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During this period the Atlantic Fleet was rapidly breaking the back of the German Navy by sweeping from the sea the greatest submarine menace ever to threaten this nation. Our convoys were supplying the allied armies in Europe and our ships were conducting landings in Sicily, Italy and finally Nor- mandy. The greatest "two ocean" Navy in the world had played a large part in bringing victory to America and the free world.
And this war, like all wars, led to the development of new inventions, new techniques and new weapons conceived by American genius and perfected by men of vision. While industry was being welded into a mighty supply force, our Seabees, under- water demolition teams, amphibious sailors, marines and sup- porting army divisions were being welded into a team that spelled victory at sea.
Added to the illustrious naval leaders of this great Navy, King, Nimitz, Halsey, Mitcher, McCain, Spruance, Lockwood, Fletcher, over three million other officers and men also served. The brainwork, the sacrifice, the devotion to duty of genera- tions past and present is the heritage on which we continue to build and improve our Navy. We are bound to the past only by the good that it has provided and the glorious traditions handed down to us. We are linked to the future by our respon- sibility to deliver to it the best we have received and the best we can produce.
Victorious over Japan and Germany, there is still no world peace. Our Navy fought again in Korea for three years and the task forces are still spread across the seven seas.
From Barry to Bainbridge to Burke the indomitable fighting spirit is the real strength of our naval heritage.
IRON VERSUS WOOD MARCH 8, 1862, THE CSS VIRGINIA (EX USS MERRIMACK) DEFEATS THE USS CUMBERLAND TO USHER IN THE AGE OF STEEL SHIPS.
BAKER DAY AT BIKINI ATOLL IN THE MARSHALL ISLANDS' STEAM.
AIR DEFENSE PACIFIC TASK FORCE OPERATION, WORLD WAR II.
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McMURDO SOUND ANTARCTICA USS GLACIER (AGB-4).
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Commenced Training: 13 December 1965
COMPANY 734
Completed Training: 31 January 1966
1ST REGIMENT
11TH BATTALION
LT C. E. Vaughn, USN Brigade Commander
LT M. A. Colonna, USN Regimental Commander
ENS A. J. Murphy, USNR Battalion Commander
G. R. Golden, BTC mpany Commander
J. Spotten RPOC
R. Sutherland EPO
R. Mitchell First Platoon Leader
D. Mott MAA
W. Hillmann, Jr. Company Clerk
S. J. Adamski R. G. Anderson Donald F. Anthony Richard J. April R. Bacharach
R. A. Berger E. R. Brodeur, Jr. E. J. Calhoun C. A. Cash, III M. C. Cochran
R. E. Couture W. G. Cyr, Jr. F. J. Danna, Jr. Thomas P. Davis Greg B. Dimick
Warren E. Doner Eric V. Dost W. J. Doucette R. W. Ducatt, Jr. John J. Egan
C. L. Fowler, Jr. K. M. Fredriksen A. F. Furstenberg G. T. Green, Jr. John A. Hagan
B. F. Hamilton Barry A. Hansen David R. Hart Walter Hasiuk William A. Hughes
C. E. Jarvis M. R. Johnson T. L. Kelly James M. Kelly C. Carlson
Eric J. Klein L. J. Knotowicz J. A. Lemelin M. J. Lombardi David B. Mellen
T. A. Mitchell Richard F. Murray L. E. Nowakowski H. L. Ossip Clement E. Pepe
R. D. Perzanowski D. G. Plonski M. J. Raynor Henry T. Reape C. J. Rogers
F. E. Schuman John Scimeca Bernard J. Shealy J. Soares, Jr. W. Sobczynski
M. W. Stewart, Jr. Bruce W. Stupfer E. P. Vega, Jr. F. E. Viggiano Ronald C. Wallace
R. T. Ward, Jr. Dean P. Weed Peter B. White W. J. Wilhelm K. T. Williams
E. P. Wilusz C. J. Williams R. W. Wiseman Anthony Ambrose B. J. Pickett
S. R. Kovanda W. V. Flaherty Photograph Unavailable M. P. Kielbon
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The transition from civilian to Naval life begins in the Receiving unit where the recruit is first introduced to the pro- cedures of IN-PROCESSING. After log- ging in and getting watch caps, one of the first things they learn is their rights and privileges as defined in the Uni- form Code of Military Justice. Then they take the Navy's General Classifica- tion Test Battery. It is through the re- sults of these tests, combined later with an interview by a trained classification interviewer, that the Navy is able to select the appropriate career pattern for each man entering the service. Des- · nations for special schooling after ompletion of recruit training are made
this time. It is here that they are given thorough medical and dental ex- aminations, as well as a complete out- fit of Navy uniforms and clothing. Fi- nally, it is here that the recruit first meets his company commander, and the other members of his company with whom he is destined to spend the du- ration of his training.
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Indoctrination covers the many facets of Navy life from early history to cold weather training. The planks so neces- sary in the construction of a true man- o-warsman, the reverence for naval customs and traditions, the obedience to naval discipline, and the irreplace- able esprit-de-corps are carefully laid in this process of indoctrination. The es- sential seed of personal pride is planted in order to promote within the recruit the high Navy standard of responsibil- ity, conduct, manners, and morals. Here he learns the importance of team-work in joint tasks and the responsibility of the individual towards his shipmates and his ships.
Success within the Navy is measured in terms of advancement. Included in the objectives of indoctrination is the de- velopment of a desire for self-improve- ment and advancement.
Indoctrination is more of a mental than a physical process, since the U. S. Navy ensures that its men are the best pre- pared mentally as well as physically. As a member of the military, the re- cruit is now a sailor-citizen. With this in mind, he becomes aware of the fun- damental workings of democracy, the Navy's place in democracy, and the American way of life.
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The purpose of the program of instruction at the DAMAGE CONTROL Training Unit is to teach the basic principles of shipboard damage control. The teaching of these basic principles is divided into two main topics: (1), how to fight fire; and (2), how to defend effectively against Atomic, Biological and Chemical Warfare.
The program is set up in such a way as to accomplish the following specific objectives: (1), remove unwar- ranted fear of fire; (2), develop a feeling of confidence within each man in his ability to conquer fire; (3), pro- vide actual experience in the basic procedures of fighting shipboard-type fires; and (4), acquaint each recruit with the individual protective measures to be taken in the event of an Atomic, Biological, or Chemi- cal Warfare attack.
Prior to the day of fire-fighting on the field at the Damage Control Training Unit, the recruit is given four periods of classroom instruction to acquaint him with the chemistry of fire and the equipment used in fighting fires. Next comes a full day of actually fight- ing "live" fires. Here he is able to put his classroom knowledge into practical use. Here, terms, such as "mechanical foam," "Handy Billy," and "O.B.A." take on a real meaning.
In addition to the fire-fighting training, the recruit receives classroom instruction in A.B.C. warfare and just what to do in all types of attacks. Leaving nothing to chance, he learns how the Navy Gas Mask can be a useful companion.
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In Seamanship classes, an entirely new language and a multitude of new skills are introduced to the re- cruit. Although some s seamanship skills can be mastered only from long experience at sea, the foundations upon which these skills are based form an important part of recruit training. Emphasis here is placed up- on teaching the language of the sea and the names and uses of the tools of his new trade.
Among the subjects taught, are mar- lin-spike seamanship and knot tying, steering and mooring, practical in- struction in the use of sound-powered telephones, and the recognition of various types of ships, their charac- teristics and their structures. The re- cruit learns the principles of ship- board organization and something of the role he will later play as a mem- ber of some ship's company. By the time he completes his training in sea- manship, he is no longer bewildered by the "mysterious" jargon of the bluejacket.
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Clean, neat, pride in personal appearance-these are the words and phrases synonymous with the bluejackets of the United States Navy. With this in mind, each individual in every company strives to do his share in winning the weekly STAR FLAG. Daily, the barracks are inspected for Star flag competition. Correct locker stowage, neat bunks, clean clothes and ditty bags are emphasized. Once a week the recruits are given a personnel inspection by the Training Evaluation Division, the results of which also count towards the winning of the STAR FLAG.
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FROM the PHYSICAL TRAINING program the recruit develops strength, ability, endurance, and coordination through mass exercises, swimming, the ob- stacle course, and competitive sports.
Swimming and survival at sea are highly important parts in the training curriculum. The recruit may enter training as a qualified life guard or as a non-qualified swimmer, but all leave equipped in the methods of sea survival in order to ensure that they have the maximum protection against the potential perils of the sea. Special emphasis is placed on fundamental swimming strokes, survival at sea procedures, and flotation drills.
Classes in boxing and team sports not only present a diversion from ordinary classroom work, but also give the recruit confidence through the skill he gains in developing his reflexes and coordination.
Closely allied to the physical training curriculum is the competition between companies for the "A" flag for excellence in athletics. Under excellent super- vision from the instructors in the P.T. division, the recruit spends many excit- ing and healthful hours in athletic competition. "A" FLAG points are won in tug-of-war, swimming meets, volleyball and basketball games, rope climbing, and relay races.
It is through this competition in sports that the ideals of fair play and sports- manship are instilled within the recruit. The joy of fierce competition among the teams is equalled only by the enthusiasm and cheers from the spectators that echo throughout the camps.
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T EAMWORK within each recruit company forms a tight bond and makes each Bluejacket a true shipmate. This sense of Navy pride is displayed by Special Units Companies, such as the Band, Drill Team, and Drum and Bugle Corps as they exhibit their skills acquired during training at parades and graduation.
Working as one unit, all 88-man companies compete against one another as they vie for competitive DRILL FLAGS. During the first days of training, a recruit spends much time learning the fundamentals of military drill, the 16-count manual of arms, marching, and physical drill under arms. Begin- ning competition for the Military Drill Flag in the second week of training, the companys' single effort is directed toward preciseness, and instantane- ous response to orders as a team. When the recruits leave boot camp to join the Navy's Operating Forces, they carry with them the habits of quick re- sponse to orders and the coordination of individuals towards team effort.
Knowledge, a coordinated effort, and immediate action, is the formula for effective operation of the Navy in times of peace and war.
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O NE OF the more important subjects the recruit learns during boot camp is how to live with others in a military organization. Life and living condi- tions in the Navy differ so greatly from anything he has known in civilian life that learning to live in close quarters as a member of a military group be- comes a major mission of recruit training.
The BARRACKS is not only a place to sleep and to stow clothes, but it is the most important classroom. Here, the recruit learns by doing. The scrubbing of clothes, the cleaning of the barracks, and the constant inspections all serve but one purpose - to prepare him for a successful life during his tour in the Navy.
And all is not work in the barracks, for the recruit learns the need of fel- lowship and relaxation. Mail call is one of his most precious moments, and the time he takes to write home is time well spent.
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Afloat or ashore, each naval unit is generally a self-sustaining unit. The messing of the crew, all the housekeeping chores, and the watch standing must be performed by those assigned to the unit. Throughout the bluejacket's naval career, regardless of his rate or rating, he, in some way, will be concerned with these service duties to which he is introduced in SHIP'S WORK TRAINING. In any unit, men in the lower rates will usually perform the "chores" and those in the higher rates will supervise them; all must stand watches; and all must live together in the same ship.
The fifth week of recruit training is devoted to instruction and practical experience in Ship's Work Training. For all but one week of the training period the recruit is waited upon in the mess halls by other recruits and for one week he takes his turn in performing these impor- tant tasks for his shipmates.
Although the fifth week is specifically designated for training in service duties, much of this training continues throughout the entire training period. Every messenger or sentry watch and every cleaning detail is a part of the training in the problems of community living.
The things the recruit learns in Ship's Work Training can best be taught by actually doing them, for experience is the greatest teacher of all.
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When the recruit enters military service he is given the opportunity of attending the RELI- GIOUS SERVICE of his choice. Immediate contact is made with the Chaplain of his faith who acquaints him with the chaplain's role in conducting Divine Services, administering the Sacra- ments, and the developing of a religious program.
Lectures on character guidance and related films are presented by the chaplain wherein the recruit is encouraged to develop moral responsibility, self control, and a spiritual life.
We find that the chaplain is available for personal interviews and that he stands ready to offer assistance at all times, either personally or through the agencies of the Navy Relief Society and the American Red Cross.
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Although recruit training is highly routine and the schedule is planned so that everyone receives equal and consistent training, the Navy does recognize the necessity of pro- viding various forms of RECREATION to satisfy the many divergent interests and ener- gies of individuals.
Recruit Training Command has bowling alleys, TV lounges, swimming pools, gymnasiums, libraries, and recreation centers available during off duty hours. The hobby ship is staffed with skilled instructors in photographs, modelcraft, leathercraft, and carpentry. Profes- sional variety shows feature and personal appearances of top performers of the stage, screen, radio and TV. In addition, the latest and finest in movie entertainment is avail- able.
The Navy Exchange operates special stores and cafeterias to provide the recruit with necessities and extra personal items he may need. The small profits derived from these sales are then utilized in providing the various recreational facilities and programs out- lined above.
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THE GRADUATION REVIEW represents the climax of the story of training at Recruit Training Command. This performance is put on for relatives and friends so they may witness the results of training. The Review is held on Ross Field during the summer, and in one of the large drill halls during the winter. The recruits are not aided by the company commanders or officers who have worked with them during the past weeks. This is their chance to display newly learned abilities in military drill, military bearing, and to perform in the Navy's traditional military pomp and ceremony.
Added to the graduating companies are the performances of the special units - the drum and bugle corps, the drill team, and the band. These units are commanded by recruits and all of the members are men in training.
The march on the colors, the national anthem, the presentation of the honorman awards, and final pass in review form a vivid and exciting picture that will last in the mind of the recruit for the rest of his life.
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RP HE American Spirit Honor Medal is a medallion offered and provided "by the Citizens Committee for the Army, Navy and Air Force, Inc., of New York, N. Y. The American Spirit Honor Medal has been accepted by the Department of Defense for use as an award to enlisted personnel who, while undergoing basic training, display outstanding qualities of leadership best expressing the American Spirit - Honor, Initiative, Loyalty, and High Example to Comrades in Arms. This medallion has also been accepted by the Department of Defense for the promotion of closer ties between the Armed Services and the Civil . Communities of the continental United States in which the Armed Services establishments are located.
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