighting Company of Coral Sea, could light up a city the size of Spokane Washington. Life support systems as well as combat systems of the ship are dependent on the power provided by ' E ' division. The men also maintain all ship ' s lighting, electrical components, electrical mo- tors and all electrical gear associated with 115 volts and 440 volts needed for the catapults. The ICmen of ' E ' division maintain all the Interior Communications Systems such as the ship ' s gyrocom- pass, dead reckoning equipment, engine order telegraph, rudder angle indicators and all ship ' s alarm systems. They also maintain all sound powered phones and the new Western Electrical PBX Telephone system. The Logroom provides direct administrative support to the Chief Engineer and the department. The men of the Logroom also organized and ran the very successful Casino Nights which raised tens of thousands of dollars for Navy Relief and the American Red Cross. Despite demanding watch rotations, the department came through the cruise with their usual outstand- ing performance. Their motto, particularly true during this de- ployment, is SOME MAY WORK AS HARD, BUT NONE WORK HARDER . CAPT J. A. Lewis I.( OR M. Craig LT T. Allardvce LT R. I.i.fion LT T. McKcc FNS G. Sommer LT S. Sutton BTCM T. Gunner MM( S R. Rodriguez MMC P. Banels MMl A. Espina MM I D. Gra MMl E. Aguilar MMl F. Basbas MMl J. Dod«)n MMl R. Jenkinv ENl M. Mandapat MMl A. Morales MMl S. Rohr EN I J. Simmering MRl M. Totanes MM2 R. Andal EN2 F. Brown MM2 S. Ruckcr 104 I i MM2 R. Farase EN2 C). Gonzales MM2 L. llano EN2 R. Tena EN3 R. Baiemon MM3 R. Bromund EN3 G. Brisbin MM3 D. Brurgardi MM3 P. Caine MM3 E. Cunanan MM3 E. Elfstron MM3 R. Evangelista MM3 R. Garcia MR3 D. Gonzales MM5 VT. Killingcr MRS T Kulkj MM P. MacapinUc MM3 D. Mckndiz MNH M. Millt-r MR3 S. Ncrkowski r r EN3 D. Prati MR3 D. Rhea MR3 R. Tahion MM 3 R. Valinlin MM3 A. Vt ' in FN V Bailey ■ C ' S ■ FN I.. Bciicncouri ENFN M. Brown 106 FN J. rhanu FN }. Chrisiensen FN M. Deehle FN S. Garcia FN J. Hunter FN J. Parent ENFN D. Sturguess FA D. Jenuwine FA E. Milano MMFA K. Poole ENFA J. Risner FA R. Stejskal FA J. Wagner FR M. Dietrich 107 BTl R. Ayres BTl R. Fillingamc BTI L. Johnson ' y BTl V. Light BTl J. Robinson BTC T. Gusewelle BT3 D. Haines BT3 L. Jorgenson BTFN F. Baker FN C. Blumke BTFN T. Lyies BTFN T. Moore FA S. Hickman FR A. Rangel FR F. Weiglein BTl T. Roberts BT2 R. Berry BT2 M. Cearley BT3 C. Carl ' T BTl G. Burdtn BTi D. Doous BTl H. Gradv BTA ( . Jass.. BTS K Kowalwvk HT S Maihitts HT , Napiiks BT R. Praay BT3 D. SteincI BT5 D. Taylor BT (. VCilliam-. BTFN J. Hajjtr IN D. Mocn FN n. SicincI no BTl N. Atienza BTl B. Tyler BT2 C. Roberison BT2 R. Km j BT3 L. Ellioi BT3 K. Fredrickson BT3 M. Maggiacomo BT3 D. Taylor BT3 S. Yenser BT3 R. York BTFN M. Geier BTFN L. Jackson . • A ' i b BTl M. Green MMl J. Malinn MM2 A. Alvarez BT2 B. Bomo BT2 M. Dolan BT2 D. Lang MM3 M. Malvar MM3 S. Sauerbry ■ MM3 K. Wilson BTFN J. Adkins BTFN M. Stockwell FA L. Koushakjian 113 EMI E. Dacoron EMI N. Farrales EMI R. Panabaker Kl P. Woodruff l( 2 T. Cloud EM2 D. Hendrickson EM2 B. Ramos EM2 R. Rivera EM 2 C. Salinas C2 K. Simmons 1(2 E. Tiiui EM2 «. XXooilard EM2 R. VanSiikIc If i M. Arnold EM K. Aulgcr 1 M (.. Hr.inih EM B. Budol EM5 E. Campos EM3 C. Coleman EM 1). Oalion l( V Ilunn EMC T. X chb EM( A. Ramos 114 EM3 J. Fracasso EM3 T. Hkkey 1(3 T. Hinesley FN J. Daily FN J. Farrell-Stuart EMFN R. Faulkner ICFN J. Hardiman IC3 W. Knoble IC3 J. Martin IC3 F. Merill EM3 T. Moonlight EM3 R. Skillings EM3 F. Suinner IC3 R. Urmenita IC3 J. Varney EM3 W. VCeappa EM3 G. Wood ICFN S. Bishop ICFN D. Clayborn FN K. Clisby ICFN D. Conners FN J. Crowhurst 2 ICFN D Harril ICFN N. Johnson EMFN D. Langc FN M. Lundic 1( FN N. Noiofranco FN C. Price ICFN A. Romero FN R. Thomas FMFN ). Thornhill I( FN X. Turner FN R. Vioods UFA R. Aboyies UFA W. Bumgardntr FA E. Fspino a I( lA H M.ivwill FMFA K Kvil.er FR J. HLiMKin FR I) Humphrey FR s I ' o«ell FR M S!heeler KNS B. Peterson MMCM A. Sullivan MMC E. McKinney MM I R. Delgadillo MMl M. Frickson MMl O. Gunsolus MM2 R. Haworth MM3 M. Anderson MM3 R. Babin ' :m M MMJ S. Barrett MM3 J. Carter d i M MM 3 D. Dorgan MM3 P. Gallagher MM3 E. Gumapas MM3 C. Hall MM3 T. Howard MM3 E. Irwin 117 MM3 R. Kaistr MM} P. Millir MM3 Vf. Pascarella FN J. Martin FN S. McCabc FN J. Mummcrr MMFN (.. Wasik MMFA D. Clifford lA P. Hulmachcr FA A. jolin un FA A. Swopc MMFR I) (Hhs„n FK B. Henry 118 • .% MMl J. Adams MMl D. Dovel MMC G. Hall MM2 B. Odle MM2 M. Zander MM3 G. Calef MM3J. Devine MM3 P. Gonzales MM3 J. Heusing MM3 D. Jenkins MM3J. Miiiemiller MM3 K. Park MM3 G. Reuss MM3 R. Stephens MM3 V. Vinson MM3 L. Williams MMFN T. Barry FN K. Bourgeois MMl D. Laniohan MM2 E. Baulisia 119 MMFNJ. Drees FN R. Guilda MMFN P Hendrickson FN J. Jewell FN C. Murphy FN A. Ordune MMFN B. Poller MMFNJ. Rite MMFN A. Summers MMFN T. Ward FA J. C.havc? FA Ci. ( orona FA C. Daff FA W. Dyches FA M. Mdik. vKh MMFA J. MiOonald FA H. Parks MMFA T. Peiiv MMFA M. Prouiy FR M. Barih 120 mM . b MMl F. Gensheer MMC D. Booihe MMl A. Dia? MM2 D. DiBiasio MM2 E. Leibrock MM2 S. Mete MM3 D. Bartleti MM3 T. Briti MM3 S. Brown MM3 N. Corvington MM3 M. Frye MM3 W. Griffin MM3 G. Mullis MM3 D. Olson MM J J. Kummtl MMJ L. Williams MMFN P. Andirchuk MMFN A. Biikcy MMFN R. Cummins FN S. Erickson FN S. Flasher FN E. Gilbert FN S. Govan FN F. Mascari FN F. Neumayer MMFN R Palaci FN R Riilcr H 7U 122 FN W. Smith FN S. Theobald MMFN T. Tolan FN G. Weidenhoeft FN G. Wraspir MMFA G. Ballard MMFA R. Barnhardt FA K. Coleman FA D. Johnson MMFRJ. Brooks FR J. May FR R. Semple MMFRJ. Smith 123 Vv- k. MMl R. Antonio MM2 M. Black MM2 A. Galang MNH B. Barnil MM3 P. Bourque MM5 N. Ollado MMS T. Turk M H J. VX ' ashingion FN O. Caldiron MMFN J onway MMFN K. Kvaro 124 HTCM R. Samoyedny HTC J. Martinet HTl G. Fretheim HTl L. Hoeckelmann HTl J. Howard HTl G. Lavin HTl R. Wilbur HT2 S. Black inMn HT2 T. Gascon HT2 F. Morrison HT2 S. Scott HT2 K. Sreinhagen HT2 M. Vilmure ABF3 D. Bowersock 127 HT D. Brady MTi U. Burdick HT3 C Carptnicr HTJ R. Cyr HT3 J. Daniels HT3 N. Darby HT3 R. Dobhs HT? T. Dohbs HT3 T. Endahl HT3 J. (larrcic HT3 R. (irccnficld HT3 V. Hughes HT3 R. Hunt HT3 G. Jones HT3 M. Jordan HT3 W. Maxey HT3 D. Ostler HT3 G. Parker HT3J. Pedersen HT3J. Peters HT3 E. Rogers HT3 D. Schmill HT3 B. Sullivan HT3 G. Swanson 2 HTJ B. VCallis HT3 G. Want! HTFN J. Ballesieros FN M. Bratnbleti HTFN R. Crowder FN |. Oavis HTFN S. Delecampa FN M. Franken FN J. Gilhtri HTFN R. Gress FN M. l-onn HTFN M. Malok HTFN P. Simmons HTFN M. Ward FA P. Carley FA J. Chesnutt FA J. Davis FA R. Hayes FR G. Bickford FR F. Carroll HTFR M. Comer FRJ. Heath FRJ. Helms FR J. McGinnis l m FR P. Patterson FR K. Reynolds The mission of the Operations Department includes the plan- ning, scheduling and coordination of the ship and assigned air- craft. This includes the collection, evaluation, amplification and dissemination of combat and operational information required for the assigned tasks of the ship and designated aircraft. The Operations Department is also tasked with providing the services of air intelligence, meteorology, photography and electronic maintenance. CDR P.C. Hauert CDR L. Apple CDR R. While LCDR G. Iversen L( DR e. Lockwood LT U Fuller LTJ. Hampel LT T. Hitchcock LT R. Kelm LT S. Rose LTJCi K. Cook ENS T. Lctkc ENS R. Palumbo ENS W. Ropke o 1- LCDR M. Herkert YNl R. Gameng YNSA D. Bambridge YNSA M. Delavega OX Division is responsible for processing all departmental correspondence, messages, directives and reports. Formulates and controls the Oper- ations Department budget. 135 o CDR D. Rudolph AGC W. Linscoii AGl A. Hcnger AC;i X ' . Priic AG2 G. Burntii AG2 C. Cummins ()A Division is responsible for the colleclion, compilation and dissemination of appropriate weather data. AG2 P. Plunketl AG2 M. Williams AG3 S. Gibeau AG5 I. Struensee A(, M. Winters AGAN I. Barnes AGAN P. LeBeouf AGAN O. Price ACiAA A. Blocker AGAR .S. Bush SN M. Gellman i o c LT B. Fernald ACC F. Chappelle ACl M. Negovan jMjM ACl B. Vandiver ACl D. Warren AC2 J. Beasley OC Division is responsible for the direct control and safety of all aircraft operating within 50 nautical miles of the carrier - the equivalent of operating a civilian airport control tower. I 137 A(-AN (f. Kiioman ACAN K. Maune ACAN J. Sagcr AC AA I . Thompson o LTJG S. Taylor DSC K. Baker ETl K. Bailey ETC J. Hayes ETC J. Nunamaker OE Division is responsible for the readiness of all assigned electronic equipment through administration of electronics material maintenance, technical main- tenance and repair of most shipboard electronic equipment. DSl D. Digman ET2 R. Avelino ET2 G. Carmichael DS2 B. Cross DS2 C. Cross 1 M DS2 T. Durden ET2 S. Engel ET2 M. Engeri ET2 G. Gallia 1 Ejv H J.m ET2 J. Scull ET2 B. Tiltges DS2 D. Tolvivar ET2 K. Ward IC2 J, Wilson ET} E. Foster ET3 S. Gilheri ET} J. Snyder ETJ W. Welsh ET3 L. Wiedemann ETSN L. Carier ETSN W. Weaver ET3 F. Mayeux D.S3 B. Modugno ET3 H. OHaire ETd C. Palmer ET3 I. Goldstein ET} D. Holm ET} K. Howe SK} R. Lukerl ET} (i. Mason 140 o OI Division is responsible for the collec- tion, processing, evaluation, display and dissemination of pertinent tactical infor- mation to appropriate control stations and units. ENS M. Thornhill OSC J. Ott OSl W. Farmer OSl D. Liddle — P. OS2 W. Buckles OS2 C. Cassette OS2 D. Legg 052 K. Scott 053 C. Horton OS 3 T. Lloyd OS3 J. Mills y i 1 y OS3 J. Morgan OS3 B. Rybke OS3 R. Tennes OS3 A. Tirado OS3 J. Williams 141 OSSA W. Rushworth OSSA B. Spears OSSN D. Waldon OSSA S. Gomes OSSA C. Palczak CV« ' 02 C. Hayes PH( S T. Hanson PHC: C.Jackson I ' HA R. Compion l ' H H. MiQuilUn I ' H I) Rohrbj.h OP Division is responsible for processing and duplitatinj; all nionnaissanii ' pholoijra- phy, obtaining; motion picture, video and still coverage of all combat actions, accidents and public affairs events. I ' m T Terry PIIAN |. Birdwill I ' H. N D Brown iniAN ( ( ooper 144 PHAN D. Goodrum PHAN D. Hazard PHAN ). Kinky PHAN K. Kubii PHAN S. McKay 145 o s L( DR M. Morneau ( TCM R. Lunsford OS Division is responsible for providing cryptologic combal support lo the command and embarked staff, including Special Intelligence Communications, (Commu- nications Security and Oyplologic operations. (TRI n. (.rumbach ( TM- ' ) Hi li ( TA2 R. Klin ;cr 147 1 U A Hubntr h Si K M.insful l I U 11. Vanikhiy fc X 1 S McConi ;.)! FVtSN N. MiNuliy 148 o (h LTJ. Tweed OZ Division is responsible for the coordination of weapons employment through the gathering of intelligence against targets, briefing de-briefing of flight crews and arranging ordinance loadouts. DMl A. Lacno 151 F. Swezey 152 J. Bice IS2 R. Bolerjack IS2 G. Buda IS2 C. Peck IS2 A. Taylor 149 STRIKE OPS CDR R Kruhsa.k IT C. Wrih IS A. Kupct 150 The Supply Department has the responsibility of providing and accounting for materials and funds required to sustain the ship and embarked Air Wing in a state of maximum readiness. It also provides services which contribute to the comfort, welfare and morale of the crew. Utilizing a manpower of over 300 ship ' s company and Air Wing personnel, this department procures, re- ceives, stores, issues and accounts for 65,000 line items of general shipboard and aviation material, prepares and serves 11,000 meals daily, operates 5 ship ' s stores, 2 barbershops and a laundry dry cleaning tailor shop complex and operates the special data pro- cessing equipment required for inventory and financial reporting. At all times the Supply Department is aware of the impact its performance has on the command readiness and morale of the crew. Our motto: We Provide With Pride reflects this aware- Capt. R.D. Grant s A SK2 D. Collins SK2 R. Gilbert AK3 A. Cardwell AK3 G. Gonzales SK3 R. Harris 153 SK3 B. Rce ; SKSN D. Ciriffin SKSN W. Hasskr AN J. Hin.lriiks SKSN M. I ' riycr 154 , LT A. Frontiero S-2 Division is the large team of Mess Spe- cialists who prepare and serve meals to the enlisted members of the crew. With two gal- leys operating, fore and aft, during 18 hours each day, most crewmen are able to dine at any time their work load permits. - k9 I ■pre J MSl G. Amparo MSl B. Basilio MSI F. Biascan MSl J. Borja MSl W. Herrera MSl R. De La Cruz MSl R. Demesa MSl R. Dial MS2 H. Herrera MS2 T. lies 155 MS2 A. Jamias MS2 C. Man7€. MS2 D. Santos MS3 C. Evans MS5 R. Garcia M,S G. Harsey MS3 B. McClain MS3 R. Ocasio MS3 D. Pelen MS3J. Richardson MS3 M. Torre M.S3 J. Wilson MSSN A. Hargrove SN A. Johnson FN A. Labrador MSSR M. Michalic MSSR G. Murphy SR C. Wolfe MSSR B. Wesi SN (.. Lang SN F. Pierson MSSN D. Snodgrass MSSN (,. Trussell MSSN B. Yodir MSSN W. Horion SN M. Palacios MSSN M. Winter SR K. Anderson SRJ. Harris ■s - m fl ' . — . - ■ «Bi ' ' wv!fc 1 K. acAt _ . M m .- --- ■4 % M ' m r X i A kl .J m 1  1 njjrS Ea E3 E3 ED LTjr. G Lane SHCS r. Crees SHC J. (ajobt S-3 Division is manned by the Ship ' s Ser- vicemen who perform a muhitude of tasks in order to provide certain necessities and luxur- ies to the crew. Haircuts, clean clothes, tooth- paste, new uniforms, flower delivery and much more are made available by this divi- sion. aEaE3Ej ' i!J I I SHl L. Bcrnal SHI B. Brioncs SHl R. ( arliis SHl R. l)c(iu man SHJ R Brown SH2 A. Bf rromco SH2 E. C ayabyah SH2 A. Ferrer SH2 S. Ciuiierre SH2 C. Manluiac SH2 M. Silva SH2 1). Span SH5 n. Boy.) SH K. Killswarrior SHI T. Kourakis SH3 A. Paminiuan SH3 C. Vissman SHSN L. Causey SHSN B. Cuyno SHSN J. Donohue SHSN J. Flowers SHSN J. Loud SHSN J. Navarrette SHSN K. Ramage SHSN G. Rouser SHSA M. Binwjy SHSA F ( oopir SHSA S firiin SHSA P U, )-vs SHSA A. J..nt SHSA M. Miller SHSA tt ' . NunUy SHSA S. Pins SHSA T. )((iu )Mra SHSR S. VCickty s ENS J. Malgapo DKCS J. Chapman S-4 Division maintains pay and leave records on every crewmember, distributes bi-monthly pay- checks, processes travel claims and acts as the ship ' s bank. Hi™ DKl J. Caragan DKl C. Flores DKl N.Jose DKl E. Roldan DK2 E. Pierre 161 DK2 D. Rogers DK2 R. Undemood DKJ B Brown DK5 fc Burdios DK M Kloi J MM DKJ D. Sahel SN R. Campana DKSN G. Liban DKSN J. Smiih SN J. ( unanan miiM m !■ r, tir JDI I V ' W c v 1 1 ?r, 1 J X -- -r y _ ' b A 162 Jl S-5 Division operates the Officer ' s dining facility and lounge and maintains the habitability of some 250 officer ' s staterooms. MS2 S. Ration MS2 M. Porter MS2 H. Pyle MS2 M. Quar enski MS2 W. Rcmalty 163 MS2 L. Roufs MS3 H. Brinson MS5 G. ( olt-man MS5 R. Hayes MS3 D. Jung MSJ F. Ugc MS 5 T. Lawrtncc- MS) Vf. Ut MS) F. Naylor MS3 D. Nisonncr • 164 miM MS3 C. Rigel MSSN P. Boyd FN K. Grcerty MSSN B. Laferriere MSSA R. Canlas mmiM MSSR S. Oconnor MSSR M. Sprouse MSSA D. Sopata MSSA R. Stillings MSSA J. Summons MSSR C. Bean MSSR D. Giddiens 165 s Jo AKC B. Cabling AKl D. Siaky AK2 W. Almacen S-6 Division is the air wing ' s source of parts and supply actions. Included in this division is the rota- ble pool of aircraft line replaceable units, A.M.S.U. and the Awaiting Parts office. AK2 R. Payne- SK2 D. Vcrango AKJ J. OToolc AK} R. Sitrling AKAN S. Tipton 166 ENS D. Plumhoff DPC: M. Mallillin DSC P. Purtec S-7 Division maintains and operates a system of special data processing equipment. Information handled varies from funds and financing to payrolls and menu plans to analysis of operations. DPI G. Orpilla DPI F. Tupas DS2 D. Baluyol DP2 R. Diona DP2 D. Cammtll DS3 S. Diiimcr DP3 R Ciarrcii DP3 J, North DS3 K. Schlumber cr DPS K. Smiih 168 A DP3 J. Uribe DPSN G. Jaspcri DPSN B. Kish DPSN P. McClellan DPSN M. Moore DPSN M. Preston DPSN D. Woodruff DPSA T. Cutrubus DPSA E. Escobar DPSA D. Haaland s . ENS J. Hammond AKC W. Davis w 1 H Wt ' ■■■ H S-8 Division is the shipboard activities ' source of materials and is responsible for the storage and distribution of supplies brought onboard. SKI M. Alvarado SKI K. Kendall SKI J. Zeiss AK2 D. Haighi AK} W. Cowcll A K: S. HohHs AK1 I). Moore SKI P. Smiis AN M. Baum SKSN M. t.arroll 170 1 m F JL I A 1 A I H AAN L. Christenson AN J. Ciszewski AKAN R. Crawford AA T. Cubbage AR J. Fuccella SR A. Mclniosh AA R. Padilla SN D. Thorton SKSN R. Woods 171 s P) MSC D. Amagan ' w t I ' ' f M 1 1 ■ fj li V - S-9 Division operates the Chief Petty Officer ' s Mess and lounge area and maintains the habitahility of the CPO berthing spaces. M.S2 R. Bihay MS2 J. Delacru MS} R. Garcia MSSN S. Murphy 172 The primary mission of Weapons Department is to provide reliable ordnance for the arming of embarked aircraft. The secon- dary mission is to defend the ship from enemy attack. These missions are accomplished by using the combined talents of per- sonnel from the Aviation Ordnance, Gunner ' s Mate, Fire Control Technician Guns, Torpedoman, Yeoman and Storekeeper ratings. CDR T.A. Harrell IN f? LCOR G. Btnn L( DR H. Brockhoff LCDR M. New LTJG T. Liebcr ENS H. Somplasky The Weapons Admin Division is tasked with the maintenance of departmental records and files, the preparation and control of de- partmental directives and instructions and the Weapons Department reports. AOl W. Munz YN2 M. Staten YN3 R. Royds YNSN E. Williams A02 G. Goode N O c- c- A03 F. Geist A03 P. Lizardi Ordinance Control is responsible for the procurement, handling, stowage and issue of conventional munitions and components and the preparation of records and associ- ated reports. 175 o y ENS G. Hogut ACX: W. Ktidcl G-1 Division is responsible for the stowage, testing and transfer of conventional air launched weapons and the maintenance of as- sociated m agazines, spaces and equipment. AOl D. Brhnke AOl J. Shell AC)2 W. Crose m£k A02 M. Fii hugh A02 M. Jones A02 J. Mactioni A02 W. Parker A()2 S. Richlcr A()3 (. ' . Aguirre A03 K. Beasley A03 S. Brcjnay A03 T. ( osian o A03 S. Haag A03 D. Hardee A03J. Meehledcr 176 177 AN T. Miranda AN T. Paipt AOAN J. Parker AOAN M. Searcy AOAN T. Scilh AN L. Whiiing ;-- — f AOAN I) Wilson TM.SA ). Duffy TM.SA n. Mubcr jPm AA (i. Lan a S i AA J. Smith AK L. Lumpkin AR P. Murphv AR ( . Scdmn s AR A. Tranuinilla 178 G n G-2 Division is divided into two sections consisting of the Flight Deck Crew and the Hangar Deck Crew, responsible for the main- tenance of munitions handling equipment, and the safe and timely delivery of aviation ordinance to the embarked Air Wing. CW02 W. Harmon 180 G :b rW()2 D. Smith GMGC T. Harris G-3 Division is responsible for the maintenance of the ship ' s magazine sprinkler system, sensitive ordinance magazine, maintenance of the ship ' s ar- mory and all assigned small arms and the mainten- ance and operation of the ship ' s Phalanx close-in weapons system and the ship ' s saluting battery. TM2 C. Washington GMG3 D. Birdwell GMG3 J. Britiain :p|r E=a GMG3 F. Charon H HH| FTG3 T. Connelly H l FTG3J. Martin p r FTG3 W. Pensyl mk 181 AR S. Sicwari AR A. Wilkins 1 J LT H. Harris G A G-4 division is tasked with maintaining the material condition of operational readiness of weapons elevators throughout the ship and their safe and sure operation. AOl R. Webster A02 D. Mackenzie A02 E. Medina A02 D. Wilson EM3 E. Osseweyer A03 E. Parker A03 K. Mellon A03 L. Stevens EM3 V. Paczynski AN T. Carlson AN C. Postler 183 LTJG S. Sladon x - W Division is responsible for the maintenance, assembly and handling of special weap- ons and for the delivery of the weapons to the embarked air wing weapons crews. GMTC C. Johnson GMTl D. Blake GMTl P. Feean GMTl B. Pilger GMT2 R. Adams GMT2 M. Manas GMT3 E. Campbell GMT3 D. Collins GMT3 S. Craft GMT3 R. Lindsey GMT2 R. Nichlos SK2 E. Posis GMT2 D. Vannevele 185 N X CAPTJ. Nelson LT R. Blanco IST SGTJ. Turman GY SGT B. Hall _ , k y ' — The Marine Detachment is organized, trained and equipped to provide for oper- ations ashore, the internal security of the ship and to provide sentries, orderlies and guards for sensitive magazine areas. In addition, the Marine Detachment conducts the presenta- tion of honors at shipboard ceremonies. SGTJ. Collins CPL M. Degeest CPL J. Hill CPL D. Jacobs CPL C. Knighten CPL M. Knowhon CPL L. Milliman CPL C. McCormick CPL T. Osborne CPL G. Oconnell CPL R. Ourslcr rPL G. Rackley LCPL D. Babcock I.C PL R. Cecil l.( PL K. Coiarclo L( PL n. Cramion L( PLJ. Dilnado LCPL J. Farr 188 TW LCPL M. Hall LCPL M. Hallmark m r? LCPL E. Jaramillo LCPL J. Johnson LCPL B. Myrick 189 - :  -« S w - ' - L. Tv ' -eL Ll n k p mm .wfc4 1 K 1 9 r l ■ — r m, i£ !SH m 1 % ir 190 IKfll • 6 — r v X, W 1 B r ' 1 n D B R Vv l 1 K ' ' ' -m 1 PFC K. Bartolomei PFC R. Brown PFC J. Christensen 191 PFC J. r.ildca PFC M. Gonzales PFC B. Hassell PFC M. Midkiff PFC D. Randolph PFC I. Rico PR( M. VH jlker PFC K. Williams PFC H. Yarbrough ' } tT 192 LTJG J. Cronan PNl (DV) E. Rodgers Explosive Ordinance Disposal detachment is responsible for rendering safe, unexploded conventional ordinance, guided missiles and special weapons which may constitute a haz- ard to the ship. In addition, all diving oper- ations are supervised and conducted by the embarked EOD team. 193 194 c ' .s ' Carrier Air Wing Fourteen was established in July 1950 and was initially deployed aboard the USS Kearsarge to meet the increas- ing demands placed upon Naval Aviation by the Korean War. Since that maiden voyage, CVW-14 has been embarked in seven different aircraft carriers. Prior to being assigned as a member of USS Coral Sea ' s Fighting Team, CVW-14 deployed aboard the USS Enterprise; and conducted the last strike evolution of the Vietnam War, 27 Jan 1973. During World Cruise 83 , the USS Coral Sea CVW-14 Team has displayed a partnership which has set standards for professionalism and innovation. This operation- al and maintenance performance has been officially recognized in messages from Battle Group and F leet Commanders in both the Pacific and Atlantic. Outstanding aircraft availability and the lowest FOD rate in both fleets have allowed Air Wing Fourteen aircrews to fly over 12,500 mishap-free hours this cruise. This professionalsim and teamwork have been displayed worldwide. In the Northern Pacific, FLEETEX 83-1 was the largest single as- similation of seapower and airpower since World War II and took place in the Soviet Union ' s own backyard. In the Western Pacific, READEX 83. COPE THUNDER 83-6 and MERLION 83-2 dis- played our ability to operate with the armed forces of South Korea, the Philippines and Singapore. Exercise TRIDENTE 83 and dual carrier operations with USS Eisenhower in the eastern and central Mediterrean gave the team a chance to show the MED what a Mature Fighting Lady can do. As the cruise comes to an end, the men of Air Wing Fourteen find themselves in the unfamiliar waters of the Western Caribbean. In response to regional instability. Coral Sea and Air Wing Fourteen have once again been called upon to be in the forefront of the American presence. On behalf of VF-154, VF-21, VA-97, VA-27, VA-196, VAW-113 and HS-12, Captain Roy Cash, Jr., Commander Carrier Air Wing Fourteen, and his staff extend their appreciation to all the officers and men of the USS Coral Sea for their pride profes- sionalism and, above all, team work in once again proving FOR- TUNE FAVORS THE BOLD . CAG CAPT Roy Cash 196 CDR S. Briggs 3m ' . LCDR T. Conroy LCDR L. McGinn LCDR R. Taylor LCDR R. Yakley LT M. Cushing LT D. Holub LT W. Poole LT B. Stewart LT K. Wessel 197 iVl ' •5 f 198 FIGHTER SQUADRON ONE FIVE FOUR COMMANDING OFFICER CDR L. G. Pearson The mission of Fighter Squadron ONE FIVE FOUR is to inter- cept and destroy enetny aircraft in all weather conditions in order to establish and maintain air superiority within a designated area, and in addition, has the capability of conducting air to surface attack operations with conventional weapons. In 1943, Fighter Squadron ONE FIVE FOUR was commissioned and nicknamed the Black Knights . The history of the Black Knights is impres- sive and is intertwined with every major conflict in which the United States has been involved during the last 40 years. In February 1965, the Black Knights, flying the F-8 Crusader, launched their first strike against a North Vietnamese target, the start of eight and one-half months of intense combat operations. In November 1965, the Black Knights returned to NAS Miramar and began their transition to the F4B Phanton II. In November 1972, after six combat cruises, the Black Knights started their seventh cruise and participated in the last Navy combat missions of the Vietnam War. After a training turn-around period, VF-154 deployed again in May 1974, to the Western Pacific on their first peace time cruise in ten years. After a cruise with the USS Ranger in 1979, VF-154 deployed with USS Coral Sea in August 1981. The squadron completed a successful WESTPAC lO cruise with such accomplishments as 6 years - 20,000 accident free flying hours, 78 day line period in the Indian Ocean and the 300,000 arrested landing aboard USS Coral Sea. On 21 March 1983, the USS Coral Sea departed Alameda for the last time with VF-154 onboard. For the Black Knights it would be the last cruise with the trusty Phantom II. EXECUTIVE OFFICER CDR J. C. Bates SLACK KNIGHTS 199 LCDR R. Dargo LCDR D. Flyni LCDR G. Miller mbSmi m ' g V LCDR W. Reinhardi LCDR J. Wells LT A. Brugal LT D. Cuiis LT G. Erickson LT D. Harris LTJ. Vanlangen LT D. Lyon LT ( . Mosely LT K. Pugh LT T. Russell LT J. Schreiber LT W. Throne LT R. Weisbrook LTJG M. Deconnick LTJ(. ) Hiska.luros I.TJC, A. Frankcl LTJG J. Johnson LTJG M. Wolf LTJG W. Padgett LTJG N. Sullivan CW04 R. Jackson AFCM R. Wilson AMCS G. Edwards AMSC C. Blackburn AMSC A. Dennig AMEC W. Dupuy ADC J. Gallant ATC M. Rohr ADC J. White AOC A. Zonkel ATI D. Flores AMSl P. Fox AMEl M. Giddings ADl R. Lopez ADl B. McCIean AZl S. Meeds AMSl L, Offlee ATI T. Price AOI A. Ramirc AMHl F. Schoolcy A.MHl J, Sihiey ADI D. Simmer AEl D. Sims YNl C. Smith PRl R. Smith PNl G. Soriano AMS2 C. Barsii AMS2 MC. Bavtian AE2 R Bcathca AQ2 A. ( ahal YN2 «. Dorsn AQ2 D Kollick An2 S. Halfiil.l AD2 N. Joseph AT2 D. Kinn AZ2 r. Landon A02 D. Malabanan AE2 Mr. Mc( ain AMH2 J. Slone A02 R. White AD2 G. Williams AZ2 K. Wright AT3 D. Anderson AT3 K. Conn AT3 L. Gomez AD3 B. Gossett AME3 R. Griffin AZ3 R. Hall A03 P. Hampiun AMS) R. Harmcling AQ} S. Hoag AMH? V.Jacobs AE3 U Labcr AD.3 A. Losoya AMEi J. Mears PNJ R. Mcrcado A()3 D. Neumann AT3 G. ONeiU AMF3 R Phinln y AMIMJ I ' nard AMS3 R. Pukirt AEi M Poc AME3 M. Randolph AOJ K. Rmi AE3 W. Rohinson A03 S. Sidilko AT3 R. Smiih AK3 R. Sterling AT3 K. Tarrant AME3 S. Veinoi ATAN J. Brewington AMEAN D. Buchanan AMEAN D. Cameron ADAN M. Delletorri AN J. Diaz AN D. Elizalde ATAN H. Farrell ADAN P. Finn ADAN J. Fuller AEAN D. Gaines AN G. Harvey AQAN R. Hila AEAN K.Joyce AN T. Lafferty AOAN R. Lemmon AEAN A. Markham SN J. Martin AMMAN T. McNabb AN R. Meier ADAN T. Mitchell AOAN T. Postharseky AN M. Polli7zc AOAN R. Shrodcs AMSAN R. Williams AEAN T. Wiiucki PNSN R. Wood AMSAA K. ( anoni ado AA M. Han AA A, Kilhury Af)AA T. Murray AR A. A usrin AR J. Allshc.use AR A. Au uNti SR A Dia AK K. Fills AR R. I.eamons AR I) Mays AR M. Ongsvico COMMANDING OFFICER CDR R. Boennighausen The FREELANCERS of Fighter Squadron Twenty-One were originally formed 1 March 1944 at NAS Atlantic City, NJ as Fighter Squadron Eighty-One. Flying the F-6F Hellcat, the squadron won fame in the Pacific with strikes in Manila Bay, Hong Kong, Okinawa, Iwo Jima and the first carrier strike against Tokyo Bay. The command was redesignated in May 1945 as VF-13A, then VF-131A, VF-64 and finally on 1 July 1959, VF-21. Since 1944 the FREELANCERS have flown ten different fighter aircraft, from the prop driven Hellcat to the multimission jet, the F-4, and been based aboard 11 different aircraft carriers. In recent years the squadron has enjoyed several firsts and been awarded many squadron awards in- cluding achieving the first MIG kills of the Vietnam War, being the first to launch an AIM-7 Sparrow missile from a fleet AWG- lOA radar system, first fleet squadron to fly the F-4S and recent winners of the CNO Safety S and COMNAVAIRPAC Battle E . In the fast paced world of the Navy ' s carrier airwing, change is a constant companion. Later this year, VF-21 will make yet another transition from the oldest operational fight- ers in the Navy to the newest F-14 TOMCATS. FIGHTER SQUADRON TWENTY ONE EXECUTIVE OFFICER CDR G. Southgate FREEMNCER 207 L( DR (). Crouch L OK ( . Drake L( DR D. Hayes L( DR M. Jones LCDR F. Koch LCDR D. Nichols LT R. Adamson LT D. Armstrong I-T R oilier 7 LT . . Hissem I.T M. Jelinek 208 LT D. Johnson LT R. Mahon LTJG J. McCormack LTJG S. Tobia CW02 G. Leffel LT R. McKee LT G. Nichols LT G. Pabsi LT S. Sheely LT W. Tillerson LTJG B. Adams 209 LTJG O. Alexander LTJG D. Batemaa AFCM G. MTh.iaker ATCS L. Free AQCSJ. Howiu A ECS L. McKay AMSC S. Ripple AQC R. Barren ADC H. Carlisle AMEC D. Cashmore AD(] A. Castro ., V - AMHCJ. Cerillo AEC L. Goodwin ADC F. McGill AOC J. Timmons 210 AKl F. Abalos ADl D. Allen AKl V. Almacen AEl H. Bales AOl D. Berry ATI G. Black AMEl J. Campbell ATI G. Canirell ADl R. Cerwinski AMSl G. Cruz ADl E. Gamat AMHl J. Glenn AEl M. Harrington 211 AOl P. Humphrey PRl D. Jooes NCl R. Keicham AOl R. Palmer AZl E. Paraiso MSl C. Ramos AMSl B. Ronquillo ADl R. Staples AEl C. Weimore PNl C. Young AE2 A. Bailey AMH2J. Briscoe AK2 R. C;hiang AT2 M. Collins AK2 B. ( uHol AM.S2 W. Dallas 212 V ' l ' '  1H mmr r f W L ■ j ' ' ' 3m «a jr - 1 r i V ' ■■ ' -■ AT2 S. Dobie AD2 M. Ebanks AE2 J. Feldmann AMH2 E. FOOTE PN2 P. Forte AMH2 M. Herbert AQ2 B. Henderson AZ2 F. Hidalgo AT2 S. Hodgen AQ2 P. Mastroianni AQ2 B. McGrath AD2 E. Medriano A02 J. Merrell AMH2 J. Moritz AMH2 T. Plemons DK2 S. Pniit 213 AT2 P. Reagan r MS2 E. Rowe AME2 D. Russell AT2 M. Schwinden A02 S. Sciffc AD2 R. Sigua AMH2 M. Todd AMS2 R. Kuo AQ2 R. Venabic AMm n. Anderson AQ5 M. Asp AME3 D. Banzon g g A02 R. Slaughter AQ2 J. Smith AQ2 S. Spreen HM2 L. Stone 214 AMS3 D. Bauserman AMH3 R. Becerra AMH3 R. Bradford 215 AMS) M. Follmaib AMH} C. Groetkeo AMS3 D. Harris 216 AQ3 R. Meredith AF3 D. Miller AMH3 D. Miller ATAN T. Bnimfield AEAN R. C.imarillo AEAN T. Dercole ADAN D. Dobson AEAN D. Downing AN J. Edwards AN D. Ewald AN S. Faber ATAN R, Ferland AN W. Ferrira AN G. Gardner AOAN R. GiUeii AOAN J. Haack AMHAN N. Hernandez PRAN J. Hobraih AIMN T.Jackson AOAN W. Jurkowski AMSAN L. Lapoini AMSAN D. Lockcii AN I). MtGinlcy ADAN D. Monon -■•18 AN A. Newton AZAN K. Pitlick PNSN R. Plumpton ADAN M. Posi MSSN R. Prouty ADAN L. Scon AEAN M. Seaman AEAN J. Smith AMMAN C. Sucoe AZAN K. Thomas ADAN H. Tuggle YNSN G. Ward AEAN K. Ward ADAN T. Watson AKAN P. Wilson AQAN D. Woody AOAA T. Allen AMSAA C. Coleman AA G. Eagle AMEAA W. Jenner AMEAA Q. Johnson 3 r TW AOAA C. Kliphan AMEAA W. Lee AMEAA T. Marx AA R. Pierce AMEAA D. Read PNSA S. Sims SA A. Thompson AOAA F. Valle AA J. Wenderski AR D. Dickerson AR K. Gustafson SR J. Hargrove AR J. Horesky AR S. Jansma AR R. Kuntz AR K. Lloyi) AR J. I.opreMi AR J. MiNew SR N. Palisoul AK J Penesso AK P. Vaihcik 220 COMMANDING OFFICER CDR T.L. McClelland Commissioned in June 1967 to fly A-7A Corsair II light attack aircraft. Squadron Ninety-Seven is attached to Carrier Air Wing Fourteen aboard the USS Coral Sea and deploys from NAS Lemoore, California. VA-97, nicknamed the War- hawks , consists of more than 265 enlisted men, 21 officers and 10 A-7E aircraft. The squadron has made nine Westpac deploy- ments, the first two were war-time cruises aboard the USS Constellation. The next five, two of which also dealt with strikes against North Vietnam, were aboard the nuclear carrier Enterprise. The last two were aboard the USS Coral Sea. During the four war-time cruises, VA-97 pilots flew against heavily defended targets in North Vietnam. For their first deployment aboard the Coral Sea, the Warhawks spent most of the cruise on Camel Station , including a period of 102 days at sea in support of the government ' s effort to extract U.S. hos- tages in Iran. The Warhawks transitioned to A-7E Corsair II ' s in 1970. As of June 1983, the squadron has achieved over 3.5 years and 15,000 hours of accident-free flying. VA-97 honors include two ComNavAirPac Battle Efficiency E s, three CNO Aviation Safety awards, the Admiral Clarence Wade McClus- key award and all major CVW-14 end of cruise awards for the last deployment. ATTACK SQUADRON NINE SEVEN EXECUTIVE OFFICER CDR N.L. Westerbuhr «2- - _— --- 221 A ECS J. Coyle ATCS V. Jesse AMCS D. McLaury AQCS G. Stanley ADC A. Arevalo AMSC B. Beardslee ATC J. Forman AEC R. Maline YNCJ. Munoz ATC R. Robillard ■n B I W f. I w . I w « w n Ik .F w li ■k... H- ' LT R. Siewan LT R. Thompson LT R. Vaughi LT S. Ware LTJG C. Huber LTJG R. Sanor LTJG J. Zeiler CW02 C. Williamson AOCM J. Kershisnik AOCS W. Billman AKC A. Torres ADC J. Williams A EC T. Young AQl H. Ayres AMHl A. Capili AMH2 R. Davis AQ2 B. Ellrich A02 D. Felton AZ2 S. Lovett AO2 M. Mankinen AQ2 R. Marvin DK2 J. Oldfaiher AQ2 G. Parlier AO2 R. Rutledge A02 W. Scoggin p . AMH2 J. Sierra AT2 R. Stafford AT2 T. Siidham AMH2 F. Smith A02 T. Smith AQ2 C. Sweet MS2 S. Taylor AME2 C. Todd AME2 (-. ' ounger AT3 F. Acosta AMS3 C. Keffcr AMH3 G. McCurdy AMH} R. Mercin AD3 C. Mills AMEJJ. Morrill T AN S. Bradberry AN |. Briwcr AOAN R. Burrows AN R ( ar a|al AN ) Davis AR O Farasc AR D Fryer AR S. Humphreys AR C. Rallbacca COMMANDING OFFICER CDRJ. Hart Their history is one of action. Since their commission in 1967, they have been on ten cruises, five which were combat cruises in the Vietnam Conflict. They have sailed aboard CON- STELLATION, ENTERPRISE and San Francisco ' s Own CORAL SEA and always with CVW-14. Their mission: to con- duct coordinated air strikes and airborne operations in support of other forces; to maintain the security of the sea lanes; to conduct anti-ship and anti-submarine operations; to conduct airborne anti-air operations; to provide day and night aerial refueling services in support of air strikes and other fixed wing operations; to conduct offensive and defensive mine laying operations; to conduct surveillance, reconnaissance and intelli- gence collection. Their symbol; a hand held mace with sky and cloud background. Its history; the earliest maces were hand held weapons designed to pierce heavy armour. Through their use by Royal Bodyguards in the fourteenth and fifteenth centur- ies, they came to symbolize authority. In the sixteenth century the mace became a symbol of law and order widely used by cities of Western Europe. This design symbolically depicts the power and responsibility that this squadron carries in its role as a strike component in the Navy. In flight they are called CHARGER .. Their motto: LEAD, FOLLOW, OR GET OUT OF THE WAY. They are ATTACK SQUADRON TWENTY SEVEN - THE ROYAL MACES. ATTACK SQUADRON TWO SEVEN EXECUTIVE OFFICER CDR H. Connell 1 fti CXfi 231 LCDR J. Bussev L DR P. Mills 1( DR (,. Murchison ( DR J. Viager r M. (-arriker 232 ENS S. Wcavir AVCM D. Lowa AMEC R. Rcilly AMCS J. Orth ADC; P. Borges ADC T. Connolly AMHC S. Duncan PRC J. Hult7 AMHC H. Lee AMSC M. Moon AZC M. Sherman AEC E. Smith ATC R. Weber AOl J. Allison AOl M. Brewer AEl R. Duggins ATI H. Fournier AKl R. Guerrero AMSl J. Henningfeld AMSl J. Herring AEl M. Hobbs AOl N. Leonard AZl N. Martinez AOl H. Moorer AMHl J. Moorison 233 iMim AMSl J. Myrick AQl P. Olson AEl S. Osiler AKl L. Pamjntuan NCl Vl. Rogers AUl K. Smyih AKl B. Weacherbce AOl J. Weilbrenncr AQl D. Williams AT2 M. Brown PR2 P. ( avaltanic AME2 R. Cheseldini- AT2 f . Collier AD2 W. Connclley AMH2 M. C.osiilU PR2 W. Fulgham AE2 P. Gonia AD2 R. Hunler PN2 V.Johnson AQ2 K. I.arkin AT2 J. Lawrence AMS2 S. Lewis AQ2 J. Lucas AZ2 G. Matihess AD2 S. McGlown AQ2 R. Milchell AQ2 A. Moore AD2 K. Ncy YN2 J. Parks AME2 T. Prestidge AMS2 J. Richardson A02 W. Bolin AMH2 T. Sample AME2 J. Sanderson A02 H. Stroiher AMH2 A. Trevino AMS3 T. Baxendale A03 W. Bohanan AD3 K. Burke AD3 J. Bush AK3 C. Carmelo AK3 D. Carbonel AE3 R. Carr A03 M. Davis A03 M. Deal WW AE3 I- Druckman AO: J. Dunlap AZ3 G. Elenbaas AE3 R. Ellioii AT A. (rider AT5 R. Green A05 J. Goodson AMHJJ. Kaukola AE3 J. Lacasse AE3 R. Laughlin A()3 R. Mellon AE3 L. Pee yhou5e AMS3 P. Peiiii AMS3 R. Pasada AT3 E. Robbins w AME3 R. Rowan AT3 N. Schueiz AMS3 M. Sicgel AZ3 M. Smario AMH3 F. VillanueNa dmam 236 PR 3 J. Waugh AK3 W. Williams AT3 J. Young ATAN K. Allen AKAN A. Arcamo ADAN K. Booker AQAN H. Brown AQAN N. Clossev ATAN M. Ford AN R. Flanncry AN W. Herbert AMSAN T. Hickman AN J. Hursey AN G. King ADAN D. Langford ADAN J. Lavingcr AN G. Muder ADAN T. Nimon AMSAN M. Piano ATAN N. Ramirez ADAN J. Rose AEAN J. Scholl ADAN D. Seiilc ADAN B. Tail ATAN T. Woods 237 PRAA J. Bercey AMSAA D. Bruce SA M. Culley AA S. Curlier AMHAA S. Dolan g 4 r- . - ■ ■. g-M. dm mm AMEAA L. Fra ier AMSAA D. Garreit AQAA R. Haley AA G. Harmon AMEAA R. Jacques YNSA K. Kuhn AA D. Lykjns AN P. Mariin AMHAA S. McLeroy SA M. Medina AEAA J. Noffsinger PNSN G. Panos AA M. Ponc och AA K. Shaffer AEAA ( . Sluss A A J, Thomas AA J. While AR M. Dennis AR J. Doran AZAA R. Finch 238 COMMANDING OFFICER CDR K. Pyle Attack Squadron ONE NINE SIX is known as the Main Battery and the squadron tactical call sign is Milestone . As the only medium attack squadron in CVW-14, the primary mission is day night all weather attack; the squadron flys ten Grumman A- 6E Intruder aircraft to accomplish this attack role. The Squad- ron ' s secondary mission is the support of airwing operations with airborne refueling; five KA-6D tankers are used to accomplish this very important task. The squadron is composed of 38 officers and 262 enlisted personnel with a wide assortment of rates and specialities needed to fly and maintain these complex aircraft. The A-6E is the only carrier attack aircraft in the world with a true all weather capability. The Milestone aircrews can launch from USS Coral Sea, fly a long range low level route through mountainous terrain, strike a target and return to the ship without reference outside the cockpit. The high resolution radar, sophisticated com- puter inertial navigation system and crew concept of the A-6 enable the Main Battery to strike any target, any time, any weath- er, day or night. VA-196 recently won the RADM C. WADE McCLUSKY Award for 1982. This is an annual award presented to the best attack squadron in the Navy. Other major awards include two consecutive victories in the annual West Coast Intrud- er Bombing Derby, two consecutive victories in the CVW-14 Fallon Bombing Derby and grades of OUTSTANDING in all major inspections. ATTACK SQUADRON ONE NINE SIX EXECUTIVE OFFICER CDR H. Jupin 239 LC DR C. Carlson L( DR G. Clark I( HR T. Daugheriy L( DR R. Oodd L( DR R. Jacobs U.DR J. McKenzie L( DR T. Smiih L DR J. U tndling LT D. Anderson LT T. AndcTson LT i. ( much LT S. Cunis LT B. Frwin LT R. Htndrix 240 LT R. Isacson LT A. Johnson LT P. Rodgers LT D. Sifford LT K. Swanson LT D. Ussery LTJGJ. Ackley LTJG F. Cordell LTJG P. Hcaly LTJG B. Kuether LTJG R. Lariviere LTJG M. McGowan ENS P. Daniels ENS D. Wilier LT B. Larson LTJ. McClean 241 AFCM D. Swaeosh A ECS E. Drole( AMSCJ. Alien 5 Wt k V H i ni k jpflS ■ C « t Q fi ' ' x M 1 y fl 1 Ws jUjH M H AOl K Si.ihiis Ayi p. .Siullcr ADl M. Tan DKl K Tolenlini) AM EC S. Dangel A2.C D. Fosnau h A(K; G. Hartley AMHC G. Howes ADC W. Lord AD( M. Mooncy ATC R. Qubrc AMHl P. Basso PRl M. Bruno AMHl N. (,alang ADl L. Mallari ATI M. McCioskcy AMHl I Moon AQl S. Olncy AMHl J. Sanios 141 i ' ' ' - ' If ' AD2 R. Bell AD2 M. C:arcy AME2 J. Colis AQ2J. Davis AQ2 D. Delacruz AQ2 C. Garrison AQ2 M. Kennicutt MS2 C. Lohner AMS2 D. Mehsling AT2 E. Meih AD2 R. Sanders AT2 R. Sarns AK2 O. Sendaydiego AE2 B. Speight A02 L. Sumner AT2 B. Thiele A02 T. Uiion AMS2 O, White AME2 K. Woblick AQ2 W. Woodard AQ2 S. Wright 243 AMS2 B. Adams AMH2 M. Allen AT3 J. Amadio A03 M. Arrick Pk AMHJ A. Byrd AMSJ U. Caldwell AMHJ J. Carroll A03 R. Clark AD3 n. Coppts AT} A. ( ulp AT3 G. Davidson A()3 T. Gardner ami;} (j. Hathaway AQ5 D. Hcryford A03 D. Irwin AMH3 E. Longmire AME3 A. McKinney AQ3 J. Mills MS3 B. Murray PR3 W. OConnell AME3 H. Ortega AT3 P. Parker AD3 D. Rarig AMS3 D. Richardson ■H I 1 f ' mKf ' - ' 9 AD3 E. Rogers • m AME3 R. Sylestine H ' B3BI iSCl i ■ ■■| L nllB  aj iAjlJ J [ C w • ' ' —-• H «■«■■■£ ■ AME3J. Washingcon riHH n AE3 S. Williamson ir ■ 1 - ■ r tfH 1 245 AN D. Booihc ATAN D. Brani ATAN A. Brc«cr YNSN K. ( ampbcll AQAN D. Clark AN S. Cobb AZAN K. Conqutsi AN L. Fieldv AN S. FIvnn AN S. Konovalott AN |. Krauvf AN |. MtKnif;hi AN A. KrM.r.1 AZAN J. Siod rs P ' 246 ADAN M. Soura AN M. Siewari ATAN E. Websier AMSAA R. Amzycki A A R. Carmon im3BI AMHAA K. Flowers ' ' - AA R. Hunter AA C. Kanable AMEAA M. Klavinger AA R. McKim AQAA W. Mitchell AMHAA D. Preiser AZAA C. Ruiz K sSffli SSZS H v f H 4nr ' ' ' j| Jg |H|| jgjfc S Jmm irmwlf KhHI AZAA H. Scheg AMSAA G. St. John AA R. Thomas ATAA B. Tipsword AEAR D. Pitman AZAR K. Truman 247 AIRBORNE EARLY WARNING SQUADRON ONE-ONE-THREE COMMANDING OFFICER CDR T. Chiprany Only one aircraft in Carrier Airwing Fourteen can play an inretral part in every mission flown from the deck of the USS Coral Sea. That aircraft is the Black Eagles ' multi-mission capable E-2B Hawkeye, with its sophisticated radar and elec- tronic surveillance systems enhanced hy high speed digital processing and displays. Our E-2B acts as an airborne com- mand and control center for our Carrier Battle Cjroup. The five man crev ' searches the skies and oceans for contacts far in excess of the range of shipboard sensors. While airborne, the missions of the E-2 include, directing fighters toward unidenti- fied or hostile aircraft, providing coordination and vectors for bombing strikes, controlling aircraft in their search for surface contacts, organizing search and rescue missions, providing airborne early warning to the Battle Ciroup and acting as a communications relay platform. Predawn launches of the E-2 often occur while most of the carrier still sleeps. Before reveil- le sounds, the Hawkeye will be on station, a position carefully chosen to maximize the search capabilities of the E-2B ' s air- borne radar system. If an unidentified air contact approaches the Battle Ciroup, a call from the airbor ne E-2 generates the immediate launch of F-4 Phantom fighters, who streak to de- fensive positions or are vectored by the Hawkeye to intercept the intruder. As one E-2 lands, another has already launched to relieve it. It is impossible to imagine a more difficult environ- ment for such a sophisticated piece of equipment. The supply of parts, tools and technical assistance starts thousands of miles away and yet the requirement for maximum system capaciliiy is at its peak aboard the deployed carrier. The success or failure of most Battle Group evolutions hinge on the performance of the E-2B Hawkeye. This monumental task calls for profession- alism, expertise and dedication to an important mission. The key to fulfilling our mission is the 16 ) men who make-up the Black Eagle of VAW-113. EXECUTIVE OFFICER CDR C. Place LCDR R. Bender LCDR C. Brietigam LCDR J. Porter LCDR W. Sanders LCDR V. Schaffer iSk LCDR P. Sheehy LCDR D. Tomasuski LCDR W. Vance LT R. Ballou LT K. Buriner LT R. Clingenpeel LT R. Lasota 2S0 ATI D. Graham AKl R. ( onnally AEl H. Mahone AMHl C Asuncion AMSl G. Bella 251 AZ2 A. Abelida AT2 G. Anderson PN2 A. Beaslcy AT2 J. Buck AT2J. Buzzcll 252 AME3 P. Pamilton AE3 J. Rains AMH3 D. Roach AZ3 J. Tallon AT3 J. Terry 253 ATAN M. Paqueiic AN 1) Kindts AMSAN M. Traiano ADAN D. Uacli- AMSAN I.. ZilliT 254 AMHAA B. Beaudoin AA A. Bernabe AMSAA S. Gutierrez AA A. Hudson AA P. Lawrence COMMANDING OFFICER CDRJ. Ellington HS-12, comniissioncd in July 19 ' ' , was the first helicopter squadron to be equipped w ith the .SH-5H model Sikorsky helicopter. HS-12 has recently re- ceived TA( NAV compuieri ed navigation system configured SH-3H helicopters. In 1977, HS-12 placed two detachments onboard USS Paul E. Fos- ter (Dn-964) to conduct SH-3H i:)D-96.3 class operational interface evaluations. During the first half of 19 ' «, HS-12 embarked a detachment on USS CORAL SFA to provide plane guard and logistics support. This detachment accomplished the squad- ron ' s first two rescues of downed aviators. In July 1978, HS-12 became a component of Carrier Air Wing ELEVEN and in early 19 ' ' 9, squadron person- nel and helicopters were embarked on USS Amer- ica in Norfolk, Virginia for a Mediterranean de- ployment. The deployment as highlighted by over 2,()()() hours of accident free flying and ihe rescues of three downed airtrewmen. In 19H1. HS-12 com- pleted a successful Indian Ocean deployment on USS America. During this ileploymeni the squad- ron rescued 15 aircrew men. In March 19H3, HS-12 deployed aboard the USS CORAL SEA with CVW- 1-1. for her XX ' orld Cruise. EXECUTIVE OFFICER CDR W. Roop c VVYVERN? 256 mmiM LCDR R. Bush LCDR M. McCarthy LCDR J. Messervy LCDR A. Saunders LfDR P, Stevens LT W. Anderson LT T. Davison LT G. Franzen LT W. Lawler LT H. Lichlenstern LTJ. Shugars LT D. Wilkey LTJG L. Gilham LTJG J. Johnson LTLG G. Lachenmayer LTJG M. Leper LTJG D. Sheldon LTJG J. Stanton ENS D. Armsirone !A j-O- B14 NAVY . .sMi ««.4a( AIK J. I.cifil.l AT( C. Maybcrg AD( R. Paige AMHC F Sipc AM.S( H. TaUvcra AKl A. Aquisap ADl C. Bullock ADl A. Carmona YNl N. Castillo ADl C. Elano AWl D. Frenz AEl S. Guesi AMSl J. Hardmon ADl D. Hopkins AOl P. Mershon Afc 2 p. (.onovtr AM.S2 D. Dooley AW2 I). Goodman AM12 H. f.ordon AMS2 U. Graham AW2 G. Hirnandc? AD2J. House YN2 G.Jones AW2J. Kinscr AV( ' 2 M. Klausmeicr AW2 N. I.anj; AW2 T. I.a son AW2 M. OKcifi- Al)2 M. I ' ciin AI)2 K. Ridcnour AK2 G. Robinson AW2 C. Scalone AW2 W. Shoop AE2 M. Smith AMH2 F. Soriano AD2 L. Stevens A02 R. Suarez AE2 E. Sudendorf AT2 J. Villalon AE2 M. West AW2 D. Wratchford A03 M. Bell AX3 W. Carmean AD3 P. Colburn AD3 R. Corona 261 PR 3 T. Dewev AW3 V. Drummond ATJ E. Farran A03 R. Garber AMHJ B. Guilford AMH3 M. Hamilion ADS E. Hayncs AD3 R. Kicfcr AD3 G. Knighi AW3 C. Luhchcnko AMUS M Mahii AMH3 A. Marline AMS3 A. Ma aricgo AX3 f McLean AU3 W. Mitchell AMSi D. Morlan AMH3 G. Myers AE3 D. Palmer AE3 G. Pauley AT} D. Rapp AD3 M. Relenic AW3 M. Ring HM3 R. Taylor AD3 D. Ward AXAN G. Bachman ATAN D. Deanda PNSN P. DesauieU AKAN T. Foreman ADAN D Gardner ADAN M. Hardv Att AN S. Kce AM AN D. Kubic AEANJ. Lemon AN L. Leraj VDAN E. MacMurray ADAN J Min|arc7 AU ' AN L. Monk AEAN M. Rayburn VNSN C. Robinson AWAN D. Rocco AN R. Sale AVTAN S. Scucr AZAN D. Spach AN T. Thibauli AN J. Torres AEAN C. Walton AEANJ. Whalcn AN J Winn luhS ; - ' . ' -O AA K. Marshall AA K. Momsen AA V. Walters AA J. Webster AR G. Hacker AR M. Hauer AR R. Hinkle AR J. Krohn AR M. Plowman SA B. Sheppard OUR MISSION 266 IS TO FLY! ccy c ty JkfK -.i c ' ? i ■ I II iiff;r-i II iiih 1 ; 1 ■ ■ iiih 1 1I 1 ICI es:a COMCARGRU ONE RADM Paul F. McC arthy Jr. 270 ■ y r ' -a-i CDR Saulnier, CAPT Geeding, LCDR Fitzpatrick, LCDR Daniels, CW04 Dorsha CDR Felps, IS2 Dorsey, LCDR Siiz ETC Kiliz, BMl Siinson, CW04 Dor sha, DKC Corpuz RMl Balinghasay, RM3 Speicher, RMC White, RM3 Baker, RMl Sykes YN3 Erdell, YN2 Montoya, LCDR RussejL YNCM Allchin, YNl Stephens. PNl Obedoza, YN3 Pedro From- MSI Salcedo, MSSN Mercier, MSl Evangelista, MS3 Lawrence Rear- MS2 Lockhart, LCDR RusseU, MSSN Gardner, MSSA Rodgers 271 COMCARGRU 4 RADM K.E. Moranville 272 FM Vm K mn ms ■ z i t E 3l RM2 A. Cali 1 YN2 J. Grimes KM 2 C. Weaver QM2 S. Wroten RMl M Ischar OS3 K. Thompsdn BMSN |. F nii.i 274 A ' nP si V W iV c Our Adventure - a circumnavigation of the world - in the footsteps of Magellan and Drake - began on 21 March 1983. With many unknowns ahead of us, we bravely set off for the cold regions of the Northern Pacific to join with Enterprise and Mid- way for a complex exercise. After another exercise off Korea and a port call in Pusan, we headed off for a short stop in Subic Bay. After departing the Philippines we dared the Domain of Neptunus Rex to initiate our lowly Polywogs before a well deserved rest in Singapore. While steaming through the Indian Ocean, we met the marvel of the age, the Vinson, and came away victorious. Through the historic Suez Canal and into the Mediterranean we sailed. With a brief stop in Augusta Bay for sprucing up, we headed for the international excitement of Cannes, France. Later, with an- other victory under out belts from the Ike, we dropped anchor in Naples for maintenance of the ship and crew. Underway again, we made a feint to the east, then headed for Rota to load stores and proceeded into the Atlantic. Upon completing an exercise off Central America we finally sailed to homewaters and the Wel- come so richly deserved by men coming home from the sea . . . ot ! 18-20 March 1983 It was a long, cold and wet weekend of loading aircraft n NORPAC II was the larf cst Allied fleet, composed of U.S. Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard and Cana- dian Navy, to operate in the area since World Xar II. ( arri- ers Coral Sea, Midway and Hn- terprise formed the nucleus of (he 300 aircraft and 40 ships training within 200 miles of the Soviety Union. COLD! It was a test of stamina and fortitude for all hands. We ran into 16 foot seas, 31 degree temperatures, 40 knots of wind across our deck, which put the temperatures down to -4 de- grees. The slate gray seas were not much warmer at 35 de- grees. ' .. .. WAYS TO RELAX VARY WITH THE MEN . -• ' i CORAL SEA VS VINSON From a lonj; and famous history The ( oral Sea has sailed lo every sea U ' iih expansion joints and coils of three She boasts a heritage that ' s error free No la);ior saving devices for her gobs. She relies on REAL MEN to do the jobs. Be it time of peace or time of war, Serving on her makes Our Hearts Soar . With the oldest planes and gear around, 43 and 14 make a team most sound. All together with support and fighting ships. The Battle Group works without silicon chips. TTie marvels and wizardry of boxes of black. Has shown us something that we do not lack. And combined with our loyal ComCarCiru ONE We went to battle with the infamous TKON . Working our track and steaming as planned, We turned the corner towards the battle land. A great, furious battle it was to be Between DAVID and GOLIATH on the high sea. Massing our planes together at night CAG 14 struck Uncle Carl before first light. Flying low with Harpoons poised for attack We found Uncle Carl with her planes in the pack. A cry of foul was Carl ' s claim, A wimper about the clock and start of game. You can compare this to baseball if you like. For the umpire said we threw the first strike. As you sail East to the Land of Honey, And we sail West to spend more money. Remember the thrust of the true lesson learned: WHEN YOU FIGHT AN OLD PRO YOU ARE SURE TO GET BURNED. . SUEZ CATSIAt-- 9 ' x ' u f ' . . r= «=rt ?!P ' CORAt SEA VS IKE WE MUST HAVE WON- THEY PAID THEIR TRIBUTE! y lj0 i ' .. CARIBBEAN BATTLE GROUP AND THE WINNER IS For Outstanding A-6 Squadron and bombing proficiency - VA- 196 receives the Battle E ant the C. Wade McClusky Award. For best Medical Department - the big Blue M goes to our own (]V-43 Sick Bay. ■ For best performance record in Damage (Control Readiness and Casualty Control procedures - the Re l D( is bestowed on CV-l3 ' s Damage (onirol orgaiii aiion. For the best propulsion plant in the fleet - the coveted Red E goes to C ' oral Sea ' s hard-charging Engineering Department. 286 V I ADM Foley CINCPAC Fit Commodore Kim JIJ AJK Gen Masterson 1 H Hl P VBw USCINCAFSO H :. UnHflj Commander-Air Force K ' l B B v Col W. Lopez Honduras Col J. Bostillo El Salvador M g Belize PM G. Price VADM Smith COMNAVAIRLANT ACCM Smith MCPOF COM2NDFLT VADM Metcalf WORLD CRUISE 83 Departed ALAMEDA 21 Mar 83 Pearl Harbor 1 Apr 83 Met CVN-65 CV-41 10 Apr 83 Pusan, Korea 25-29 Apr 83 Subic Bay 15-19 May 83 Crossed Equator 24 May 83 Singapore 26-31 May 83 Met CVN-70 9 Jun 83 Suez Canal 15 Jun 83 Augusta Bay 18 Jun 83 Naples 24-25 Jun 83 Cannes 27 Jun - 5 Jul 83 Naples 20 Jul - 1 Aug 83 Rota 6 Aug 83 NORFOLK 12 Sep 83 292 During World Cruise ' 83 we accomplished many feats of which some were: reacted to personnel cas ,9 (ires, 14 floods, 2« Crossed the following bodies of water: Pacific Ocean Yellow Sea Andaman Sea Philippine Sea Red Sea Adriatic Sea Ligurian Sea Alboran Sea Caribbean Sea Straits of Malacca Straits of Messina Straits of Florida Gulf of Mexico Gulf of Suez Sea of Japan East China Sea Indian Ocean South China Sea Mediterranean Sea Tyrrhenian Sea Balearic Sea Atlantic Ocean Java Sea Strait of Gibraltar Straits of Bonifacio Gulf of Aden Gulf of Thailand Ionian Sea ' 000 -craz-r ,, ' inch, es and -ove.,, . eVled appro .innately 30,000 :,iles. Trav o(t)t andVO The SPS-10 antenna rotated 3,564,000 times and trans mitted 8,268,480,000 times. Communications processed over 153,000 messages and 688 commercial telegrams. e Ps. J ' ar tr s. ' ' tt, e,y 0. OOo OOo ' ' ti, es_ Dental filled over 6,000 teeth and pulled over 1,600. Capt Commette extracted the 5,000th wisdom tooth of his tour on- board Coral Sea. Catapult 2 - hed 2,795 aire raft. Catap ult X launched 2,1 4 at rcraft. Catap ,, 3 laun lUlt ft - ehed 1-753 aire raft. The Arrestittg craft. Gear trapP ' ■d 6,347 air- 293 HAWAII Apr 1, 1983 Apr 2, 1983 PHILIPPINES May 15, 1983 May 19, 1983 KOREA Apr 25, 1983 Apr 30, 1983 294 SINGAPORE May 26, 1983 Jun 1, 1983 FRANCE Jun 27, 1983 Jul 5, 1983 ITALY Jul 20, 1983 Jul 31, 1983 295 M r .A m HOMEPORT OF THE GOLDEN FLEET OUR ADOPTION On 2 ' 1 July 1967, the cily of San Franc i c(), formally adopted the Coral Sea as San Francisco ' s Own in ceremonies held in rity H.ill R()tun l.i. In addition to .1 hron e pl.iqiif, ihi ' M.iyor •iNo |)resentcil the (oral Sea with a sit of S m Francisco cere- monial silver. As pan of the adoption. Coral Sea was officially inducted into the famed S.in Francisco GoKien Fleet . 298 • ' ini i ' •.iiiii i ' l ' M ijR FAREWELL . , - 1, ISavJ - f fi m mma ii  A ' -f -- O liiL X v 21 MARCH 1983 I Hawaii was discovered by the western world by the English explorer. Captain James Cook, who in 1778 sighted the islands and landed to find a group of independent kingdoms. Cook named his discovery the Sandwich Islands after his patron, the Earl of Sandwich. Between 1790 and 1810, King Kamehameha, the islands greatest king, united all the islands into one kingdom. Missionaries began arriving in the islands in the 1820 ' s to teach their way of life to the native islanders. Along with their Christian teachings came newspapers and schools and eventually, a struggle against the western-induced disease and moral decay. In the 1880 ' s, resident Americans objection to the King ' s desire to re- store the system of personal government led to the overthrow of Queen Liliuokalani in 1893 and the establishment of a republic led by Sanford Dole in 1894. The islands were annexed by the United States and a territorial government was established in 1900. Ha- waii ' s great pineapple industry was developed during the early 1900 ' s and tourism steadily grew during the early part of the 1900 ' s. As tensions in the Far East grew in the 1930 ' s, Hawaii became a bastion of American Naval and military power. Follow- ing the attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii became an armed camp and was the hub of America ' s entire Pacific war effort. President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed into law the bill providing for Hawaii ' s admission to the nation and in August of 1959 Hawaii became our 50th state. o st o ' • — A Coral Seamen Pay Silent Tribute To The Crew Of The USS Arizona I A . «rt . A The sights and sounds - sun and surf of an entire island were packed into one over- flowing day of liberty. 311 IN r: • 4. « • Despite a heavy cultural infusion from China and 36 years of colonization by Japan, South Korea has stubbornly preserved its customs in dress, food, music, dance, art and language. Under the early Yi rulers, old Korea ' s practical genius mani- fested itself in the commissioning of a group of scholars to devise the simple phonetic alphabet of 24 letters known as Hingful. This has been called the most scientific alphabet in the world and has given South Korea one of the highest literacy rates in Asia. The recorded history of the country begins with the period of the Three Kingdoms, which waged war on one another continually for about 700 years until, between 660 and 670, the Kingdom of Silla succeeded in unifying the country. The dominance of Sillas was replaced in 935 by the Kingdom of Koryo, from which the present name is derived. The Mon- gols occupied the country for 130 years until driven out by General Yi Song Gye, who in 1392 selected Seoul as the nation- al capital and founded the dynasty that was to rule Korea, despite Japanese and Manchu invasions, until 1910. Pusan is the largest port in Korea and the country ' s second largest city with a population exceeding three million. Lying between two head- lands, the city is spread around the bay area and has grown as a result of ongoing harbor developments. The port came into being in 1483 when it was opened to trade with Japan. ir (if m After a welcome by a marching band. Coral Seamen went ashore to visit Korea, a land of old and new, with a mixture of eastern and western cultures. 317 Tours onboard Coral Sea were eagerly attended by Korean civilian and military personnel. The excellent rapport between our countries was clearly evident by the favorable comments made during the tours. k s 517 J cvr— IT !1 2J mr ■■ wr f ■ ' V ' i (i ' Special Services tours of local temples and shrines gave Coral Sea sailors a look at Korean culture and life styles. ' - .:ii. r;iL irai«riu«ir rj| ' On tour of Pusan City, Coral Seamen were afforded the opportunity to stop at the United Nations Cemetery and reflect on the ultimate cost of freedom. .- T .aj. TTien came the prospect of try- ing the local cuisine, most of which had names we could not pronounce (like Bolbgogi, Tak- mokan, Naengmyon and Kalbi) or understand. Afterwards every- one agreed that it had been an interesting experience. The Philippine culture has been shaped by both the East and West. Malayan, Chinese, Spanish and American life styles have influenced the formation of the Filipino nation and people. Inter- estingly, the Philippines is the only country in Asia which is predominately Christian. The Filipino society blends both the East and West into a new culture. On 7 December 1941, the day of infamy, the Philippines was invaded by the Japanese and with the fall of Manila on 2 January 1942, the people had to face what they now refer to as four years in a concentration camp. After the war, an independent Filipino state was established in 1946. Olongapo, located just outside the Subic Naval Base is little known to anyone but sailors. At night Olongapo ' s streets are jammed with people, cars and jeepneys-the Filipino taxi. Beyond Olongapo there lies the natural beauty of the countryside, filled with streams, water- falls and the country people. On base the recreational facilities are second to none. Deep-sea fishing, sailing, skeet and trap shooting, golf, bowling, archery, horseback riding, swimming and skin diving are all available. Grande island, just a short ride across the bay, offers the low-key enjoyment of a tropical isle. Afier an arduous trip through the North Pacific and South China sea, the Coral Sea arrived at Subic bay, Republic of the Philip- pines, on a sunny 1 ' ' May morning. The peo- ple of Olongapo city as always, treated Coral Sea sailors with a smile and a warm wel- come. Transportation in and around the Subic area ran the gamut, from the outlandish Jeepny to the more domestic water buffalo. ■jt , U A . 327 The means of relaxation where many and varied, including the two day Coral Sea party on Grande Island. t x3 - 1 ' ' - :•■ i . ■ .- ' ' - , r ) ■ . C ) 1 f , - i tM p r w f , f 1 ,x3 0- 329 ' kir z L t : -, , J 1 i l1 CMtlCTC  -.ra - it I • ! The contrast between American and Philippine cultures, was most apparent to those sailors who traveled to the countryside around Subic Bay. Coral Sea sailors enjoyed typical Philippine hospitality, in the area known as the Barrio. 331 Special Scnii ' cs tours prii idcd .in in- sight into the culture, histor and (he people of ihc counir ' . While in Subic, some Coral Sea Sail- ors donated what the children of the Ameri-Asian Orphanage needed most - their time. 333 The people of Singapore are of wholly immigrant orgin and therefore, there is no national culture. The influence of Malays, Chinese, Indians, Javanese and British can be seen in all aspects of life in Singapore. The name Singapore comes from two Sanskrit words, Singa Pura, meaning Lion City and dates back to the time Indian influence was predominant. During the thirteenth century Singapore became the headquarters of a Malay Buddist princedom which was overthrown by the Majaphit of Java ' s last Hindu empire in 1377. The invaders put the islands to the sword and the legend says that Blood flowed like water in full flood and the plain of Singapore is red to this day! Gradually Singapore became a place where pirates fought one another for control of the surrounding seas and the island remained desolate until the British established a settlement in the early nineteenth century. In 1819, Thomas Raffles, who was in the service of the East India Company, saw the possibility of turning what was a swampy, malarial island, into a great trading center. He set up a trading post and created a port free from the piracy of the surrounding waters where all could come and trade. To this day Singapore remains a free port, open to ships and vessels of every nation. The cosmopolitan atmo- sphere of Singapore exhibited many styles of cuhure, history, art and dance and provided the Coral Sea sailors with an in- sight to the modern Far East cities of today. 337 es nyniiiiiitiu; Tours in and around the city cov- ered the oriental art of the Tiger Balm Gardens, the serenity and beau- ty of Jurong Bird Park and the grace and flowing designs of Japanese Gar- dens. (40 i Pa ' Wi l -j, v H It ' m ■ 1 3 HBmt ' . 1 The BIG SPLASH was a welcome relief for weary Coral Seamen. The Peninsula Hold and the Ameriian Sihool of Singapore provided a springboard for lo- cal and f ' oral Sea bands and for the Marine Drill Team. TAI fHONU HU East and West influence of architec- tural styles was readily visible through- out the city as was the newer, more modern styles of the city itself. I .lO ' I , Aye, now thar be a word that brings a sigh of relief from these sahy bones of mine. Back in the days of wooden ships and sail, even us Iron Men would be needing a day to take care of our kits. Most of me mates would spend the day in their hammocks after tending to things that needed doing. Rope-yarn days were few and far between, but they be a welcome sight when they did come around. King Neptune arrived onboard early on the 25th of May to initiate and welcome the lowly Pollywogs into his domain. King Neptune and his court, Davy Jones, the Royal Executioner, the Royal Princesses and others, presided over the initiation rites which started with an early shower on Elevator 1 and an appetizing breakfast. Each wog answered for the charges against him before the King or members of his court. After seeing the Royal Dentist and kissing the Royal Baby ' s belly, the wogs slid along the ' chute ' in an- ticipation of their final baptism and acceptance as a SHELL- BACK. No matter what their rank, wogs are wogs, as the CO and XO discovered. A Shellback ' s first real sea shower. 351 352 Sun and flight deck Bar-B-Q ' s set the stage for relaxing stand- down days filled with activities throughout the ship. Boxing and wrestling matches tested the martial skills of those brave enough to test their mettle. Music, by our shipmates, and drill team exhibitions, provided more relaxed entertainment for the rest of the crew. Casino night, relaxing to some and frustrating to others, brought about $15,000 to the Navy Relief Fund drive. a: ' ! . ' ABOARD THE A GEl ESS , ARRlOR B K ' — — ' 9BHH I H H ' JHE ■ « ENLISTEO ' ' HiH ■ DINING 1 ■ FACILITY H ■ mcouunciooo | ■ J, HB - M y flHI j -fc r E B B ■ - j T. :_ ■ ■ IMM g ntPE r ' V 1 I TW £rns -Ro. OKi wiit. tU J U- [,T jin afcrw. HA , o TEAM-WORK 356 HOT-WORK AND TIME 357 As the solicude of ihe sea sirikcs the soul dif- ferently, so the trtative efforts of some men run from patriotic to thoughtful to the frivo- lous. Faces glisten by the campfires glow. Emotions are reeling high; Beside the lance and axe and bow; Is felt a mournful sigh. Attila, a man of long ago, Uould seize this glorious high; And all the uorld that any could know. U Ould feel the force of his cry! The clouds did part to a full moons iew. Our lises we give to thee; To the wind she turns by the helmsmans cue. How mighty can we be. ' As if by magic v e cross the blue. VTe ' re here to keep you free; Around the world we sail to you. We ' re warriors of the sea! Walls of granite form a castle ' s force. A fortress of mans sheer will! But he ' s not content vMth destinies course. So he moves with a deadly chill. Castles at sea become his source. His crafts now form a seamans kill. At last with fate he may intercourse. Of His latest fashionable frill! Up on flight decks so proud and biild. These birds of prey will wait; Each one carries a power so cold. It tests the hands of fate! Will we come to heavens gold. Or fall to the depths of hate. To the lo e of Ciod and freedom ' s hold. Thai we found in our souls inaie! Men have come then lain in wait. To challenge the myth of war; Empires built to be conquered by fate. Then fall to become of our lore. Fredrick and easar and Alexander the great. Patton and Rommel and more; All were part of the mind ' s aggregate. And all were v ar lors by my score. VKe sail the w md and blowing salt spree. The past has come today; Our hearts will glow to the power in thee. Do not stand in front of our way! Fighters are we who sail the sea. Hapti ed by all Yesterday; We are the warriors of the proud (!oral Sea! Lead, or follow, or get out of the way! U jfr or nt thv Svd bv Paint (nlmer There once was a battle, and grave were the losses. The old pterodactyls gainst ihc young albatrosses. Birds were aflyin ' . their screams filled ihe air. They fought with each other, they fell everywhere! Tho each fought the other to destroy their nest. The aim i f this baiile was n see who was the best. The old war birds knew they were badly outnumbered. But lack of experience left the albatross encumbered. The outcome was certain ■ the albatross failed ■ The old pterodactyls continued to sail! So heed this old story, its moral is wise • If you fight with the old birds - First , learn how i fly!! A Taiv of T«o Tif.ins by Donald M.iiion Days move on. With no end in sight. Vl ould I like to stay, 1 (hink I might. Xhai IS It. That makes me feel at ease. I can ' t explain it. But maybe its the sea. It goes on and on With no end. Where it goes. No ones ever been. As I sit here. And watch the sun set. Over the hori ()n and out of sight. I think of how we first met. The cool breeze. And the silent whisper of the nighi. I had often wondered what it would be like. To see no land in sight. The reflection of the moon. Beaming down on the water so bright. Looking like a (hristmas Tree. On Christmas Eve night. There ' s no feeling. Like the feeling of peace. No matter where you find it. On land or at sea. ril return home. Never to forget the sea. Or the peace and serene. That it has given me. Oh. Fndless Sea by Richard Hulkcr Through the waters, ! do tread. Homeward Bound, I am lead. The thought ai being. With you tonight. Is sut h a he.iutiful sight. I ' ve longed for this day. Through all the lonely nights. Now the time has come. For me to hold you tight. If only I Ci uld stay. The things that we could do and see. I ' d love you day after day. Never to go back lo sea. Hut the lime has come. For me to go. And as I leave, I let you know. That I ' ll be back once again. As soon as my ship pulls in. The omtc omin ' by Richard Mulker Mv heart soars like an eagle High up in the clear blue sky Soars like an eagle Wings outstretched, gleam in my eye Mv heart soars like an eagle Lookin on the world below I ' m feeling ' g()od. feelin ' right Loving you tonight You ' re a fine, fine lady ' ou know how to treat me right Your better than the younger girls You don ' t let me down at night When I ask you to. you give me your all Whatever I want you give You ' ve taught me to stand on my own two feet You ' ve taught nic how (o live When I. first met you Many doubts were in my mind I guess I looked for something more Don ' t know what I hoped to find But the longer I stay, and sample your charms More of you I can see in me For the rest of my life — I will never forget — My love for the Coral Sea My heart soars like an eagle High up in the clear blue sky Soars like an eagle Wings outstretched, gleam in my eye My heart soars like an eagle Lookin ' on the world below I ' m feeling ' good, outa sight, having ' fun Doin ' it right Lovin ' you tonight Soars Like An tagle By Ken Baker The poem from the Vinson was amusing. The message, however, was trite, Twas drafted for political reasons. Our glorv and honor to spiie. The claims ot Magenta are bogus. We won ' t say the verse is a lie. But to save our digital watches. We have i ) h ld them up high. So here our poem of rebuttal An honest perspective to keep Vll ' ho should you listen to. anyway, A veteran or some nuclear creep? Magenta ' s side of the stor) ' . Has as many holes as her hull For our bombs and Harpotms were t)n target. Magenta still sleepy and dull. Its nice to ha%e irons and conirt l rods. And air conditioning that ' s fine. But a bit of old fashioned initiative. Humbled your neve ship  ( ihe line. This in essence is our story. This is the gouge, in fact. And unlike our nuclear brothers. Our honor and chromos()mes are imaci! Thv U.ir KiAlh li.ippvncd hy Ready Room One 3S8 KREW DJ. ' S FRONT ROW - Fred Hicks, Kevin Williams, Tony Hargrove, Don Wyman, LJ. Carter, Greg Mason, Johnny Wilson, Steve Odom BACK ROW - John Brooks, Jim Westfall, Mike Poteete, Willie Moore, Bob Steinkamp, George Parker, Delbert McDonald, Barry McCain, Fred Boone, Jerry Berry, Mike Ravithis, Joe Da- vern, Fred Cooper, Ron Elwell, Mark Stark tw ' j:t: ' «fc, c iwandtbe W}rkl on KREW-95FM 359 Where laic all the ship ' s bands gone? Not so long ago, U.S. Naval Aircraft Carriers had the distinction of having their own brass bands comprised of rat- ed musicians. Today this is no longer possible with the manv cutbacks in spending. However, the USS Coral Sea Band is an exception to this rule, and was formed in response to a request by the Commanding Officer, that the ship form a brass band for the purposes of performing during the many port visits of its 1983 World Cruise. VC ' iih 22 mem- bers under the direction of LTJG Steve Sladon, the FJand performed for the ship ' s many daily functions including UNREPS, funerals at sea, man the rails and various awards ceremonies. The Band performed in major ports around the world including Pusan. Singapore and in Cannes, France, the Band played at Sunset Parade for COMCARGRU 4, RADM Moranville and 350 invited guests. Being an all volunteer band, the musi- cians came from various ship ' s divisions and squadrons. Division officers and Squadron (X) ' s were very supportive of the band which reflected on a good at- tendance record at rehearsals which were held on the foc ' sle. The Band ta- lently played a variety of numbers rang- ing from Sousa Marches through Po- p Rock music, to the Swing Sound of the Forties. Of course the Band could not be without its favorite selection - Anchors Awcigh. So, if you suddenly heard the magnificent forties sound of the A Train off in the distance while standing on a pier in some foreign port, it was probably the Coral Sea with its all volunteer band playing cheerfully on the flight deck as the ship pulled in for li- berty. AMEl Basso, AA Bruck, MS3 Coleman, l.( l)R C igan, AMH2 Davis, DSl Digman, EMFN (.ardner, RMl Hughes, IC3 Kitchen, YNSN I.o ano. I:T3 Mason, ATAN McCor- mick, ATAR Olivelo, HM3 Pope, AT3 Rule, DK3 Smith, AX2 Smith, OSSN Swinson, ICFN Turner, LTJG Zeiler, A FAN Yetman, MS2 Lohner. LTJC, Sladon 360 Cruise Book Photo Contest OVERALL WINNER, AZ3 BANKS ' %. 1 1 « « « « • • 1 % ' SEA CATEGORY WINNER, AME3 PAMILTON SHORE CATEGORY WINNER, MS3 LAWRENCE 361 World Cruise T Shirt contest winners display their winning entries. 1st Row IS2 G. Bogert OZ Div, EM2 L. Balico E Div, Jnd Row SHI L. Bernal S3 Div, AN T. Carlson G4 Div, DMl A. Lacno OZ Div THE RUNNERS! Hawaii Korea 1 G. Gustofeson 1 S. Ware 2 C. Chappelle 2 C. Chappelle 3 S. Greenwald 3 M. Martinez Subic Singapore 1 S. Ware 1 R. Carmen 2 C. Chappelle 2 S. Ware 3 S. Greenwald 3 C. Chappelle Cannes Naples 1 R. Carmen 1 R. Carmen 2 K.Jan 2 S. Ware 3 C. Chappelle 3 S- Greenwald Statistics submiited by Running Club Co ordinator. The Coral Sea Running Club, formed in December 1982, was co- sponsored by Runners World maga- zine for it ' s Run Around The World. With runs in every port, the highlight of the program was the run through the Ditch (Suez Canal). 20 teams-378 runners- started in the early hours of 15 June 1983 and finished at 1700 as the ship left the canal. A total of 2,153 miles were logged by the par- ticipants in the 11 hours and 10 min- utes of the transit. The winning team, from Operations Department and captained by ACC Chappelle, ran 110 miles. 1ST One hundred eight men - 36 teams - all began to see who would be the Best Around The World. In every port and irtuallv evei ' sea the battle was waged. 300 hard fought games later the question was answered. Special thanks to Coordinator - Li Cook and referees - Ken Roebuck and Nate Banks. Kevin Williams - Charles Simmons - Tony Rivers 2ND 3 ON 3 WORLD CRUISE TOURNAMENT Thomas Mines - Charles Foster - David Brooks 3RD Mike Hardy Jose Torres Leavert Armscead 364 Sicily, the largest island of the Mediteranean, is located at the extreme south western point of Italy. Over 9,000 square miles in size and with a population over 4 million, Sicily ' s primary export products includes fruits, olives, wines and vegetables with the most important mineral of the country being sulfur. Historically, Sicily has been colonized, conquered, over-run, founded and trad- ed by Phoenicians, Normans, Moslems and Romans. During World War II, American and British forces landed on Sicily on 9- 10 July 1943 and completely secured the island within 38 days. Being the Hub of the Mediteranean, Sicily today, experiences an abundence of foreign trade with ships of all nations. ( hippin and painting - scrubbing and cleaning • maintenance and repair- ing ■ not much libtriv - but the work accomplished during that brief stay was immeasurable. Cannes, is by far, the jewel of the Riviera in all respects. Tourists of inany nations throng to the sparkling beaches of this, the seaside resort of the world. With its opulent villas and luxury hotels, it is obvio us that the city itself is far from economic depression and strolling the lavish boulevards will give frequent confirmation of this fact. Browsing and shopping along the wind- ing alleyways of the town or a leisurely lunch at a sidewalk cafe will put one in touch with the life styles of the South of France. The prestigious Cannes ' International Film Festival held annually in May, rivals the presence and prominence of Hollywood ' s Acad- emy Awards. Nearby, the city of Nice sustains the natural sparkle and energy that few of the Riviera towns have maintained. With the town swarming with boutiques, restaurants, museums and shops of every type, it is truly a shopper ' s delight. Just off the coast of Cannes, the Isle of St. Marguerite was once immortalized in Dumas ' s book, The Man in the Iron Mask and the nearby island of St. Honorat provides quiet pine forests to walk and relax in. COTE D ' AZUR 368 % JJqg I J _ f i0 With the sights to bt seen, a walk along the heaih promenade could take all day. The beauty of St. Tropez, the night life of Monte Carlo, and the fountains of Nice were brought to sight through Spe- cial Services tours of the sur- rounding country-side. 371 During our 4th of July celebration, dancers and entertainers from the Palm Beach Night Club of Cannes presented a musical revue for Coral Seamen and their guests. The Sunsei Parade, presented by the Marine De- tachment Drill Team, the Ship ' s Drill Team and the Ships Band was well received by the numerous guests onboard. mi it n Tk H 372 373 The quaint villaj;i-s ncstliil aniiil ihi- Irinih Alps were a welcomed change of pace from the hectic routine of shipboard life. 374 The deeply cut canyons and majestic mountains were awe-inspiring and provided many Coral Seamen with pictures to be treasured for years to come. 375 |jii|fi(ifel!!liiilr Anchored in the South of France U ' e think we ' ve seen it all; This distance we have travelled; Is within a lonesome call. Around the world in memory, X ' e ' ve seen so many places; But none could possibly compare. To Cannes - so many faces Arms reached out in welcome. We ' re hailed both day and night Of voices naught we understand, But felt with hounties might. Each one of us, yes, one and all; We warriors of the sea. Extend to you a fond adieu; We are the Coral Sea. 1m.c Km J ■ ! ! ■ ! • ' .,■ - - sm -«%• ■ ir ' -v ■r ' . , Naples, founded around 600 BC by refugees from nearby Cu- mae, took the name of Neapolis (New City) to distinguish is from the Greek city adjoining it called Parthenope. Through the ensu- ing centuries, Naples was conquered by Romans and Greeks until they established their own republic in the 8th century. After nearly 400 years of independent rule, the Normans unified southern Italy and Sicily into one political entity. In the years to come, rule of the country side passed from Germany to France to Spain, until in 1860 when Naples was incorporated into the domain of Italy as it basically exists to this day. NAPLES Coral Sea arrived in Naples for an enlight- ening 11 day visit on 20 July 1983. Like all of Italy, Naples and the surrounding area pro- vided Coral Sea men with an historical glimpse of centuries past. The castles, bridges and other structures from by-gone years, were of interest to the many men who took advan- tage of the provided tours. 379 l c ' % 380 PISA AND FLORENCE Special Services provided many tours while the (.oral Sea rested at Italy. On the Florence and Pisa tour, Coral Sea Men were treated to the artistic works of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. At the city of Pisa, sailors were able to see and enter the famous leaning tower of Pisa. 383 Many Coral Sea sailors enjoyed a special services tour of Rome. The two day, one night tours provided a look into the famous three cities of Rome . The first city, modern Rome itself, with its contemporary hotels and business establish- ments, provided Coral Seamen with a taste of continental night- life. The second city of Rome is the many structures from the time of the Roman caesars. Throughout modern Rome, thou- sands of buildings as much as two thousand years old still stand as a tribute to the ancient Roman empire. The third city is actually a country in its own right, Vatican City, the home of the Pope. The Vatican, over six centuries old offered a chance to see St. Peters square, the Sistine Chapel, and for some even an audience with the Pope. 385 lO SPAIN - the romantic and cultural influence of this country has been felt for centuries around the world. The thrill and danger of the bullfight, the romantic ideals of the Man of La Mancha and the graceful and relaxed lines of Spanish architecture are dominant influences in cultures of other countries. As a major world power in the 1 300 ' s - 1 700 ' s, Spain controlled many of the Mediterranean countries and those of the New World. As a dominant sea power, she was able to maintain open sea lanes in both the Mediterranean and the Atlantic, thereby establishing and building its reputation in international trade. vo OM- ' 388 Like any other city in the world. Coral Sea relies on supplies fuel and food from outside sources. Through the years, the art of underway replenishment h s been refined so that along-side times are kept to a minimum while still providing the needed materials. Dangerous and fast-paced as it is, the crews of both ships work in harmony to ensure a safe and productive UNREP. Our providers during World Cruise 83 were: USS Kansas City, USS Mononga- hela, USS Navasota, USS Mars, USS Mt Hood, USS Savannah, USS Sylvania, USS Milwaukee, USS Concord, USNS Taluga, USNS Pawcatuck, USNS Truckee, USNS Mississinewa. U.S.S. KANSAS CITY - Vi-: - i : «i THE OLD PRO ' S U.S.S. CORAL SEA U.S.S. MONONGAHELA T I M— 1 ' I i ' 4k . If 3f r .. a K THE NEW LANTFLEET TEAM U.S.S. CORAL SEA te B . 6 .ft ' 4: I i rififi T h e R e s t •.... ' -r-i.. ' ... , J.   . -- t o X X There comes a time to say goodbye to the Airwing, at the end of every Carrier deployment. The CVW-14 flyoff is a bitter- sweet occasion, for it signals the end of the cruise as well as it marks the end of the Coral Sea CVW-14 team. CVW-14 has flown from the deck of Coral Sea, since before the 79 ' -80 ' West Pac. cruise. In the wake of their departure, CVW-14 leaves behind fond memories of four years, three cruises, and a job well done! Fair Winds And Following Seas m Throughout the ages, the time of a ship ' s return has always been one of great celebration. Loved ones and friends have awaited the sailors, home from the sea, to start anew the relationships hung in abeyance for so long. H A O T M F A S 1 v G ' r vtt iV V ov f c To all ships on an extended voyage, there comes a time when additional hands are needed aboard to round out the crew. There was a time when willingness to ship out was not always in the minds of the new crewmen. Fortunately, for the ship and the new crewmen, the old practice of Shang-Haiing sailors has gone the way of keel-hauling and the caPo-nine tails. Admin LC DR K. Bryani ENS P Hunter PN( B. fc ans LNl R. Camy MA 1 D. Johnson MAI J. Pit ret AN U. Reed SN W. Walker AR V ntmarco Air AN D. Baiiisto AN E. Grube AN V. Scoti ABFAN L. Sionc ABEl M. Thicscn ABF2 R. Hanman K T. Lally ABFi A. Tavarez AIMD A7.2 I.. Holland Al)2 A. Jones Al). ' W Moore AQJ V( . guaM AS( M. Jaymalin AT( J. Searle CIV R. Miller PR2 L. Clark AQ M. (rain l ' R T. Siriekland ASM AN () Saneos K Comm SMSN J. Rymell SMSA T. Inman SMSA R. Rupp SMSA L. Stewarr SMl G. Whiency RM3 B. Washin(;i )n SMJ E. Ybarra SMSN M. Huckin ' , Deck Dental Medical } BM3 J. Dolese SA C. Clemente YNSA J. Fleming YNSA P. Omandam SR J. Garcia CDR R. McCall LT L. Marland LT R. Sherman AN J. Wilkins LT A. Nelson CW03 E. Lanear HMC J. Monasmirh HMl D. Christian Safety TRNG HT2 L Hr.) n DR |. Spincllo Engineering  , viw: 1 i LT F. Hernandez ( U()2 M. Gervasi (M()2 J. Nichols EN( T. ( ampbcU BTl L. Caincs EMl I). Miranda FMJ 1.. Bahi.) MM 2 H Bcrrv MM 2 J. Dougal FM2 P. Govcnor MT2 (i. Guerra MK2 R. Kennedy HT2 R Vi illiams MR} K. Ayers MMS M. Cameron 1( 3 |. (onytrs BT H. Cooper BT A. Flvnn BT I ll.irman BT S MU.uirc MM M Varncr MM D Viaison FN J. Almanza FN M. Avhhy IN S Ford MMFN A Jones FN M. Marline? FN M, Nohles f SN Y. Okabavashi BTFN R. Villanucva BTFA B. Cannon BTFA VC. McGiniy MMFA J. Nulty FA T. Saniure MMFA J . Skaggs FA J. Smiih MRFA J. Turner FR R. ( ourtois ET2 R. Edwards DS2 E. Fellows AC2 H. Lesniewski OS2 D. Pineda OS2 B. Willemsen ET2 T. Yearout ET3 i-. Green ET3 J. Kuehl IS3 L. McCalister AN R. Austin w-r ? OSSN A. Basilovecchio ISSN P. Haversiick ICFN C. Tracy OSSN R. Danizler AR J. Patti iMtlH ' M,t7. LT H. ( jnnon DKl A. ( ' aiaulin SHl J. C:ucvai Supply LCPL V. Trevino LCPL J. Vf ' iiunmytr PFC J. ( oopcr PFC S. Forslin PFC; M. Johnson PFC; S. Manns PFC r. Singleton PFC D. Spoonamore PFC C. Siannard PFC P. Tyson cvw 14 LTJ. Amos AKl G. Miller AMH2 L. Joesph MSSN B. Havenga AR K. Long AEl A. Harris AMH2 K. Binger AOC }. Grahm AEAN J. Craycrafi LT G. Cosper LT M. Maxwell A03 B. Ainsworih ADAN M, Cook AEAN D. Stewart 409 ENS J. Olson AKC C. Nucup AT2 G. Odcll AK3 F. ( apron LTJ(. K K.lbc ENS J. Lunn ENS D. VXisnicwski AOl A. Sfxion ATI D. Taylor AMS2 B. Lukins AX2 M. Moore AT3 |. ( offman AMH3 K. Raymond AVf ' K. Rosensiroin ATAN N. Elkc-y AN ( . Movano AMSAN Vl Wood AXAA H. Slotum CDR R. Fink LT J. Sicili- IT V( ' . Sit ' wari l.Tjr, R. Rominc AF M T (.rav MMl K Mariano AMSl T. U ' aison MMi T. Trcvcthan ATAN T. Clay FA E. Valencia From deep within the bowels of the ship, there sprang forth, what was hoped to be, a creative spark. A spark that was to become this historic World Cruise Treasury. Yes, a treasure chest that would preserve those memories of a once-in-a-life time adven- ture unknown to so many. It is our hope that this spark may lighten your lives for years to come. CW03 C. Hayes (Ediior) LTJ. Shugars (Airwing Rep.) PHCS T. Hanson (Prod. Super) V PHt C.Jackson (Fhoio Super.) JOC K. Hansen (Sales and Disirihution ) HHl T. Thomason (Phofography) TOl I.. Maniey (.Sales) EMl H. Goode (Sales) PH2 B. S inl.in l (.Asm Pholo Super.) PH2 J. Westfall (Photography) PH3 H. McQuillian (Aerial Photography) PH3 T. Terry (Photography, Layout Super.) PH3 R. Compton (Photography) i PH3 D. Rohrbach (Photography) PH3 D. Goodrum (Color Print Super.) PHANJ. Kinley (Photography) PHAN C. Cooper (Photography) 413 A ,Ji PHAN D. Wood (Phoiugraphy) PHAN S. McKay (Phoiograph) ) PHAN J. Bird«cll (Ph )ioj;raphy) PHAN G. Sadlock (Color Prin() PHAN K. Kubii (Ph )ioj;raphy) PHAN M. Sheets (Photography) PHAN D. Ha ' ard (Aerial Photography) PHAN M. Cross (Photography) 414 PHAN D. Brown (Photography) PHAN D. O ' Connor (Artist, Photo Layout) r PHAN V. Roberts (Photography) SPECIAL 7,. ro7 iEn Y(DNTRi6vJroRS.. CAPTAIN TA- LOK (c CAPTAIN P ICE C o) C0ReCKLES,...P oTO6RKPBY 1T.COSHIN6 I ABH15|MNC S. .PbW6R PBY tAM3 IPAMS SALES 5M BTOHE AN CARLSON APT 415 Thank You Lord, For Seeing Us All Safely Through This Voyage i 4 f -L .; ,v . ' - i ti H. a .; vis« ' t l. i«l —  ll  ' t ' -V-SV ' tt  , ; ' ' ' . I r - . f •« - • • ' - .. A T ' ' .--ill i a -- -e • ( V • -;f ' We few, We happy few, We band of brothers William Shakespeare