Tarawa (CV 40) - Naval Cruise Book

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The magnificeni' dome of Ml. Vesuvius forms a graceful background 'lo Naples, home of CINCNELM ' and 'lwice visifed by lhe Tarawa during our cruise. . HE CITY of Naples, cultural and commercial center of southern Italy, lies on the beautiful crescent bay which bears its name. To the west lie the volcanic hills known as the Fields of Phlegreus and closeby in the east, the 3,800-foot cone of Mt, Vesuvius placidly contemplates blowingits top. Originally founded by the Greeks in 600 B. C., the city has been conquered and held by the Romans, Normans, Aragons, Spaniards and numerous others. Finally, red-shirted Garibaldi, the George Washington of Italy, incorporated Naples into the United Kingdom of Italy in the latter part of the nineteenth century. Cameos, Barra gloves, and Borsalino hats were the best buys for the bargain hunting sailors. These items along with the usual assortment of bric-a-brac were bought in copious quantities for friends and relatives in the United States. Visits to the ruins of Pompeii, the Isle of Capri, and the village of Sorrento composed the .local junkets. Interesting sidelights of the tours were visits to the cameo and glove factories to watch the craftsmen at their intricate trades. Such watering places as the Snake Pit, Seaman's Club and the Trocadero will live long in the memories of all of us as dispensers of fine food, drink, and entertainment, especially Chi-Chi. Naples was honeycombecl wifh dimly li+, airless, side sireels where washing hung from iron-grilled balconies ancl slone pavemeni offered N +he only playground.

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LTHOUGH NAPLES does not possess the large buildings and ancient Roman ruins that attract tourists to other sec- tions of Italy, the well preserved castle frighty situated on the waterfront is an impressive reminder of Spanish rule during the sixteenth century. Many sailors took the opportunity offered to see good Italian opera while we were in this fair city. While we were there the world-famed San Carlo opera house staged a performance of Rigoletto and also of Bal Masque. Other opportunities to see and hear famous continental voices were afforded to those who made tours to Rome. First and most prominent landmark off the fleet landing. Neapolitan cameo craftsmen are among the best in the world. The Umberto G H . Shoe erles long ago solv d PP'n9 durm b e H19 problem 9 dd weafher of Hot roasted chesinuis' The shop has the idea and variety ot a New Yorlr delicatessen , it not the fragrant aroma.