Los Alamos (AFDB 7) - Naval Cruise Book

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gba-mn --1---.Mi ...Mr .m,2 1 i- :J-,ms1r.s4..a5Qg1QJ:eL'ff.24i.iz-ifmid..'giL-Ati 1 1 P An Inactivation Party was held 14 September 1991, at the Royal Marine Hotel, Hunter's Quay. It was held early in order to ensure the full crew was able to participate. Above, this sign greeted the guests as they entered the hall. Below, this Drydock Cake was created by Black's of Dunoong note the Flying Bridge at top of photo The skipper made his opening remarks, commented on the cake, and announced his immediate intention: To eat the Flying Bridge! Imagine his surprise when, a few seconds later, he dis- covered it was nothing more than icing-covered wood! A pity no one caught that moment on film ! N YM v W ...J 4 f 7 J X f'5wZ 'Y L51 l ' ' '.