Mount Katmai (AE 16) - Naval Cruise Book

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,.7 C4 NN lr L f l .f af' if X! The ceremony for advancement in rate or the awarding of a special commendation is held before the crew and conducted by the Commanding Officer. During rearmings the MOUNT KATMAI flys a very interesting and original flag. On it is the picture of a freight train and the inscription HVVESTPAC CANNONBALLH. The flag was made by SM1 VV.A. Simon. At the end of a rearming when all lines are broken, the ship's authentic 19th century train whistle is sounded. Taken from Captain Camp's last ship when it was decommissioned, it has some startling effects on the crews of alongside ships. The flag and whistle represent the image of the 19th century trains that made the development and expansion of the United States what it is today, strong, dependable, and efficient. In the effort to bring about an independent South Vietnamese Naval force, the Seventh Fleet initiated actual experience-training programs with young Vietnamese naval officers. Throughout the Western Pacific, Seventh Fleet ships are the proving ground for this program. Aboard the MOUNT KATMAI are Vietnamese Naval Aspirants Van and Khiem.

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