Samuel Eliot Morison (FFG 13) - Naval Cruise Book

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The Coat of Arms for USS SAMUEL ELIOT MORISON QFFG-131 symbolizes Rear Admiral Morison's outstanding career. His affinity for the sea and his literary talent are inseparable. This concept is emblematically represented by the Gold Quill dripping into the inky waters of the deep. The Red and White vertical bars and the color Blue repre- sent the Shield of the United States and further simulate books, referring to Admiral Morison's famed multi-volume history of the UIS. Naval Operations in World War II. The two stars are indicative of his rank of Rear Admiral. The early Mariner's astrolabe represents Admiral Mori- son's retracing of the pathway taken by Columbus so that he could more authoritatively write his biography. The Torch is an emblem of enlightenment and leadership and the crossed sword and Cutlass, symbols of Surface War- fare Officer and Enlisted Professionalism, allude to vigi- lance and readiness. USS SAMUEL ELIOT MORISON QFFC1-131 is the sev- :nth ship of the Oliver Hazard Perry class of Guided vlissile Frigates. Currently programmed for over 50 ships, this is the Navy's largest and newest class of de- stroyer type ships to be built since World War II. SAMUEL ELIOT MORISON's mission is to provide in lepth anti-air, anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare Jrotection for Underway Replenishment Groups, Con- '0Y5, Amphibious Forces and other Military and Mer- :hant shipping. In order to ensure a homogeneous class if capable, yet relatively inexpensive ships, many inno- vative concepts were incorporated into her design. These .nnovations include modular construction techniques, :he ixtilization of numerous labor saving devices, auto- IIHFIC control and monitoring systems and shore based maintenance support. The ship boasts some of the most C0mfortable living accommodations ever provided for the :rew of a naval combatant ship. Habitability improve- ments include attractive living complexes, each with its DWF lounge, dressing, sleeping and sanitary areas. A cen- tra galley serves the wardroom, chief petty officer's mess and enlisted dining facility. beigfS5S.H1 the warfare environment of the 1980's and makin Wld require' thorough evaluation, rapid decision lated Shan almost instantaneous response to any postu- t reat. The systems aboard SAMUEL ELIOT MORISON have been designed to meet these demanding and dynamic prerequisites and to do so with minimum human interface. Sophisticated state-of-the-art computer technology integrates sensors and weapons to provide for hands-off engagement of hostile targets by surface to air or surface missiles, gun or torpedos - both tube and helicopter launched. . In addition, computers control and monitor the gas turbine engines Qsame power plant as installed in the DC- 10D and electrical generators. Digital electronic logiccir- - 1 onitored in a cuits and remotely operated va ves .are m . central control station which can initiate engine start and result in a ready to go status in less than ten minutes as compared to eight or more hours for conventional steam power. I . Q But the real heart of the ship is her crew. High systems technology demands skilled technicians and professional f ' ' eans I d ship. The concept of ' minimum manning m , singly, with professional sailors SAMUEL i ELIOT MORISON can meet challenges of the twenty-first cen- tury with approximately half the crew found on older - bl ' and capability. Shlrisloiicompara e Slze December 4, 1978 Ilfaeiincfiles I. ....'.'. 1. A. ....,......... -.......','..... ...-- IU15' 14' 1979 - ' . . .October 11, 1980 Commission . . .

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