Nimitz (CVN 68) - Naval Cruise Book

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Back Row IL-Rl: LISN R D. and Pl-I3 RA. Robinson, GMT2 CE. and EM2 K.R. Shaffer, RM1 D.l-l. and OSC D.C. Rockwell, AN RG. and YN3 KM. Sines. Middle - . dAT3GA.Kh' I Row IL-Rl: AO2 D. and AD2 R. Thames, l-ITFN DA. and AA KP. Downey. Front Row IL-Rl. AT2 D.L. and ATAN J.W. Segars, ABHAA M.E an . ie The outstanding record established in all aspects of ship- brotherhood. And this feeling is likely enhanced by the large board operation aboard NIMITZ is most likely attributed to number of brothers serving aboard NllvllTZ together. The the Teamwork tradition. And Teamwork is probably attribut- brothers pictured here are but a few of the reasons NIMITZ able to the closeness of this immense crew. . . a feeling of excels . . . TEAMVVORK - A TRADITION. 433

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The level of operational excellence exhibited by NIMITZ, MISSIPPI, and TEXAS since inchop in August 1981 is a matter of record and a source of great professional satis- faction to Battle Force SIXTH Fleet. Your consistently spirit- ed and capable response during real world operations, contingencies, and exercises has set a bench mark for the others that will be difficult to match. As you outchop you take with you our warmest congratulations for a job cheer- fully and professionally accomplished in the most demand- ing operational environment that has existed in the Mediter- ranean in the recent past. lt was a record that all America took great pride in. Godspeed. We wish each of you a warm, well deserved homecoming. With great professional respect. Rear Admiral James E. Service, USN, Command- er Task Force SIXTY. I wish to express my personal appreciation for your contributions to SIXTHFLT readiness during your deploy- ment. The extraordinary efforts of your crew and your flexi- bility and professionalism in carrying out your mission are recognized and applauded. l-lave a safe trip home. Vice Admiral William H. Flowden, USN, Commander SlXTl-l Fleet. The outstanding performance that you have displayed throughout your Mediterranean deployment has estab- lished a new bench mark for Mediterranean carrier Battle Group operations. As you depart for home, I extend to all of you my congratulations and appreciation for your superb efforts. Bon voyage and Godspeed. Vice Admiral Ronald J. l-lays, USN, Commander in Chief, U.S. Naval Forces Europe. fvx ,vs Q 33.9 435