Dahlgren (DDG 43) - Naval Cruise Book

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EMBASSY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA STOCKHOLM October 4, 19i Commanding Officer USS Dahlgren (DDC-43) c o FPC 09567-1261 New York Dear Commander Laz: I oreatly appreciated the splendid hospitality displayed by you and the members of the crew of the USS Dahlgren. The visit and lunch for Swedish civilian and military officials couldn t have been arranged better. I was also impressed with your professional and deft handling of the local press. Please convey my thanks to all your crew members who made the ship board visit so informative and enjoyable. Visits of United States warships to foreign nations are an important aspect of the promotion of U.S. foreign policy interests. These visits not only provide significant opportunities for crew rest and relaxation, but they also are subtle but highly visible symbols of our resolve to maintain freedom on the seas. For the visit to be effective, the ship must be trim and the crew on its finest behavior. In addition, the Commander and his officers must demonstrate professionalism, resolve and awareness of the world situation. The Dahlgren met and exceeded these requirements. Your visit was impressive to the Swedish Government, its Navy and, just as importantly, the citizens of Karlskrona. You can take great pride, as I do, in the ship ' s performance in Sweden. Sincerely, L9 ciQ c, A . LJ L --Oi-A y£ , Roland K. Kuchel Charge d ' Affaires, a.i cc ■ Commander in Chief, U.S. Naval Forces Europe Commander Destroyer Squadron Fourteen 143

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ARHUS, DENMARK It was but a short sail to Denmark after leaving Sweden. And although only three days was spent in this university town, the men really enjoyed it. In many ways it was much like home, the stores were the same, English was widely spoken. There was even a McDonalds that tasted like an American McDonalds. What more could you ask for. It was also a brief pause for the crew before embarking on another exercise, BALTOPS 88.