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Tl-IIZNS THE CITY OF ETERNAL SUMMER has a history that is shrouded in darkness and mystery. Little is known of the early days of Athens except that she has an origin which dates back to more than ten centuries before the birth of Christ. Exactly how far back we do not know. We do know, however, that her most flourishing period was in the fifth century B. C. Athens is situated on the central plain of Attica, which is bounffed on the north and northwest by Mounts Parnes and Aegaleos, east and northeast by Pentelikon and Hymettos and on the south by the Gulf of Athens, an arm of the Agean Sea. The site is irregular, the city having been built on and around several hills rising from the plain. The principal eminence Within the city boundary is the Acropolis, the site first built on by the ancient Greeks. This 'mighty hill towers high above' the surrounding hills of the city and is visible for miles around. West from the Acropolis is a lower hill called the Areopagus, southwest from the Areopagus lies the Pynx Hill and near this is the famous Museum Hill. Athens has been known throughout the world as a center of culture and leaifning since her very beginning. The first principles of modern philosophy and mathematics were ex- pounded by her native sons. Home of such mental giants as Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, she has given the world an invaluable store of knowledge. The genius of early Athenian architects may be witnessed by observing some of the ruins still existing there. Some of the rnost treasured examples of architecture the world has seen are to be found on the Acropolis and other parts of Athens. Most of these structures have legendary inspira- tions which were held sacred by the Greek of that day. Athens has suffered from the wars of Europe almost from the very day she was founded. In 1456 Athens fell into the hands of the Turks but was soon made free again. During the recent war she was plundered by German troops, and the Acropolis, once the home of democratic thinking, was made to bear the Nazi flag. She is still in the process of recovering from this last conflict which left its mark so plainly on her features. ' Top: From Athens, a tour was conducted to the nearby city of Corinth. The city abounds with historic ancient ruins. CDR Const. Chryssanthis of the Royal Hellenic Navy was greeted by L'I. C. R. Clark, USNR, when he visited the Leyte. A Greek Orphan aspires to fill the shoes of Chief Lakin, Leyte bandmaster. 200 orphans were received aboard for party. Virgil Ritter, a native of Athens Q0hioj by birth, receives a free hot dog at the serv1cemen's canteen, Athens, Greece. 182
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'eff THE S-4 DIVISION consists of Stewards and Stewards- i men who prepare and serve food for the ward room mess and the warrant oflicers mess. Members of the captain's mess, under Chief Constantino, also serve as a part of this division. Another duty of this division lies in the clean- ing of OHSICCIJS staterooms. This job is supervised by Chief VVhite who has served in this position for several years. The food is prepared and served under the guidance of Chief Miller. He must check the food continually during its preparation to be certain that it meets the high quality standard required. There is no room in the S-4 Division for those who are not willing to work, under the rigid standards of perfec- tion set here. Upper Leftzh The Men of the S-4 Division were honored by representing the Leyte in a Memorial Day parade at Portsmouth, Virgi- nia. The thirty-two men of the S-4 drill team took all honors and led the parade in grand style. Drillmaster-LTJG H. L. Sumner. Upper Right: The Activities of the S-4 Division center around the officer's wardroom. A steward is on watch throughout the day k I l l f ff to eep a sresi supp y o co ee available. H. R. Hogan, TN, prepares to serve a pot to the Executive Officer in his cabinl Lower Left: Chief White inspects some choice cuts of steak before turning them over to E. Cox, SD2, who will fry them to the officers' liking. After being cooked, they will be served piping-hot by expertly trained stewards. Center: Tomatoes, lettuce, carrots, and a dash of salad dressing are the ingredients which are blended in just the right proportions k S4 l d F to ma e an - sa a . . G. Manly, SD2, tosses the salad prior to separating it into individual portions. Lower Right: These are the men who prepare the Commanding Officer's meals and care for his cabin. C. Javier, TNQ A. O. Constan- tino, SDCg F. Domulot, TNg VV. Daguman, TNQ F. Garcia, TNQ R. A. Basa, SD33 and R. Frias, SDS.
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