Essex (CVA 9) - Naval Cruise Book

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Cornrnander VV'il1ie.r11 Joseph Moran Even though he is still a relative newcomer to ESSEX, Commander Moran has already won us over by his reserved and careful manner and genuine and easy Warmth. He is the third Exec We have known since we have the yards at Norfolk and contrasts with his predecessors as they did before him. You are already a part of ESSEX, Commander . . . Welcome aboard.

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Xiiwsxgsc A is SSRN X A X W xx Cornrnander Roy P. G-ee We'll miss yooo when you're gonnnne, Roy Peeeee Geeeeeej' sang the Birdcage Four at the farewell party for Commander Gee in the ESSEX Wardroom. It summed up our feelings at tlieideparture of a man we had come to know well and admire, first as OPS Oiiicer, then as Exec With his beret at a rakish angle and cigar tilted jauntily he led us on the beach. With his gruff, good-natured concern he dealt with our problems on the ship as his own high ideals dictated. In the rank of Captain at his next duty he carries with him the best wishes of ESSEX which he served.

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