Fletcher (DD 445) - Naval Cruise Book

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Zifyfib- 4. :-EL' - 53? riff- X3-Q U. S. S. FLETCHER DD-445 FPO Son Francisco 96601 In revlv refer for Tb the Officers and Men of FLETCHER: Now that we have returned to our homes and loved ones, the many experiences we shared during our WEST PAC cruise begin to fade into uemories. This cruise-book will, I hope, bring these memories into sharper focus as, in future years, we look through its pages. During the cruise our duties were constantly varied. In every instance you responded efficiently and effectively to each new challenge. During our gunfire support missions off Viet Nam you willingly endured the unusually long hours to insure that FLETCHER was able to meet each and every one of her many commitments. Although we spent the great majority of our time at sea, we were also able to enjoy many fascinating hours ashore in the Far East. Your exemplary conduct ashore earned for FLETCHER a reputation for fine dis- cipline. Our rare opportunity to sail South, revisiting many of the famous battle-grounds of World War II, and visiting Sydney, Australia, was a perfect finale to a rewarding cruise. The transit enabled all of us to enter the Realm of King Neptune and become Trusty Shellbacks, the saltiest of seafaring men. Although for most of us other cruises lie ahead, in future years we shall all, I hope, review this one with the continuing satisfaction one gains from the knowledge that he has earned a hearty - Well Done. Tig L MORGAN Com ande Comman, g,- W' 'Ill'-A 41? if .' K,-' Y ,' ., ,- U.S.S. F lm:,QiD.gL5j . f,1...1sws..-sf-rf.Luat:rgv.e:5.afi ,, ,g,,25,,:,, V ,Y , ,A fx as -ev1::.:s..,.:,- QL.-.am-'A-.,-,