USS Harry Truman (CVN 75) - Naval Cruise Book

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For many in the crew, Jebel Ali and Dubai were their first opportunity to visit an Arab land. One MWR tour included exhibitions of traditional dance, as well as typical Arab cuisine. What many of the crew may remember most, however, was the Super Bowl in the Sandbox. HSTs Supply De- partment went all out, providing food and beverages for an all nighter, as the crew turned out in force to watch the Baltimore Ravens beat the New York Giants. MWR provided a com- memorative T-shirt to each crewmember, as a special me- mento of a touch of America in the midst of the desert. Other sandbox activities included a live band the first night of the port visit, and a talent show organized by the carrier ' s entertainment committee. Although a brisk breeze stirred up the sand at times, and the weather was somewhat cool at night, the Jebel Ali sandbox will be the source of many fond memories for the HST CVW-3 Team for years to come. i 20i

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