Duluth (LPD 6) - Naval Cruise Book

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»1 «J ' - e jS DE DICATIOIV H y This cruisebook is a pictorial essay depicting the Navy ' s finest amphib- ian in action. Eighteen months ago we established a goal that our ship would set operational, maintenance, and habitability standards that would be judged. Our success in fulfilling this mission rests not in some hollow protestation, it is a matter of official record. The formula for our accomplishments lies in the essence of the American ideal; that any objec- tive can be attained by applying positive leadership to such basic human concepts as teamwork, hard work, and discipline. Consequently this crui- sebook is dedicated to the crew of the Navy ' s premier assault amphibian. In particular we have identified groups who not only contributed to the overall performance of the ship, but who established personal goals and completed same. Those sailors who enrolled in ESWS, PACE, and daily physical fitness training sought mental and or physical improvement. Their tenacious efforts benefitted themselves, their shipmates, and the United States Navy. We salute those who have dedicated themselves to the achievement of collective and personal goals, yours is the spirit of the true professional. I am honored to have served with you. Keep charging — OOORAAAHHH!!! L.F. PICOTTE Commanding Officer 1 ' — y J 2 DEDICATION

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WEST PAC USS DULUTH (LPD-6) DEPLOYMENT JUNE 18, 1987- DECEMBER 18, 1987

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FORWARD Western Pacific Deployment WESTPAC ; the term stirs different emotions in all of us. For some, it meant lengthy separation from family and friends, for others, it meant the adventure, excitement and intrigue of the Pacific and Far East. For all it meant new challenges to face and overcome. To each, WESTPAC 87 meant a professional pride, a commitment to excellence. WESTPAC 87 brought us to Okinawa, Japan; the Republic of the Philippines; Pattaya Beac h, Thailand; the country of Singapore; Perth, Australia; Pohang and Pusan, Korea and Pearl Harbor, Hawaii. Along the journey, DULUTH took full advantage of every opportunity to train and quality ship personnel. The inside joke in the squadron was DULUTH was not on WESTPAC, but rather on WESTBUFF 87 . Much to their envy and dismay, DULUTH was not only the cleanest ship, but the finest amphibious ship in the squadron. DULUTH ' S sustained superior performance, exemplary material readiness, unparalled attention-to-detail, and model professionalism have become the standard by which all other amphibious ships are judged. Proceeding from overhaul to deployment in less than one year, and maintaining exemplary performance throughout the deployment is the result of total commitment of DULUTH ' S crew to professional excellence. USS DULUTH achieved a remarkable high level of excellence across a wide spectrum of amphibious operations. While in every port, DULUTH engaged in sporting events when available. In Singapore the basketball team competed against one of Singapore ' s national basketball teams. In the Philippines, DULUTH sponsored a ten kilometer run complete with finish line festivities; T-shirts and trophy. While in Subic Bay, Republic of the Philippines, DULUTH participated and won the eleven event Professional Olympics sponsored by Commander, Amphibious Squadron Five. USS DULUTH, during WESTPAC 87, achieved and substained a level of excellence often aspired to, but seldom, if ever, attained. By any standard of achievement, DULUTH truely represents professional pride, the total crew commit- ment to excellence. FORWARD 3