Fletcher (DD 992) - Naval Cruise Book

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S The 'Ho Down' in full swing. Hey XO, where did all this food come from? I Fantanl Cookouts f2 ET2 Hammack scarf's down. Yes mom, I cleaned my plate, says SN Cargill

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The boys from WE Division chow doum. WL i--h ' ' sv moms' Fantail Cookouts Cookouts were a chance for all of us to get together and break up the boredom of the many long days at sea. They gave us a chance to relax,... considerably. l V' Good Burger! It's not just a job...and it's better than flipping burgers at McDonald's. ww No! I'm not a tourist! GSMFN Bloomlield. ls it lunch time yet?

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Swim Call or ,lg 'f 014, we 4 While cruising in the Indian Ocean the only way off the ship .N or was over the side and into the water. Tropical climates provided 'f near bathwater temperatures for those who took the plunge. 47 The motor whaleboat was cast off to protect swimmers from sharks and the elements, while the Captain's gig supplied beer T for thirsty swimmers on occasion. IC2 Fletcher takes theabig plunge. Just what the Doc prescribes, HM3 Donohue A ik is -. as N. if T , cool-I Sakgxqaa . l The local beer boat