Essex (LHD 2) - Naval Cruise Book

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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|

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Clockwise from upper left: Kayaking near Patong Beach. Inside one of the ornate Buddhist temples, with giant heads of the Bud- dha made of real gold! The Essex Chief Petty Officers Mess holds a CPO party with the exotic scenery of the Thai Jungle in the back- ground. 0S1 Steinmanand 0S2 Home show that with a little practice, (and luck) anyone can master the art of riding a Thai elephant!