Duncan (FFG 10) - Naval Cruise Book

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Donald B. Duncan Leadership Award The Donald B. Duncan Leader- ship Award was established to rec- ognize outstanding performance, individual contribution and demon- strated leadership among Duncan ' s Chief Petty Officers. Nobody has epitomized this award better than BMCS Little. As First Lieutenant, he established Duncan ' s superb rep- utation in the areas of seamanship, ship appearance and job profession- alism. Especially noteworthy is the professional and safe manner in which he carries out potentially dangerous evolutions such as UNREP, small boat ops, linehan- dling, anchoring and flight ops. Senior Chief Little ' s accomplish- ments and contributions are not limited to Deck Division though. As Repair Party Leader and senior member of the DCET, he played a key role in Duncan ' s receipt of a second consecutive red DC and Battle E . While these achieve- ments are meritorious in them- selves, Senior Chief Little ' s dynamic leadership is beyond com- pare. His sincere concern for his men combined with mission oriented goal setting has resulted in a division of devoted and profes- sional men. Additionally, his infor- mal discussions and personal example has shaped the careers of Duncan ' s junior officers. Senior Chief Little: a true professional, a natural leader and the 1983 Donald B. Duncan Leadership Award wanner. BMCS Little receives the DBD Leadership Award Keeping a watchful eye on refueling operations

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RMl Warner Duncan Sailors of the Year. BMl Titze During this past 12 months, RMl Warner has made significant contri- butions towards Duncan ' s smooth transition into the Naval Reserve Force. As a member of the reserve nucleus crew, Petty Officer Warner was assigned various demanding administrative functions in prepa- ration for Duncan ' s actual transfer in Jan 84. He completed these jobs on time with exceedlingly high standards. Working in a non-drill status. Petty Officer Warner spent many hours assisting the active duty crew as they prepared for major inspections. Through his meticulous work habits and job ded- ication, RMl Warner promotes har- monious w orking relationships between active duty crew and selected reservists. In summary, Petty Officer Warner not only pos- sesses the initiative, aggressive- ness and thoroughness of an outstanding administrator, but also has the characteristic charisma and enthusiasm of a natural leader. As a result of his many accomplish- ments, RMl Warner has been selected as Duncan ' s Reserve Sailor of the Year for FY84. Throughout FY83, BMl Titze demonstrated sustained outstand- ing performance both as leading BM and in the execution of his collateral duties. He is the type of individual who enjoys getting involved and his enthusiasm and desire to contribute made a dramatic positive impact on every aspect of shipboard life. His ability to instill pride and profes- sionalism into his subordinates is demonstrated daily by the safe and seamanlike manner that deck evo- lutions are accomplished. As a bridge watchstander, Petty Officer Titze has established himself as pro- fessional, know ledgeble and has demonstrated the good judgement required prior to being designated JOOD underway. Finally, BMl Titze ' s professional abilities are greatly enhanced by his personal qualities; he is a mature, articulate individual w ho possesses charis- matic leadership. Petty Officer Titze ' s sustained superior perfor- mance and dedication to excellence has distinguished him as Duncan ' s Active Duty Sailor of the Year for FY84. 45

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The CO pins on Master Chief anchors BMCS Little concentrates on a perfect approach BMC Medill and MMCM Jones bid farewell to BMCM Little -A i hNaMM Hi f Senior Chief right in the action during towing