Long Beach (CGN 9) - Naval Cruise Book

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THE SEAL . : y %i Ti- The ship ' s seal is representative of the LONG BEACH m ss ox , summarizing it in the motto Strike Hard, Strike Home . The capability of the LONG BEACH to Strike Hard, Strike Home is her three missile systems, symbolized in the seal by the triple tridents. The missile systems are designed to operate offensively against air, surface or submarine threats making the LONG BEACH an effective tactical weapon. To combine this with the advantage of nuclear power, no refueling, is to further increase the effective- ness of her role by allowing virtually unlimited cruising ability. Nuclear power is represented in the seal by the sun. The anchor-carrying eagle stands for the sea power possessed by the LONG BEACH, one of the strongest in the surface fleet; a capability of conducting far-ranging opera- tions independent of logistical support. The final symbol, the seashell, portrays the city of Long Beach, California, the ship ' s namesake; and it symbolizes all the qualities of adventure inherent in a sailor ' s life. Adventure with a mission of naval strength, composed of nuclear propulsion and three missile systems, is exactly the reason for the U.S.S. LONG BEACH (CGN-9).

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CAPT. FREDERICK TRIGGS COMMANDING OFFICER USS LONG BEACH (CGN-9) Captain Frederick Triggs III, USN, was born in Newark, New Jersey, on 22 August 1939, son of Mr. Mrs. Frederick E. Triggs II. He graduated from Chatham High School in Chatham, New Jersey in 1957. On 7 June 1961, Captain Triggs graduated from the United States Naval Academy and was commissioned as an Ensign. He was subsequently advanced to the rank of Captain on 1 July 1981, and in February 1982, Captain Triggs assumed command of the nuclear powered guided missile cruiser, U.S.S. LONG BEACH (CGN-9). Captain Triggs ' first duty assignment was with the USS LEONARD F. MASON (DD-852) where he served as the Damage Control Assistant and Main Propulsion Assistant. In 1963, he commenced nuclear power training and subsequently served in USS LONG BEACH (CGN-9), USS TRUXTUN (DLGN-35), and USS CALIFORNIA (CGN-36). Shore assignments have included instructor duty at nuclear power training units and at the CNO ' s Senior Officer Ship Material Readi- ness course at Idaho Falls, Idaho. Captain Triggs had command of the USS DAVID R. Ray (DD-971) from May 1979 to May 1981 prior to assuming command of the U.S.S. LONG BEACH. (CGN-9). U.S.N, Captain Triggs is married to the former Miss Judith L. Walters, of Chatham, New Jersey. They have two children and currently residein San Diego, California. During his naval career, Captain Triggs has earned the following awards: Meritorious Service medal; Navy Commendation Medal (with gold star); Navy Achievement Medal; Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal; Vietnam Service Medal; Meritorious Unit Commenda- tion; Navy Expeditionary Medal; Sea Service Ribbon and the Navy E Ribbon.