Leyte (CVA 32) - Naval Cruise Book

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Upper Left: Tactical signals which are displayed during general quarters. This is one means by which ships are maneuvered during such an operation. The flag signals preceded other types of signals by many years. They are still one of the surest means of commu- nication. Center: Signalman Beardsley seen on the signal bridge where he is engaged in delivering u administrative messages. The semaphore method of communication is the fastest visual means. It is restricted at times because ships must be in close proximity for effective communication. Upper Right: The most often used method of visual communication is the flashing light. Stafford operates a twelve-inch light on signal bridge. The range of the light is very great, and it is possible for a ship far over the horizon to receive a message. Lower Left: The Bunting signal flags used by the O-S Division require a great deal of special care. Simpson, petty officer-in-charge of bunting repair, sees that they are stored properly when not in use and that they are free from rips and tears. 1 Center: Super-Binoculars are used for spotting visual messages from other ships and for other specialized purposes. Swartz peers through the glasses on the signal bridge as Chief Way looks on. Chief Way is in charge of all operations on the signal bridge. Lower Right: Carothers is a supervisor of the signal bridge watch, As such, he must keep a complete record of all incoming and out- going messages. All messages must be checked to b t ' h l ' ' ' e cer am t at tiey are correct and that they are free of restricted information. STILL ANOTHER phase of the complex business of communications is the Signal Department, commonly called the OS Division. The men of this division com- prise the eyes of the ship. The Signal Division works in close coordination with the pilot house, keeping it informed as to the where- abouts of nearby ships and looking for other pertinent occurrences. It is through this division that a vast number of the ship's messages are transmitted and received. Utilizing all visual types of communication from hand signals to flashing lights, these men perform an invaluable service during times when other means of communication are not practicable. The LEYTE quartermaster signalmen have earned a high position of respect from other ships.

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