Davidson (DE 1045) - Naval Cruise Book

Text from Pages 1 - 104 of the 1970 volume:

i -? T ' a USS DiWIDSON USS DAVISDON DE-1045), the first ship in the United States Navy lo hear this name, is the fifth in a new class of Ocean Escort Destroyers and tlie third one built by Avondale Shipyards, Incorporated, Westwego, Louisiana. Her keel was laid 30 September 1963 and she was christened 2 October 1964 by her sponsor, Mrs. Lyal A. David-son. DAVIDSON is equipped with the latest main propulsion machinery, the newest long range air, .surface, and .subsurface detection and tracking equipment, and the most advanced anti-.submarine fire control system. Her armament includes the ASROC (Anti-Submarine Rocket) weapons system, the DASH helicopter, anti-submarine torpedoes, and two 5-inch 38 dual purpose single gun mounts. Her powerful sonar. ASROC, and torpedo installations equip her to hunt for and destroy submarines at extended ranges. She is equipped with the most modern communications and electronics installations to aid in carrying out her mission: to screen transoceanic convoys and to operate offensively against submarines. DAVIDSON is a fine new addition to the Cruiser-Destroyer Force, United States Pacific Fleet, and her entry into service marks another major stride forward in the program of providing the United States Navy with the most advanced types of warships to enable it to meet its challenges today and tomorrow. DE 1045 Western Pacific 1970 THE VOYAGE Down through the ages man has put to sea. Sometimes for food, at other times for the defense of his home lands, and often for adventure in exploring new and unknown territories; and man has also put to sea to answer the undeniable call from nature . To this day, the sea remains a mystery. There are times when the cruelties of the sea are far beyond imagination. As a child of nature, she will sometimes claim the lives of those who venture to solve her many mysteries and at other times her moods reflect a smooth, deep, crystal clear beauty. Many preparations were made prior to our journey. New men who were just making their claims to manhood were called upon to do her service. Training was given, tasks of making their new home away from home more habitable were assigned and completed; supplies taken aboard; provisions stored for the many meals to be eaten; and above all, an adventurous spirit prevailed in the minds of the crew. New places would be visited, new cultures and customs learned and experienced, and new hands to be clasped in the spirit of friendship and peace. These are the memories we will carry and share with those who will never know the worldly feeling one gets when standing in the exact spot where history has made an indelible stamp. Or see a glorious sunset at sea; or the reverent serenity during a clear night at sea when the sky is ablaze with stars and the unbelievable illusion of their closeness. We thank God for His many blessings and we pray for the safety and safe return of those who challenge the seas and bravely set out to extend peace, love, and brotherhood to distant lands. Port: Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Date: 26 May 1970. Weather: clear, warm, and the sea is calm. Word is passed, cast off all lines!! OUR VOYAGE BEGAN. J. R. HINTON The boatswain-mate said, take in line six . The day I recall was May twenty-sixth; The Davy Maru ivill see Pearl Harbor no more, Until she finishes COMSEVENTHFLEET ' S chores. Underway , the pipe sang out. And with that, we heard a shout: Our loved ones on the pier saying their last goodbyes. Most of them left with tears in their eyes. Embarked, is DES DIV ONE ONE TWO, Acting as SE VENTEEN POINT FI VE POINT TWO: He ' s leaving us in Subic until late fall, Deserting the Davidson for the Saint Paul? The Oriskany and Frank Knox complete our three ship group, Setting a course to Subic, so says the book; Then onward to Yankee Station and NGFS, To prove to Charlie that we ' re the best. So now you know the story of how the cruise began. In the following pages, you ' ll see how it ran; And if you ' re satisfied at everything you see, A successful cruise was made, by the men on this DE! Joe Hippie Commanding Officer CDR Richard C. Smith, USN COMMANDING OFFICER, USS DAVIDSON (DE 1045) Commander Richard Carl Smith was born on 27 January 1928 in Allentown, Pennsylvania. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy in August 194.5 and served ahoard the USS AMBERJACK (SS-522) until lie was transferred to the U.S. Naval Academy Preparatory School at Bainhridge, Maryland in .September 1947. Upon completing the Prep School at Bainbridge in May 1948, CDR Smith received a fleet appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy in June 1948. Upon graduation from the Naval Academy in June 1952, he was commissioned an Ensign and ordered to the USS HICKOX (DD-673) where he subsequently served as Engineering Officer and Operations Officer. In June 1954 he was ordered to the USS BALTIMORE (CA-88) where he performed the duties of CIC Officer until February 1956 when he was ordered to the staff of COMMANDER DESTROYER FLOTILLA THREE as Aide and Flag Lieutenant. In July 1957 CDR Smith attended the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School at Monterey, California, and upon graduating in June 1959, he was awarded a Bachelor of Science Degree in Communications Engineering. In July 1959 CDR Smith reported to the USS MILLS (DER-383) as Executive Officer. Upon being relieved as the Executive Officer of the MILLS in June 1961, he reported to the Office of the Assistant Chief of Naval Operations for Communications where he served as the Head of Navy Radio Frequency Spectrum Management Branch (OP-944G). In August 1963, CDR Smith reported to the Command and Staff course at the l!.S. Naval War College, Newport, Rhode Island from which he graduated in June 1964. While attending the Naval War College, he was awarded a Master of Arts Degree in International Affairs from George Washington University. Upon graduating from the Naval War College, CDR Smith served as the Commanding Officer of the USS Thomas J. GARY (DER-326) until August 1966. In September 1966, he reported to the Chief of Naval Personnel for duty as the Head of the Communications Placement Branch (PERS-31217) until February 1969. In May 1969 CDR Smith relieved CDR R. M. WHITAKER as Commanding Officer, USS DAVIDSON (DE 1045). CDR Smith is married to the former Miss Lois Ruth Shafer of Allentown, Pennsylvania. They have three sons, Brant, Phillip, and Kerry Smith. i Executive Officer LCDR R.V. Stevely, USN Lieutenant Commander R. V. Steveley, USN was born in Portland, Oregon on 6 August 1934. After having served as an enlisted man and attaining the rate of ETl, Lcdr. Stevely was selected as an officer candidate for th e Integration Program, receiving his commission in June of 1958. Lcdr. Stevely has served in the foUowing billets. Communications Officer. USS HIGBEE (DDR-806), Admin. and Department Head U.S. Naval Weapons Station, Concord, Calif., Executive Officer, USS TERRELL COUNTY (LST-1157), Joint Staff of CINCPACFLT at Aiea, Hawaii, and finally as Executive Officer of USS DAVIDSON (DE-104.5) since December of 1968. Lcdr. Stevely wears the Good Conduct Medal, China Service Medal, National Defense Medal, and the Vietnam Service Medal. Lcdr. Stevely is married to the former Anne McCluskey of Gourock, Scotland. They have five daughters: Theresa, Michelle, Frances, Victoria, and Melissa. g !. Pii. ! li g J fM8 S i f - f I !5«iBBRi7ri: ;. PiTj -v;iwEsiv ravv-?waEi «fti ii :- B sft- ' Commander Destroyer Division One Hundred Twelve Commander George P. Peed CAPTAIN GEORGE P. PEED, U.S. NAVY Captain PEED was graduated from the U.S. Naval Academy, receiving his commission in June of 1944. His first tour of duty was aboard the USS ALBERT W. GRANT (DD-649), serving as Gunnery Officer, Torpedo Officer and Navigator. During this tour he participated in the Battle of Leyte Gulf. Following Submarine School at New London, Connecticut, in 1947, he was a member of the Submarine Service for ten years with duties as Gunnery Officer, First Lieutenant, Communications Officer and Operations Officer, USS CARBONERO (SS-337); Engineer Officer, USS GUAVINA (SSO-362); and Executive Officer, USS SEA FOX (SS-402). Other sea tours include Executive Officer, USS FLETCHER (DDE-445); Commanding Officer, USS BLAIR (DER-147); Com- manding Officer, USS RADFORD (DD-446); and Executive Officer, USS CHICAGO (CG-II). Other assignments have included Staff, Fleet Gunnery and Torpedo School; Project Officer, U.S. Naval Ordnance Unit, Key West, Florida; Assistant Officer in Charge Submarine Guided Missile Unit FIFTY-ONE at Yorktown, Virginia; and Officer in Charge, Guided Missile Unit TEN at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Captain PEED assumed duties as Commander Destroyer Division ONE HUNDRED TWELVE on 7 October 1969 after serving with the Officer of the Chief of Naval Operations as Senior Aide and Executive Assistant to the Deputy Chief of Naval Operations (Development). Captain PEED is married to the former Elaine Hutchinson of Fairmont, West Virginia, and has three sons, George III, Brooks, and Robert. The PEEDS currently reside in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. His is the son of Mrs. Robert Fleming PEED of 2805 North Indian River Drive, Fort Pierce, Florida. From the Commodore: The true greyhound comes in fast, hits hard and retires without fanfare. The history of our Navy is replete with examples of the small destroyer, manned by dedicated and courageous Americans, accomplishing the seemingly impossible with ease . The efforts and accomplishments of destroyers, however, have not gone unnoticed or unappreciated: whenever the job had to be done, we sent in the ' Tin Can ' . Time and time again, de- stroyers have proved their reputa- tion as being the most reliable and versatile ships afloat. The DAVIDSON now returns from a challenging and arduous WESTPAC deployment to a well- earned rest and the reuniting of her crew with their loved ones. You have stood your watches well, and your logs proudly attest to your many outstanding achievements during the course of the deploy- ment. The officers and men of the DAVIDSON have served the nation well, and may be justly proud of a job well done. sn S lir M 11 H:i, IIIM(INI).SMITH Staff KMJ mm llAMILTdN l IJ(; LAKKYMCLAIN CHIEKSTAKKOFKrCER MATEIilAL MMCSJlMLIViNGSTUN ASST MATERIAL INI MIKEHIBBEN SUI EMMAMIEI. BASAl.l.O TNOKl.ANnuOLAMI ' t) USS SAINT PAUL (CA-73) USS DAVIDSON (DE-1045) On 26 May 1970 Commander Destroyer Division ONE HUNDRED TWELVE embarked in USS DAVIDSON (DE-1045) departed Hawaiian waters for a five and a half month deployment to the Orient. While operating in the Western Pacific as a unit of the United States SEVENTH Fleet, Captain George P. PEED and his staff performed a variety of duties including those of screen commander for Attack Carrier Strike Groups in the Tonkin Gulf, gunline commander off the coast of the Republic of Vietnam, augmentee to the Staff of Commander Cruiser-Destroyer Group SEVENTH Fleet, and enthusiastic supporter of the Japanese electronics industry. Line periods of up to 35 days at sea were broken by visits to Taiwan, Hong Kong and Japan aboard the henw cruiser USS SAINT PAUL (CA-73), and to Singapore and the Philippine ah rd DAVIDSON. With our sea story lockers replenished and having contributed heavily to the economy of the Far East, the Staff returned home to Pearl Harbor on 7 November 1970. 11 J Heh, heh, heh, me! Drink? ► Okay, who shook the can? Vigilance On top of the situation Twirl me just once more, Pete. Don ' t get pushy Sir! Refresher Training One dozen Superman comics. Two pounds of bubble gum. Three cases of fizzes, . . . Always the Admin Planning Thunder, Thunder Over Thunder Road Holding the pieces together 1 Wow! What a pair of piemas! 13 What did Miss America mean by this, Dick? 14 DAVIDSON Prepares for Westpac. 15 16i 26 May Under way 26 May - 6 j,„K TraHslt , Sublc Ba j Westpac Deployment Philippines But while the land may seem to elude accurate description, there is no mistaking the warmth and friendliness of the people. Filipinos, numbering 36 million, are genuinely hospitable and display a great zest for living. Their finest exports are dance and music. The Bayanihan, most famous of the country ' s dance troupes, has literally toured the world on foot before admiring audiences. Filipino musicians too, play from Tokyo to Sydney. And daily life in the Philippines pulsates with a gaiety that erupts into revelry on fiestas and festivals. Night life in the metropolitan cities can be as exhausting as it is exciting. European, American, Hindu, Arabian, Chinese and Malay in- fluences have been assimilated to varying degrees in the country. If that doesn ' t explain the Filipino character, it certainly provides a clue to the kaleidoscopic culture of the people. Nowhere else is Western culture brought into such a charming blend as in the Philippines, where Orientals have American nicknames, Spanish family names and speak Philippino and English. Nowhere else is Western culture also brought into such a colorful contrast with other ways of life as in this land where Igorots, Badjaos and 52 other ethnic groups follow age-old customs and traditions; where twentieth-century progress makes the country bustle at a frenetic pace without disturbing the leisurely clip-clop of calesas-horse-drawn carriages — on old streets or the gentle swaying of bamboos in the countryside. The Philippines is varied but, to a visitor, all these differences are pieced together by one thing: persistence. Persistence of the people as shown in their eagerness to please; persistence of the land that is bent on breaking down tourist resistance with its natural loveliness. HMCJ.R. HINTON 31 M ay Commence Smoker; Contestants: i Bald Eagle BEARDSLEY vs The Frenchman LAFFERRE The Fool GUERRA vs The Sheik CHEEK The Doc BURKMAN vs Killer ENGS Iron Horse DAWKINS vs Max the Ax KENDALL Tiger Tex MC MILLAN vs Goofy Godfrey WESTON Hells Angel BURRIS vs Mr. DAVIDSON HOLLAND 10 June - 20 June Assigned Plane Guard for USS ORISKANY (CVA-31) 1 The Philippines, the third largest English speaking country in the world, is at the very crossroads of Asia. Just off the Southeast coast of Asia, is 116,220 sq. miles of sunny country. Happily, it is one country that ' s available in 7,100 islands: about 4,000 of which are virtually untrodden. Rimmed with quiet bays and soft beaches, tlie islands lie forever irresistable to those who want solitude or a retreat from the world. Their very names in fact, roll out straight from the lips of a siren. Thus, one can lie dreamily on Enchanted Rock, walk barefoot on the Isles of the Seven Sins, swim in the Pacific Ocean off Kalayukay or take a dip in the boiling Satan ' s Swimming Pool. And with a coastline longer than that of the United States of America, it has more beaches and shores to wander and probably hunt for seashells on. Of the 1.3 most valuable sea shells found in the world, three come from the Philippines. The Glory of the Sea (valued at U.S. $1,000), considered the most beautiful, has been found in the islands. The second greatest depth known to man (35,400 feet) can be found off Surigao. The Philippines is a tropical country that can satiate the senses. But that doesn ' t sum up a land generously endowed with beautiful works of nature. It ' s physical attractions can be mysterious like the huge Chocolate Hills, the origin of which has not been explained to this day. They can be intriguing like the giant Footprints of Angeles and Caburayan. Puzzling like the fantastic rock formations in Salinas. Potent like the country ' s volcanoes, of which one is in a pretty mixed-up predicament, sitting in the middle of a lake with an island with a lake with an island. Indeed , the Philippines is as perplexing as it is picturesque. Philippines IPIflWIlP smmi. e retW3Vi-- W;. L ■ :■■. ::.-,.-?ii:;«- 21 June - 2 July Assigned NGFS I J i v 25 f V IT 1 1 -■ ' r - • ' 9 ■ s !¥-?- 27 Kaohsiung Taiwan Taiwan is an island about 233 miles long and from 70 to 90 miles wide. It is separated from the Chinese Mainland by a strait varying in width from 90 to 220 miles. The city of Kaohsiung is situated in South- western Taiwan, 325 miles east of Hong Kong and 5.52 miles north of Manila. Plans for the development of Kaohsiung as a naval port were formulated by the Japanese following the cession of Taiwan (Formosa) to Japan in 1895. But large scale construction work in the development of the harbor facilities wasn ' t started until 1908. And by 1920, Kaohsiung became one of the two most important ports, and the largest harbor, on the island. During World War II, the Japanese used the harbor as their primary naval and supply base for staging military advances to the south and southwest. Consequently, the city was a key air target, and suffered heavy destruction from allied bombing. Visiting units of the U.S. Navy have been received by the Chinese people in a most cordial and courteous manner. Both civilian and military officials have cooperated in every possible way to insure that the American servicemen who visit this city will leave it with many pleasant memories and a better understanding of the Chinese way of life. The fact that the Chinese people have customs, traditions, and living conditions different from our own is recognized. The hardships suffered by many of these people are beyond our own experiences. But the friendship between them and ourselves is a pleasant association which is desirable to preserve. Thus it was and is up to us as visitors in their land to demonstrate a friendly understanding and a will for mutual cooperation. This is best accomplished by a ready smile or a friendly nod, which when backed up by good manners, will make a favorable impression in any city in the world. 28 iff Hr — - - 5 July - 9 July Visit Kaohsiung Taiwan 10 July - 16 July ASSlglieCl Plane Guard for USS ORISKANY (CVA-31) 30 mi F IHn , - -•SP?: E B a | 4J 1 17 July -22 July Assigned shotgun for USS COONTZ (DLG-9) on North SAR 23 July -1 Aug Assigned Plane Guard for USS BON HOMME RICHARD (CVA-33) 1 Aug Couth Committee meets prior to entering port to determine who is man enough to grow hair upon his face. 34 r 35 1 Aug Chiefs are appropriately initiated into the Roval Order of 59 36 ( hief Commissaryman DAY Departing. The Royal Order of recognize their distinguished members. ? June — ? Aug Crew Takes a Break it i 39 anMnwWKnMVU ' AVniM Leisure Time i 40 J ■1 -J 41 2 Aug - 11 Aug Upkeep (visit) Yokosuka, Japan Japan 42 I. -r vi  Aj- For some it was a brief trip to Kamakura to take an endless stream of pictures at the Hase-Kannon shrine and the giant Buddha, for many it meant a trip to Tokyo to shop and take in the nighthfe, and to others it meant Atami, Enoshima, Kyoto, Nikko, Hakone and Osaka and EXPO 70. For us Japan was running from one place to the next trying desperately to fill every minute with something new and different— whether it was learning that little phrase ill Japanese or spending our last Yen to buy that silk kimono we just had to have. To us Japan was the old mixed with the new the pastel beauty and the ancient dignity. y jJ( 43 S%« Yokosuka Highlights 45 Catholic Protestant Services Chaplain Roy 46 Di IDSON ' S HAPPINESS IS: 1. : having tlie prohe mate the first try! 2. : knowing the ASROC Sentry reporting interval and being aware of when his next report is due. 3. : knowing that strangers witliout visitor badges or unescorted visitors with white badges should be escorted immediately to the OOD. Remember, A dollar a day and a day ' s liberty . 4. : having gas ejection air to Mount 51. 5. : knowing your GQ station. 6. : Combat and the Na igator agreeing on the Ship ' s position. 7. : following the chain of conunand. B. : following Z-grams . 9. : having jiuigle music on our ship ' s entertainment system. 47 12 Aug 3 Sep Assigned Plane Guard for USS BON HOMME RICHARD (CVA-33) 4 Sep - 9 Sep Visit Singapore Singapore Singapore, lying at the southern tip of the Malayan Peninsula, was for many years an unknown island of little importance. Sir Francis Drake was the first European to mention Singapore in the writings of his around the world voyage in 1578. In 1819, Sir Stanford Raffles established a trading post in Singapore for the rapidly expanding East India Company. He obtained a grant to the island in exchange for $8,000.00, which was given to the Sultan of Johore and the local Malay governor in 1824. Thus it was that Singapor e was governed by the East India Company until it came under the control of the British Colonial Office in 1867. 48 In 1926, the British, sensing the growing unrest in Asia, began constructing a naval shipyard on the northern coast of Singapore. From 1926 until 1937 the swamp clearance and construction work progressed slowly. But after the outbreak of the Sino-Japanese war the construction work went into full swing. Her Majesty ' s dockyard was completed in 1940 and became the major British naval base in the Far East. In 1942, the Japanese overran Malaya and captured Singapore. Fortunately, the Japanese took good care of the dockyard and even did much improving of their own. ' •!j siSii 4S«:«« eKftK When the Japanese occupation ended on September 5, 1945, Singapore was governed by the British Military Administration as a separate unit until civil administration was restored on April 1, 1946. From 1946 to 1963 Singapore was a separate crown colony forming with the Malayan Union the geographical area of Malaya. In 1959, Singapore achieved statehood after 140 years of British rule. In 1963, Singapore became one of the 14 constituent states of Malaysia, thus ending the colonial rule. On August 9, 1965, Singapore was separated from Malaysia and became an independent sovereign state. On December 22, 1965, it became a republic. 50 •i '  M i jr s: ' - ™i:fflS5; 3 j !• ' ' ■ ' - ' j- y Rii ' r s? - ' ; iiiiv- - iksc 51 losep Ship cross Equator at 00 -00 N 106 -42 E. The boisterous ceremonies of crossing the line are of such ancient vintage that their derivation is lost; such horseplay took place in the Middle Ages, and even before that when ships crossed the thirtieth parallel or passed through the Straits of Gibralter. These early ceremonies were extremely rough and to a large degree were supposed to test the crew to determine whether or not the novices, the boots, on their first cruise could endure the hardships of a life at sea. Then, as now, it was primarily a crew ' s party. Reveille for all slimy POLLIWOGS. ALL POLLIWOGS clear the compartments and washrooms so as not to interfere with the Shellbacks leisure arising. ALL POLLIWOGS report to the mess decks to make preparations to serve breakfast to the Loyal and Trusty Shellbacks. Arise all Shellbacks who do not care to have breakfast in bed. Breakfast for Shellbacks served by POLLIWOGS. POLLIWOG breakfast? PHEW! SOUND QUARTERS. ALL POLLIWOGS fall in on the forecastle. Royal Deputies take your stations. Royal Deputies escort the slimy POLLIWOGS to the Bastille. King Neptune and Court arrives and comes aboard. Hoist the Jolly Roger at the Starboard yardarm. Opening of the ROYAL HIGH COURT OF THE RAGING MAIN. Followed by the execution of sentences pronounced upon convicted POLLIWOGS. Secure from Shellback initiation ceremony. ALL HANDS lend a hand cleaning up the ship in preparation for BARBEQUE. 0615- 0645- 0700- 0715- 0730- 0800- 0810- 0815- 0830- 1300- THE FOLLOWING NEED NO EXPLANATIONS MOUSTACHE LIST SPECIAL CASES HAIRCUTS I.J. Norton 1. Baclimann 1. Cheek 2. R. HolU 2. Stetson 2. Coles ;L J. Slites 3. xo 3. Cummins 4. Tivcner 4. Kemp 4. Conforth 5. Jones 5. Althouse 5. Carswell 6. Haer 6. Fredricks ft. Ollar 7. Milters 7. Benezue 7 Sisk fi. lionieo 8. Guntlier 8. Ledbetler ' ). Kendal 9. Johnstone (RM) 0. Go 10. ,j(jlinstone (RD) 10. Melton 10. Shepard SUPER SPECIAL Mr. Josephs Best Customer Weadon (The Boy With The FMowery Pen) Barbeque 10 Sep All Shellbacks enjoy Barbecue on Fantail r •rrr 16 Sep - 21 Sep Visit Hong Kong B.C.C. 22 Sep - 5 Oct Assigned Plane Guard for USS BON HOMME RICHARD (CVA-33) and Special Ops. 6 Oct - 21 Oct Assigned NGFS 27 Oct - 6 Nov Transit to Pearl Harbor... rrr rrr rrj. VY T - ' m m filB wpLi y k w f I? .4 Hong Kong 58 Hong Kong is a British Crown Colony consisting of H.K. Island (29 sq. mi.), the Kowloon Peninsula (3-1 4 sq. mi.), and the New Territories (365-1 2 sq. mi.). Of the total 3,700,000 (1970) population, over 99% is Chinese, the majority being Cantonese with that dialect prevailing, but English is commonly known in the urban areas. Of the 50,000 non-Chinese most are British Commonwealth subjects, with 5,000 American, 2,000 Portuguese, and 2,000 Japanese. handled predominantly in the Victoria Central District; and the wealthy residents predominantly on H.K. Island. Average wages run HK$ 150 500 with the largest expenditure being rent (25( HK to SI per sq. ft.) followed by food (HK$30 $50 per month per Chinese). Regarding economics, the Colony was originally established as a merchantile and military station and not as a settlement. During the 1800 ' s entrepot trade was built up but after WWII the emphasis switched to manufacturing, especially due to influx of Shanghainese with their textile factories. As for climate. Hong Kong is just within the tropics and in general is monoonal. Temperature rarely dips below 60 F or rises much above 80 F. The humidity is quite high all year round (70% 85%), but rainy days are confined mostly to the springtime with three quarters of 85 annual rainfall between May Sept. The colony ' s farming is predominantly in the New Territories; its industry predominantly in Kowloon and nearby New Territories; its commerce Hong Kong ' s name is derived from Heung Kong , meaning Fragrant Harbor , which was the Chinese name for an anchorage at Aberdeen (after Lord Aberdeen) so named because ships would take on fresh water from a spring nearby. Kowloon ' s name, meaning Nine Dragons is derived from an incident 800 years ago when boy Emperor Ping counted 8 hills and remarked there must be 8 dragons because of ancient belief that a dragon inhabits every mountain. His prime minister told him there were 9 dragons ( kow-loon ) since another ancient belief held that Emperors were dragons. 59 MEN OF DAVIDSON 60 OPERATIONS DEPARTMENT Operations Department ready for sea, sir — a single report to the Commanding Officer prior to sailing and yet the culmination of great planning and the commencement of long hours of execution. For, after the supplies are on board, the boilers lit off and the ammunition loaded, the men of the Operations Department step to the fore. Navigating from Pearl to WestPac and back, communicating with everyone we needed to, finding sense in a myriad of oporders, plans and messages and then executing the tasks contained therein all are part and parcel of the Operations Department. Whether it be carrier ops, gimline, surveillance or ASW or a transit to an interesting port of call, the Operations Department planned and executed all. Determining where, when, how fast and why, the Operations Department, USS DAVIDSON (DE-1045) successfully met the challenge of WestPac, 1970. WAHLIG, Leonard 0. LT Operations Officer Missouri NACCARATO, Frank J. LTJG Communications Officer SARANCHOCK, Andrew K. LTJG CIC Officer Pennsylvania ENNICO, Roddy R. LTJG Navigator New Jersey k 61 OC Division ■■(:Hli(:K I.Kl)liETTKR,(:harl.. . K ll •STilkKS SIDKIKV lloudld t.SMI Norlh Carolina T«- a I ' lJPS INKS. John II . KM I GrorRia ■BUB ' ANKILIN. Uobirl J . KM:i California ■BtN ' HtNtZLt. Ufnnii K,. SMJ Mississippi nWI- ( II II ll,i i,l f H lsN I .ililornij ■nil ■ KM.I K. Ki,k. II . M:i •■J(1H lOIINSdN. Irrri K , S l Indiana 62 MIKE MCLEAN. Mi.ha.l tt . KM! ■Bdir- MURGAN. Rfcsr R.. Jr. SM2 -SUN- MORGAN, Slanlrv R.. KM3 Arkansas Ore(;on ■NEAL SWEM, NealK.SiN Oregon ftOIIII ' l (Wlllli. II,, I . S IJ -ER NKIK- () ' i( IK. I r.,„k IIM. ' P.„„- ka,nd 63 OI Division MARTIN. Gordon C.RDC North Carolina ■•WILLY WILLUMS, Jriry W., RDI IIAVK STETSON, David A., ETC FKIIITS FRUITS, Gary J., RDl ■TEX ' CLIFTON. Jimmy C, Rl)3 Texas •■JOE COLLURA. Jo.« ' ph A., |r., RDSN BRUCE DEFOREST, Bruce A.. RD3 FRED FREDERICK, Timothy D., ETR2 KINGFISH CARAY, William S,, Jr.. RDSN JIM HENION, James H., ETN3 Mew Jersey Mlrhiean MirhiBan Ohio Colorado ■•JOHN- 1,1 M;n« |ul,„ l.Jr.K11.1 Heriii vlvaMia ■JOE ■ HIPPLE losephW III RD ' ' •■MIKE ' JOHNSTONE, Michael L., RDSN ■ ' DENNY KEMP. Dennis W, RD3 ■FLICKER KROEUER. Daniel C, RDSN ■- ' ■ ' Canada Missouri Ohio Massachusetts . -r f4 64 -MATT MATHEWS. [)i-nniii A., ETN3 ' OLE OLSON, Steven D., RD3 OZZIE OSBAN, Richaitl M., RD2 EASY RIDER RYLIER. RonaJd W., RDSN VV ' AULY WALSH. John P.. Rl)2 I 165 ON Division DOC HINTON. John R-. HMC Georgia DON TRIGGS. Donald D.. PN I New Mexico -JIM CUMNDNS. Jimmy W.. YNl Pennsylvania BILL BARTLETT. WiUiam E., QM3 Texas 66 JW COLES, lama W, Jr.. QM3 CaUfomia KEN CON FORTH. Kennclh Jr., SN New Jereey ■BOB GAMBLE. Robtrt D . SN Michigan •TtM • CI?P. Timolliy C . SN New Yorit HASTINGS. Ltwience D.. QM3 Nevidi KROCY KROGMAN, Muvm J.. QM3 Iowa GREG POOLE. Gregory A., QM2 Ohio ■Kdit RdKEKIS, l.„i,is.| , CI :i PRE K ' WILt, ' i M„l j.ll N:) Ijl ' Ji ' ia OkLliu.iia 67 WEAPONS DEPARTMENT IMol set, Plot shoot! , Station the Deck Rescue Detail for plane guard , Probe is seated ready to take on fuel. By sound-powered telephone, general announcing system, or word ol mouth the Weapons Department was called upon to perform a myriad of tasks during the deployment. From refuelings to personnel transfer tiie First Division contiiuially brought to the ship vital inputs. Second Division stored thousands of rounds of ammunition in DAVIDSON ' S magazines and brought it right back up to expend in gun mounts maintained in excellent condition by them. The Third Division kept the cornerstone of DAVIDSON ' S mission, ASW, in better operating ' condition than had ever been realized before. This feat was performed even thougli they stood extra watches in Gunnery Plot on the gunline and assisted Second Division in numerous underway replenishments. A most successful deployment for the Weapons Department was made possible only through the efforts of those men pictured in this book. Their unflagging strength and determination, their devotion to doing the job right contributed greatly to the reputation DAVIDSON received of being the Biggest Destroyer in WESTPAC . NORTON, James L. LT Weapons Officer North Carolina MORRIS, Stephen G. LTJG Gunnery Assistant Oregon MAYO, Robert E. LTJG ASW Officer Virginia 68 WEBB, Ernie M. CWO-2 Sonar Maintenance Officer California ZLIRCHER, WiUiam E. LTJG First Lieutenant Washington First Division PAtLL ENCS. P.iill A.. SN Califomia ■FHEDDV FREEMAN, Nti E.. SN Vfmiont LEKOV KIMBALL. Lfroy L , SN BILL LAFFERRE. William F., SN Weal Vii nia LEW LEWIS, Douglas C SN Wisconsin AL MANZONI. Edwaid E.. SN Ntw York ANIMAL MCKEE. Richard A., SN Ohio 70 Second Division PAT COLLINS. Patrick J. SN California •TACOS HERNANDEZ. Lairy T.. SN California WAVNE HOOSE, Robert W.. SN Ntw York ■BOB HULL, Robert E,.Jr.TM3 Alabama BILL B. ■ KIESNER, William K. GMC2 California 71 MOUSE KLEMAN. John F. CMC2 ■•MAC MCBRIDE,CuiJ„SN New York MUSKY MUSGROVE. HurtU G., FTG2 Florida MITTE S■ ' MITTERS, D.n, SN West Viipnu •LIFER LEIFERMAN, MichatI J., SN Oregon REGIE ROGERS. Lynn A., GMG2 T«a« RICH VAN KUREN, Richard F.. SN Ntw York SAMMY FIAME, Utuloto M., CMG3 Samoa JACK ROMEO, Jacks. SN Ccoigia ROD BOYCE. Roderick A.. STG3 CaUfomia 72 Third Division DL BURRIS. D.vid L. STC Michigan ■JERRY CUENTHER, Jsiry W., STC Wajthington SKI 4DAMSKI, Liwrtnc;  , STG3 e v York JOHN BOWMAN, Minor J . STf;3 Flonlia BOBBY DARST, Robtrt J.. STC3 Kentucky GEORGE DUNN. Ccoijc L., Jr. STG3 DON GIBBONS, Donald W.. STC2 Tenncwc MaMachuactU BOB GRANT, Robert B , yrG2 Oregon MATS MATSUSHIMA, Guy S., STG3 GORILLA PAWS MEEK, John W., STCSN Kanufl 73 74 ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT Ready to answer all bells, sir was the report given to the Commanding Officer early on the morning of 26 May. A few minutes later with the tugs cast off and loved ones disappearing in the distance Davidson ' s Engineers provided the power to nudge the bow of this 3200 ton warship into the blue Pacific on her way to WestPac. Miles later after prt)vidiiig heat, water, electricity, air conditioning, and routine maintenance and repair to the ship ' s equipments and structure tiie order Secure Main Engines came from the bridge. Once again the Engineering Department consisting of Machinist Mates, Boiler Tenders, Shipfitters, Damage Controlmen, Engineers, Electricians, and Internal Communications Technicians had completed a successful deployment providing propulsion, the comforts of home, and those all important going home turns that brought us all back to Flawaii. DAVIS, David W. Ill LT Engineer Officer Maryland NICARICO, Thomas J. LT Former Engineer Officer FERGUSON, Robert D. LTJG MPA Indiana CARSWELL, Charles C. LTJG DCA Massachusetts 75 M Division I PAUL ALTHOUSE, Paul J., MM3 Peniuylvanu CHUNKY ANKNEY. Michael F. Ohio TIMMY ASSELIN, Timothy E.. BT3 Washington STEVE BADGER, Slevcn K.. YN3 Iowa BEETLE BAILEY, Tctry L. OkUhoma 76 ( FISH nSHER, Mich«d ]. Cinada ■JOE ' JOVANELLV. JamesJ, FN Mirhigan FREDDY FREEMAN, Dale C, HM.1 Kcniuekv VINCENT GRAVES. Vincrnl M.. FA Indiana JOJU CAVAZOS, Jootph, BT3 Michigan NICK KOLILIANOS, Ni.holas. FN MAC MC CORD, Vtraon L. Waahin on JOHNNV MYERS, John W., BT3 Waahington ■LARRY HABDAS. Lawrence. MBT Michigjti RALPH NE NN. Ralph W, BT2 Wiaconain HARRY SHEARER, Hany A , PcniuTyhrania RUDY VALDEZ, RodoUo C, MM2 Hawaii GUS WABBEL. Harold W. California •COUNTRY WRIGHT, Hairy L. Oklahoma 77 R Division ■HtNRY HOLLAND. Charles H, EMCM Illinois BUBBA GOGCANS, Doug. MMI STHIMi BRAN JORDAN. Kichard P.MRl Vircinia ■•BiLL BAKER.WiUaiinP. FN MasK3chusrtl8 •JIM BOEHM, Jimmy L . MM.1 ■GARY BRUNMEIER, Gary E . 1C3 Oregon 78 HIIMK ■ Host, Paul t. .UCh.N ■■SHEEPDOG SHEPARD, John C, DC3 Califomij ■■WEB WEBLEY. Oliver A., FN Califomu ■KEN WIEMAN. Kcnl C. SFP3 Wisconsin ■■KEN WOOD, Kcnnclh C, IC3 Ohio 5«SH r— •y- ' 79 SUPPLY DEPARTMENT GRISWOLD, Robert E. LT Supply Officer Georgia STITES, John Dudley II LTJG Disbursing Officer Tennssee During DAVIDSON ' S WestPac tour the Supply Departnii-iit provided repair parts support for tlie ship ' s systems through its stocks and re(]uisitioning. Tlic Commissary Division provided thousands of meals using many tons of provisions and cooking around tlie clock. The Disbursing Office provided the financial services to the crew and that ever popular and needed— pay. The laundry service on board gave clean uniforms for times in port and for those exciting night watches on the Gun Line. And for those with money left, the Ship ' s Store provided everything from candy to razors and a wide selection of foreign merchandise to add to the crew ' s WestPac loot . HOLTZ, Richard E. LT Fomier Supply Officer 80 Supply Division COMBAT CHRISTENSEN. Robert N.. SKC New Jcreey BILLY SWILLEY. Billy F.. SKI MiBsiaappi ■CHARLIE BUTRtlM. Charies F. SH 1 Kenlucky BO BOTELHO. Vemon, CSl Hawaii 4 81 82 -DANNY RAMOS. DaniJo 1., TN Rcpublif of the PhJippmcs • ' RIC ' ROHE. RichaHP..SK2 ABET SIMBIILAN. Alberto 0.. TN Republir of the Philippines ■TEDDY SIMBULAN, Teodoro V.. CS3 Republic of the Philippines SMITTY SMITH. Dale 0.. SN Oregon •  , BRAD THOMPSON. Aaron B,, FA BERT SLUSHER, Bert L.. SK3 ART WARTELL, Arthur J., SN WES WESTON, Godfrey W.. SN STAN PHELPS. StuJey S.. SN Texan ■■MEL 1.:AKAS, MHvin.TN Caltfomia LARRY HILTON. Larry H.. SK3 California BILLY LANE. Will. am. SN Virginia 84 DAVIDSON CREW AT WORK 85 Is EMCON dead? (Help put the 40 in standby, cancel flight OPS) 86 HV: ' ..THI CTIll) Aht.X nr.i.i ' (iin Ml. HOHI ll) H-H!;il, N ]. (IM. .if ' 0 ' „ V-— r 87 88 I - I 89 . 92 93 7 Nov Moored BRAVO Piers Pearl Harbor. HOMEPORT HAWAII 94 As we finish this third Western Pacific cruise in DAVIDSON, each and every one of you can be very proud of the part you played in her success. We, the officers and men of DAVIDSON, have considered it a great privilege to have faced the many challenges during our deployment. We all recognized our responsibility to our country, to our Navy, and to ourselves, which all made us do our very best to make our loved ones at home proud of DAVIDSON. The men in DAVIDSON are the finest I have ever had the fortune to sail with. I will always consider it my greatest honor to have served with the men of DAVIDSON as we strove to bring her safely through her third cruise. Through the devotion and diligence of many men, she has performed as a ship that we can all be proud of. RICHARD C. SMITH COMMANDER, USN 95 PLANK OWNER ' S CORNER PLANK OWNER: A Person who served aboard ship from its commissioning. ICl AMBROSIO SMI STOKLEY MMl LAWSON CRUISEBOOK STAFF Allen Publishing Company - 1420 North Central Park Avenue - Anaheim, California