Fanning (FF 1076) - Naval Cruise Book

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I wish to extend my personal congratula- tions and appreciation to all members of Midway Battle Group for their outstanding performance and dedication during the cur- rent extended deployment to the Indian Ocean Arabian Sea areas. The presence of the Midway battle group was a significant contribution towards peace and stability in an area of the world which is vital to U.S. interests. I am keenly aware of the many hardships and sacrifices involved in pro- longing an already significantly extended deployment which included an absence throughout the Holiday season. In the face of these difficulties, the professionalism of those involved is all the more commend- able and reflects the highest traditions of the United States Military service. ADM. R.L.J. LONG COMMANDER-IN-CHIEF CIFIC COMMAND PA-

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m I wish to extend my sincere appreciation and congratu- lations for your consistantly outstanding performance during recently completed extended operations in the Indian Ocean. Through your efforts Battle Group Alfa has demonstrated that the U.S. Navy is ready to re- spond when called upon anywhere in the world In sup- port of national objectives. Your good spirit and fine sense of duty throughout extended contingency operations which Included spending the holiday season far from loved ones are most commendable. Your personal sacrifices are ap- preciated by your fellow Americans, and your comple- tion of this arduous assignment with such great suc- cess Is In keeping with the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. Well done and Godspeed as you return to your home- ports and well-deserved reunions with loved ones. It has been an honor and pleasure for me to have served with you. RADM W.A. GURECK CTG 70.1

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-■■ : I . ' ..;.■■,. . ■ Since we of Battle Group 70.2 will have de- parted CAMEL STATION when you return and become a part of battle group 70.1, I want to pass to you and your entire crew a well deserved BZ for your entire perfor- mance while operating as part of Battle Group B (TG 70.2) and for the profession- al manner in which you were able to get underway on short notice for these sus- tained operations. I am extremely proud of FANNING ' s ability to maintain the ultimate in operational readiness and sustained per- formance. You have added great credit to the professional reputation of FANNING and the Black Cat Squadron, DESRON THIRTEEN. My thanks and appreciation to you and your crew for the superb job you are doing in Seventh Fleet. Well Done! COMMODORE ALLEN, COMDESRON THIRTEEN