San Jacinto (CG 56) - Naval Cruise Book

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ACCOLADES The following are excerpts from the many congratulations messages received during our Deployment: As MED 3-89 begins the transit toward home, it is without the battle group's most potent asset, SAN J ACINTO. SAN JAC has had an extraordinary list of successes from day one. The flawless visit to Constanta was the first and the outstanding OPPE the latest. SAN JAC's accomplishments during real world contingency OPS set the standard for three- dimensional warfare. Each member of your fine crew can be justifiably proud of their contribution to your long list of accomplishments. Please pass my sincerest appreciation to each man for a job they continue exceptionally well. REAR ADMIRAL R.C. MACKE COMMANDER BATTLE FORCE SIXTH FLEET From your superb opening assignment as SIXTHFLT representative in Romania, to contingency OPS in the Eastern Mediterranean, Display Determination 89, and the multi- tude of operations, exercises and port visits that rounded out your schedule, there was always a sense that when the going got tough, SAN J ACINTO could be counted on to get the job done. During port visits you were an exceptionally worthy and proud representative of the United States. When your deployment outchop date slipped, you took it in stride and provided needed offensive punch until USS FORRESTAL could arrive. During that exten- sion, you made a tough OPPE look easy. Your deployment must be characterized as extremely Well Done. VICE ADMIRAL J.D. WILLIAMS COMMANDER U.S. SIXTH FLEET As you depart the Mediterranean a little later than your battle group and begin a speedy journey home, I want to express my appreciation for your extra contribution during this first ever period with no CV in the MED, and to commend your outstanding performance in every phase of a most challenging deployment to the SIXTH FLEET. SAN J ACINTO's capabili- ties are impressive. Clearly, San Jac knows how to put ordnance on target. Because you can do more in all warfare areas than other ships you were the clear choice to strengthen the Battleship battlegroup during this unusual period. Your special sacrifice is appreciated by us all Your demonstrated ability to meet any threat has contributed significantly to the stability of the Mediterranean and has sent a clear message to our friends and potential adversaries alike. You have set the highest standard of excellence during your first deploy- ment. ADMIRAL J.T. HOWE COMMANDER IN CHIEF U.S. NAVAL FORCES EUROPE

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469221. J! 'iii ---vw' fl 2 . CAPTAIN H. WARD CLARK, JR. COMMANDING OFFICER Captain Clark, reported for duty as Prospective Commanding Officer, USS SAN J ACINTO CCG565 in October 1986. His previ- ous sea assignments include Commanding Officer, USS KING QDDG 415 from June 1979 to August 1981, Executive Officer on board USS BERKELEY CDDG 155 from September 1974 to March 1976, Weapons Officer aboard USS HENRY W. TUCKER CDD 8755 from September 1966 to December 1968, and Main Propulsion Assistant, Damage Control Assistant and Gunnery Offi- cer on board USS RENSHAW QDD 4995 from June 1964 to January 1966. CAPT. CLARK'S shore duty assignments include Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Atlantic Fleet as Assistant Chief of Staff for Combat Systems from October 1983 to October 1986, Anti-air Warfare and Electronic Warfare Instructor at Tacti- cal Training Group, Atlantic from September 1981 to October 1983, Chief of Naval Operations COP-0985 as Development Coordi- nator from March 1976 to November 1978, Student at the Naval War College from September 1973 to September 1974, Program Manager at the Naval Ordnance System Command from July 1971 to September 1973, student at Naval Postgraduate School from January 1969 to June 1971, and a student at Destroyer School from February to August 1966. CAPT. CLARK is a native of Takoma Park, Maryland. He entered the U.S. Naval Academy, Annapolis, Maryland in July 1960, graduating in June 1964 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Naval Science. Upon completion of the student tour at Naval Postgraduate School, CAPT. CLARK was awarded a Masters of Science degree in Electrical Engineering. CAPT. CLARK is a Weapons System Acquisition Manager and is a subspecialist in Ordnance System Technology, Command and Control Systems, and Financial Management. CAPT. CLARK's personal awards include the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal with one gold star, Naval Commenda- tion Medal with the combat V and one gold star, and Combat action Ribbon in addition to various unit and service medals and ribbons. , TO THE CREW USS SAN JACINTOZ I had the distinct pleasure to serve as Commanding Officer USS SAN JACINTO during her maiden operational deployment to the SIXTH FLEET. The performance of the ship during this six month period was outstanding. The accolades on the adjoining page are but a few of the well done messages received. This head and shoulders above all othersw performance was directly attributable to the technical and tactical knowledge, dedication to excellence and unselfish sacrifices of the many superb young men who comprised the SAN JAC Crew You are by far the finest rou of sailors with . . ' 8 whom I have had the privilege to serve. It was a personal honor to have served as yourpCaptain. I wish you much success in all your future endeavors. SINCERELY H.W. CLARK, JR. CAPT USN

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Executive Officer The Executive Officer is the second in Command of USS SAN J ACINTO. He is directly responsible for the administration, perfor- mance of duty, and good order and discipline of the entire com- mand. CDR Carl E. Garrett, Jr. CDR GARRETT reported for duty as Executive Officer, USS SAN JACINTO CCG 565 in October 1986 and served in that capacity until 16 July 1989, when relieved by LCDR Jeffrey F. Weppler. His previous sea assignments include Combat Systems Officer, USS TICONDEROGA CCG 475 from April 1984 to De- cember 1985, Combat Systems Officer, USS SCOTT QDDG 9955 from December 1980 to April 1984, Engineering Maintenance Offi- cer, Anti-submarine Warfare Officer and Navigator, USS JOHN KING CDDG 35 from July 1974 to August 1977, and as personnel- man from February 1972 to February 1974 USS BARNSTABLE COUNTY CLST 11975. CDR Garrett's shore duty assignments include Surface Warfare Development Group, Little Creek, Virgin- ia as Anti-air Warfare! Electronic Warfare Tactical Development Officer from January to October 1986, Surface Warfare Officer's School, Department Head Course, Newport, Rhode Island from March to October 1980, Naval Postgraduate School, Monterey, California from August 1977 to March 1980, and Officer Candidate School, Newport, Rhode Island from March to June 1974. CDR Garrett is a native of Kerr County, Texas. In September 1968, he entered Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas and re- ceived a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics and Physics in May 1971. Upon completion of the student tour at Naval Postgrad- uate School, CDR Garrett was awarded a Masters of Science degree in Systems Technology. CDR Garrett is a subspecialist in Weapons Systems Engineering and Anti-submarine Warfare. CDR Garrett's personal awards include the Meritorious Service Medal, Navy Commendation Medal and the American Spirit Hon- or Medal in addition to various unit and service medals and ribbons.