Grand Canyon (AD 28) - Naval Cruise Book

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When weather and sea conditions forced cancellation of boating, GRAND CANYON came to the aid of many men stranded ashore, with typical can-do spirit. We are very grateful for the hospitality extended. — Commanding Of- ficer, USS SYLVANIA (AFS-3). 80

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GRAND CANYON ' S Dental Department rendered extensive treatment to personnel of this command— the most efficient and of the greatest magnitude ever ex- perienced in a similar period from a destroyer tender. The desire to provide the best possible service is in- dicated not only by the large amount of treatment pro- vided, but also by the fact that immediately after the arrival of BACHE in Naples a representative of the Dental Department came aboard and commenced screening records. This is representative of the out- standing assistance provided by GRAND CANYON in all areas of repair and service. — Commanding Of- ficer. USS BACHE (DD-470).

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Sincere gratitude and hearty well done to your mike boat crew. GRAND CANYON prompt action initially saved the day. Without your help two destroyers would have suffered severe damage when their anchors broke loose. — Commander De- stroyer Division 242.