Mahlon Tisdale (FFG 27) - Naval Cruise Book

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Throughout the period of time that has been detailed in the pages of this cruise book, the crew of Mahlon S, Tisdale has performed magnificently. Challenged with the most demanding operating schedule of her 13 year history, the crew responded superbly. Every mission and every exercise was accomplished safely and profession- ally. The men of this ship have been outstanding ambassadors of good will and great representatives of the United States of America and the U. S. Navy during visits to nine separate ports in five countries. Together, the Tisdale Team has accomplished a great deal and has been frequently recognized by our superi- ors. Some excerpts from our bosses' comments: Mahlon S. Tisdale served as a world class example in Fleet Week and represented the Navy in an outstanding fashion. RADM W.D. Center, U.S. Navy, Commander NAVBASE San Francisco You were always ready for new challenges and responded immediately to requirements, be it heavy weather replenishment, boarding, Anti-Air Warfare, Close-in Anti-Submarine Warfare or anything else. It has been a pleasure working with a ship as motivated and enthusiastic as Tisdale. CAPTAIN G.V. Davidson, Canadian Navy, Commander Allied Naval Forces for Exercise MARCOT 95 This unique and challenging exercise UTFEX 95-31 was an unqualified success. The many benefits of this effort were the result of your outstanding cooperation, dedication, flexibility, and hard work. Please accept my sincere appreciation and a hearty Well Done to all your personnel. VADM C.C. Lautenbacher, U.S. Navy, Commander THIRD Fleet Your outstanding accomplishments CThird Quarter FY-955 established Mahlon S. Tisdale as the most self suffi- cient ship in the Pacific Fleet. Well Done. CAPTAIN D.B. Bradshaw, USNR, Commodore, Destroyer Squadron ONE All hands can take pride in your superb performance while assigned to this critical fcounter drugj mission. You met every challenge and demonstrated the value of our naval forces in supporting national interest and U.S. pol- icy. Congratulations on a job well done. VADM C.C. Lautenbacher, U.S. Navy, Commander THIRD Fleet The announcement of Mahlon S. Tisdale as Chief of Naval Qperations Surface Ship Safety Award winner is noted with pleasure. Your accomplishment and safety record clearly indicate command attention and an all hands effort. Well Done! ADM RJ. Zlatopper, USN, Commander in Chief U.S. Pacific Fleet It is clear that the crew of this ship is recognized by the entire chain of command for their contributions to the mission of the U.S. Navy. I salute the 200 Qplusj officers and men who served onboard our Battle Frigate dur-I ing this cruise. It was an honor to serve with the Very Best! R.E. Madeen Commander, U.S. Navy Commanding Off1Cf-If 4 I . . U n n Plam and Slmple language' I lvve 801118 t0 SCH and I have a special respect and affinity for those who love ll as much as I do. We share a bond that is stronger than thosewhg irg bound to the Shore can understand ADM LM. Boqrda Chief of Naval Operat10I15 t

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