Salem (CA 139) - Naval Cruise Book

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An afternoon in the sun. Rugged but nice. V 4Q2 1ggii' ?7 seum by any other ncnne Amu -y---.....,. ...nhl-Q x' ff. R Nl A CIA A patio in Pompeii. They're not much different from us.

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Vesuvius is still respected. Very pretty . .. . what is it? Sw. Mon wt 9 I0 AUGUST 1 ,l it win nw 'In Naples, Italy I Tnur nf Naples Naples. the headquarters of the U. S. Navy in the Mediterranean area, has come to know the American sailor to a much greater degree than any other port visited during the past six months. As soon as a sailor leaves the fleet landing, he is sure to be surrounded by several natives more than eager to show the local sights to the tourists for a few lire. The local sights are many. The statues of Gari- baldi, Victor Emmanuel, and other heroes are situated throughout the city in its many squares. Evidence of Mussolini is seen in many of the modern buildings, such as the post office and the city hall. The outdoor opera situated in Naples is famous throughout the world. Here on its huge stage many of opera's outstanding figures present to an eager audience the stories of Carmen and Aida. The spectacle involved on this site is overwhelming. Surrounding the stadium at which the opera is given is a huge exposition of modern Italy, which was also developed during the Mussolini era. Many members of the crew took advantage of an interesting tour to the village of Pompeii, while the ship was in Naples, and, if that did not appeal to the indi- vidual, the night life was considered by most to be out- standing. In addition to the local night clubs, the Navy had one of the best Enlisted Men's Clubs in the Med area. In short, whether ashore during the night or day, Naples had much to offer the men of the SALEM in the way of things to see and do. r,.,,,1 .. . From here it looks good. 3. VT' MW Every building a work of art. 4'

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t I is-v1'1Jl ,Y ff -G 37, A tl l :rf '52 was a good year. In the days of the Holy Roman Empire, when Pompeii was a favorite summer resort, its inhabitants attained a remarkable degree of sophistication in their civilization. With the eruption of Mount Vesuvius, however, the city was buried beneath tons of volcanic ash. Years later excavations by the Italian government revealed probably the most extensive and best preserved ruins in the world. Today, here in southern Italy, thousands of persons annu- ally are witnesses to this graphic record of the works and pleasures of the time. Beyond Pompeii on the Bayof Naples the quiet beauty and old world charm of Sorrento offer a striking contrast. Truly magnificent are the scenes along the sea where modern ltaly's vacationers stay at one of the numerous hotels that are nestled in the cliffs high above the water. Sipping a glass of delicate wine, one looks across the bay to the stately mountains in the distance and experiences an indescribable feeling of well being. Capri, the lovely resort of Napoli and playground of Europe's and Hollywood's royalty, rises out of the sea only 15 miles from Naples. The Blue Grotto, funicula, and magnificent pool of Gracie Field on the Western side of the island are reminders of the luxurious living of bygone eras. The forum of Pompeii.