Everglades (AD 24) - Naval Cruise Book

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COMMANDER EDWARD R. HUNT, USN EXECUTIVE OFFICER Commander Edward R. Hunt, USN, originally a native of Louis- iana and presently residing in Norfolk, Virginia, was commiss- ioned in the Naval Reserve and ordered to active duty in 1941. During World War II he served on Destroyer type vessels, transferring to the regular Navy in 1946. In his Naval career, he has served on board the U.S.S. LAMBERTON CDMS-23, the U.S.S. GEORGE-CLYMER CAPA- 2'Ug and at the following com- mands: Sub Grp. II fFla grpj Lantres Fltg General Line Schoolg Amphibious Warfare School Qu- antico, and Gunfire Support School, Natu Lant. On 23 September 1952, Cdr. Hunt reported onboard the EVERGLADES as Executive Officer. From the start it was apparent that here was an Exec with an abiding interest in his men. He knew that three square and a rack are not enough to make a happy crew, and has battled for every feasible project which would raise the morale of the ship. llbclgnaamirlimenl emails ,T .2 'ii' R-f 5 Q . in xl l .. U

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CAPTAIN WILLIAM M. FOSTER, USN COMMANDING OFFICER. Captain W. M. Foster was born in Tuscaloosa, Ala. He attended the University of Alabama and Marion Institute before entering the U. S. Naval- Academy from which he graduated in 1930. Before Pearl Harbor, Captain Foster served on the U. S. S. Pensacola, U. S. S. Indianapolis and the U. S. S. Northampton. During World War'-II he saw duty with the Destroyer Force, U. S. Pacific Fleet. Following his service as Chief of Staff, Commander Task Flotilla Six, Captain Foster was assigned by Admiral Halsey as Commander, Prisoner of War Rescue Group for the 5th Fleet. In this capacity he directed the rescue, processing and repatriation of 21.000 prisoners of war from Eastern Honshu. Among his many decorations, he holds the Silver Star Medal award and the Gold Star Qin lieu of the Silver Star Medalj for participation in raids on Ormoc Bay, and landings in the Phillipines. After two years as Commanding Officer Ser- vice School Command, Great Lakes, Ill. Captain Foster reported on board the U.S.S. EVERGLADES on 1 September 1952 for duty as commanding officer. A ready smile, a hearty laugh, an ear for humor, an easy-nonchalance and a quiet dignity distinguish the skipper of the Everglades. Having served with both land and sea naval activities for over a quarter century, he has developed a bearing and manner which engender immediate liking and respect. He is a leader, men work to please. A MESSAGE FROM THE SKIPPER Each task we performed during this cruise, menial thought it may have seemed at the time, was a contribution towards world peace. May those who follow us perform as well, and may those in authority who guide the destinies of the world, be led by the hand of GOD along the RIGHT path. fs! W. M. FOSTER Captain, USN

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