Leyte Gulf (CG 55) - Naval Cruise Book

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Toulon, France Toulon IS the largest French Naval Base on the Mediterra- nean coast. The crew spent time on liberty enjoying smash sandwiches and refreshments at several water- front cafes. Some LEYTE GULF Sailors took advantage of the con- venient rail system, journeying to Pans, Nice, and Monaco. Each region of French has its own culinary specialties and the most no- ticeable custom was the eating of the mam meal at noon. 91

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Corfu And Rhodes, Greece Rhodes is a historic island dominated by an imposing 15th century walled city, Greek temples and miles of unspoiled beaches. One of the seven wonders of the an- cient world, The Colossus of Rhodes, once overlooked the city harbor. Corfu gave us the opportunity to relax on the beach and walk the narrow, picturesque streets, observing the little squares and churches with their tall belfries. When the sightseeing was done in these wonderful Greek cities, many crewmembers set out to enjoy the superb dining experiences with such favorites as souvlakia, dolmades, gyros and baklava. 90

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Haifa, Israel Through Haifa, LEYTE GULF sailors were able to access much of the Holy Land including Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Masada, and the Dead Sea. Jerusalem is the religious capi- tal to half of the human race. For the Jews, it is a reminder of their past glories and represents their hopes for the future. For the Christians, it is the city of Jesus ' last ministry and the city which saw Jesus die and rise from the dead. For the Moslems, it is the city where the Prophet Mohammed is believed to have ascended to heaven.