Texas (CGN 39) - Naval Cruise Book

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Almost home one more task to oarry out On the morning of 24 Aug 91, TEXAS was making final preparation for her final return to Alameda. It was also that morning that the merchant vessel SEA ARCHITECT became engulfed in flames. TEXAS was dispatched to proceed south to offer assistance. Spending the day at the SEA ARCHITECT's side, TEXAS upheld a time honored tradition of helping a fellow seaman when in need.

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Homecoming On 25 Aug 91, TEXAS was finally dispatched to return to her homeport of Alameda. The extra day spent at sea made this moment even more enjoyable. It had been a long and successful deployment and now everyone was glad to see friends and family. Many of the crew saw Children for the first time. No doubt the moms were happy to see their sailors. Tiger Cruise had finally come to a close and with it another very proud Chapter in the TEXAS' history. With lines put over and the brow put across, it was time to go home and get reacquainted with loved ones and friends.