throughout all phases of the period from the end of IVY through CASTLE. 4. Trials by courts-martial were kept at a minimum, Morale and Personnel Servicess The Mess was consistently cxcellent, the mail service of APO . 187 prompt, and recreational and religious activitics were supported, resulting in the cxceptionally high morale of the command, The facili- ties and services in the following sub-paragraphs have contributed materially to this situation. a. Leaves of absences Leaves of absences were granted for emergency and morale purposes only, in accordance with current directives. During this period a total of 49 personnel were returned to CONUS for encrgency and morale reasons. b. : ~ Rest and Recreational Facilities: Tho agrec wu. * tween CG, USARPAC and CJIF SEVEN relative to authorizing personnel of this comand to be placed on detached scrvico at Fort DeRussy, Oahu, TH for periods of not to exceed seven days for reet and recreation was continued, All personnel have the opportunity, during their ono ycar tour at ENDIETOK, to take advantage of this priviloge. | . c. ‘Awards and Decorationst The folioving awards and docorations were authorized during Operation CASTLE: | (1) Legion of Merit. (2) Distinguished Flying Cross (3) Soldicrs Medal, .