Essex (LHD 2) - Naval Cruise Book

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M ' » imn fl ■Jm ICIockwise from upper lleft: Scenic Sentosa Is- land beckons Essex Sail- ors and Marines for lib- erty. Ttie Terror Club at Sembawang provides rest and relaxation for the crew. The famous Singapore Merlion 1 protects inhabitants and visitors alike! A tour group visits one of Singapore ' s many temples. A pedacab provides convenient transportation for three of Essex ' Off leers enjoying a night on the town. Main Space performs for the crew.

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Clockwise from upper left: An Essex crewmember is silhouetted against a strilcing Thai sunset. One of the odd geological displays near the island of Phuket. A lively group of AIM D Sailors enjoying their jeep tour of the island. One of the many underwater caves found around Phuket. Many Essex Sailors and Marines found the exotic white sand beaches the best place to spend their liberty! Two liberty hounds pose for their picture on a busy street in Patong, the main resort location in Phuket. The Essex as viewed from a departing liberty boat rides serenely at anchor. ■ i v lg 10 . ' IHI i - r i 4i ■ ' ■ 9 mk --- . ■ •- ' ' ' --•■-• ™«™ -4 ' --jggpM«MMi||g|