Serrano (AGS 24) - Naval Cruise Book

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fi 'el 0 ,' EXECUTIVE CEFICER LT ARCHIE DUANE SMITH LT Archie Duane Smith, a native of Utah, enlisted in the Navy in July, 1948, and served as an Aviation Nlachinist Mate and Wliuht Deck Trouble Shooter aboard the USS VALLEY FUHCJIQ CCLV-453 and USS ESSEX CLDV-SD until his separation in .luly 1952. LT Smith then at- tended tiriqham Younq Univirrsity where he was awarded a Bachelor of Science Degree. Hecvivinq his commission in July 153230, he served aboard the USS FALGOUT CDER- 3?4J and Ihr- USS ZLLIIVIA CAV ASD, After a tour of shore duty with the Special Projects Office as Polar is and Posivdoii Propulsion Ufticer, he attended the Post Graduate School at Nlontvroy, ilalifornia as an lgnuineering Scionoc Student, Upon qraduation in Novi-nihirr 10156, he reported aboard the USS SERHANU to assume the duties of Lxiiiziilivc llfliiivr. Ll 'wmllll is married to the former l'lurlmai'f1 .lean tlhristenscn, also of Utah, The Smiths have thrizi- ohililrrfn: lirvnda Susan, Kalen Sydney, and Micah Shaun.

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Q . v isis, - ' While visiting Honq Kond durinq thi' period 14-'20 June ititif, TUNNEY mooredat buoy tiilttaliifiiisicle U59 Sis l IHANU CAGS-247. A casualtyto TUNNY'S cnqinecririii plant created a critical need for an independent, outside source of electrical power while re- pairs were effected. 'SLIHFIANU enthusiastically provided thc rc- quired power through means of a iury routed shore power cable. Additionally the technical assistance of St,.ltliANtJ'S eng ineer, OWU-3 Andre-ss, an officer with many ye:tr's experience in submarine propulsion plants, was offered and readily accepted. l wish to express TIJNNL Y'Happriw:iat ion and thanks for thc assist- ance rendered by ,leltltANfJ, lo particular, l wish to point out tt S-Dirit of cooperation and ovniiiiw friendliness exhibited by all hands aboard 'StQltllANf 7. WM, tl, tirei-n t.oinntanilinq tlfficor lllwli l llNlNlt YCAlifSi-Q 225127 PROUD MESSAG S As your f-,L VEQN VHF LT deployment ends, l congratulate you on the fine job you have done while in WEST PAL, The profession- alism and efficiency with which you com- pleted survey assignment in the Danang, Hue, and Tuy Hoa areas established you as a ship always capable and ready. Your work has been a significant contribution to the United States mission in Southeast Asia. Best wishes for a smooth voyage and a happy homecoming. Vice Admiral John J, Hyland, USN Commander, Seventh Fleet congratulations to the officers and men of SERRANO on this occasion of having been selected to receive the BATTLE EF- FIUIUXJLLY AWAHU for your competitive group. Your consist- ently reliable perforrnance of survey operations in WESTPAC and your fine improvement in competitive standing during the past fiscal year are noteworthy accomplishments, By winning this award you have displayed your high state of Readiness, Q Professionalism, and the Determination of all hands to excel, Well Done. Admiral Hoy l., Johnson Commander, Pacific Fleet l wish to pass my personal congratulations to you on your 'Q . winnino of the SEHVPAC BATTLE EFFICIENCY E for the ' fiscal year 1967, Your selection for this Award recognizes the Devoted Lffort and Professional Spirit you displayed during a period of demanding commitments. Well Done! Vice Admiral John J, Hyland Commander, Seventh Fleet