Epping Forest (LSD 4) - Naval Cruise Book

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COMMANDER JOHN A. HACK USN Cleveland, Ohio U. S. Naval Academy A deeply religious man, Commander Hack never rested when it came to helping the members of his crew. His greatest concern was the welfare and happiness of the men he led for nearly ten months. His career included many schools and training programs which account for his expert command of the ship. In April of 1952 he was relieved of this command by Commander F. C. Fallon USN at Buckner Bay, Okinawa, and is now at ComCruDesPac. He has the hearty well wishes of the crew for the continuation of his success throughout his Naval career.

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USS EPPING FOREST OUR FAR EASTERN CRUISE 1952 and 1953 LSD 4

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FOREWORD This was but one of many cruises to the Western Pacific by ships and men in the Navy ' s fight against com- munism — but to us it was the most important one. It is hoped that the pages which follow will always recall the comradeship aboard and the spirit which lived in the Epping Forest during these days. In work, in prayer, and in play we made many happy memories together. To these memories of our ship- mates this book is dedicated. J. A. HACK