Schenectady (LST 1185) - Naval Cruise Book

Page 13 text:

1- , 'Q ir. fa A PERSONALITY AND SOUL...

Page 12 text:

E IS STILLED WITH wi' b 4 'X an 4

Page 14 text:

4 THE SECRETARY OF THE NAVY WASHINGTON 12 June 1970 Commander David E. Sigsworth, USN PCO, SCHEHECTADY KLST-11851 Long Beach Naval Shipyard Long Beach, California 90802 Dear Captain: Congratulations on your new command, and best wishes tc you and to your crew on the commissioning of SCHENECTADY CLST-ll85J. From the trying days of World War II to the equally demanding present, our amphibious forces have played an essential role in naval operations. By helping to forge victory in war and to preserve a precarious peace, our landing ships and their hardy sailors have been ready when needed. In assault landings or mercy missions, top perform- ance has been asked of them and they have never failed to deliver. It is your responsibility to bring your new ship to that condition of readiness that will enable her to carry proudly her share in the defense of our country's security. In designing new ships such as SCHENECTADY we have endeavored to continue to improve living conditions for the fist men who sail them. I know that you share this interest altncuqh improvements have been made over earlier designs, there is always a need for new ideas in this important area. 1 hcpt that you and your crew will continue to develop inno- vations in habitability improvement and forward your recom- nindations for consideration. I would like to receive an advance copy of any such submissions. Our men constitute ru. host vital asset. As we seek their finest performance, ,i,x individual and collective welfare deserves our most I .Tl llxinltiil. 1 LHUM that you will meet the challenges that lie ahead h :rum .avy iashion. To every member of SCHENECTADY's gang l wish uvtry success in this vital work. Sincerely yours, fmhxgy H. Cha fee CHIEF OF NAVAL OPERATIONS 12 June 1970 Dear Captain, My best wishes go to you and to your crew on the commissioning of SCHENECTADY KLST-11853. lt is your privilege to command one of the finest ships of our new amphibious fleet. SCHENECTADY com- bines the asset of greater speed with the LST's traditional ability to land tanks, guns, and heavy vehicles. Through the years, since the LST first proved its worth during World War II, ships such as SCHBNECTADY have formed part of the backbone of our Navy-Marine Corps team. with her important modern capabilities, your new ship will add a significant dimension to our Navy's ability to protect our nation and our people. 'we in this country, in this generation,' President John Kennedy once said, Hare--by destiny rather than choice --the watchman on the walls of world freedom.' You will carry on in this same far-sighted spirit as you assume the important responsibility of welding your ship and the men who sail in her into a working, fighting team. On behalf of the Navy, I welcome SCHENECTADY to the fleet. May you meet the best of good fortune in the voyage ahead. Sinc , i f T. H. MOO R Admiral, U. S. Navy Commander David E. Sigsworth, USN PCO, SCHENECTADY KLST-11851 Long Beach Naval Shipyard Long Beach, California 90802