Coral Sea (CV 43) - Naval Cruise Book

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I wnfxl lu 0 A s a THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE - L - WASHINGTON, THE DISTRICT OFXCQLUMBIA ,IGM , -lag i n 2 7 FEB 1990 Captain Lloyd E. Allen, Jr. USN Com anding Officer ' ' USS CORAL SEA iCV-43, y Fleet Post Office W ' New York 09550-2720 r Dear Captain Allen: On behalf of the Department of Defense I congratulate you and the officers and men of USS CORAL SEA ZCV-437 as you prepare for the decommissioning of the Ageless Warrior. The decommissioning of this great man of war signals the end of the era of the conventionally powered aircraft carrier. Though small compared to her nuclear powered sister ships, CORAL SEA has proven in her Q3 years of distinguished service that she is equal to the most difficult and arduous tasks. Throughout her twenty-five deployments, she has proudly represented our great Nation, ever vigilant and always ready to defend life and liberty. ,A You and your men have nobly borne CORAL SEA's tradition of unparalle ed pride and professionalism. The sacrifice and dedication of CORAL SEA sailors, past and present, are recognized and appreciated by freedom loving people throughout the world. 1 Sincerely, lC!l,ff:2EAfj? CiiQ44iiid I 'T- Officers, Chiefs and junior enlisted and their families were treated to a special Thanksgiving dinner aboard USS Coral Sea While at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard. This was a special opportunity for duty personnel who were required to spend the holiday aboard Qoral Sea. 1 1 i 1 .-,, .,w,,,.. , Y, -1 I T T w Z 5 I N I

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e THE SECRETARY OF THE NAVY WASHINGTON 13 February 1990 Captain Lloyd E. Allen, Jr., USN Commanding Officer Uss CORAL SEA CCV-A37 Fleet Post Office New York 09550-2720 Dear Captain Allen: As you and your crew prepare to decommission CORAL SEA, I congratulate you on your many successes.. Although a sad occasion when we bid farewell to an old friend, all of you can take justifiable pride in your fine ship's accomplish- ments throughout a most distinguished career. CORAL SEA bears a proud name in the history of our great Navy. Our victory in The Battle of the Coral Sea, fought entirely by aircraft launched with the enemy beyond visual or radar range, saved Australia from Japanese invasion during the early stages of World War II. CORAL SEA has proudly carried this tradition through twenty-five deployments around the globe, highlighted by combat operations against North Viet ' 1975 nd most recently, by Nam, the rescue of SS MAYAGUEZ in , a air strikes against Libya in 1986. During in the Mediterranean, she took part in the embassy in Beirut. As our Ageless Warrior the last time, those who served in her can significant contributions that this proud ship has made to our Country. 9 her last deployment evacuation of our shifts colors for reflect on the many Best wishes and good luck in all your future endeavors. Sincerely, arre , Ilql' QThis page! Coral Sea children were treated to a Christmas party complete with Santa and Mrs. Claus. i0pposite Page! Former Coral Sea commanding officers including Admiral Wesley McDonald QRet.D, Admiral Stoors CRet.D and Vice Admiral Dick Dunleavy QOP-055 paid a nostalgic visit to Coral Sea. QOpposite Bottomb Vice Admiral Dunleavy and Captain Allen cut a cake with MS2 LeWallen.