(e)
Berthing and messing.
No problems encountered.
(7) COMMUNICATIONS
(a) Evaluation of message traffic.
Saeed
Message traffic was very heavy
at all times, although the Communication personnel were able to
efficiently handle the heavy load. No problems occurred con~
cerning procedure, precedence or security in message handling.
(b)
Facilities.
(c)
Personnel.
Extra equipment obtained was very valuable and
sufficient. Choice of channels for this type of vessel were good.
The guarding of Hotel Romeo broadcast by SOPA was also very beneficial. Space for the extra equipment proved to be a minor problem
This vessel's conmunication personnel consists of:
One QMO
One EML
One QM3
Two EM3
One QMSN
Long hours were required by these personnel but no major problems
occurred,
Outside technicians were required once, otherwise the
ships' ET3 was able to keep all equipment in a satisfactory working
condition.
(8) SECURITY
Security Program ~ the ships security and indoctrination program was satisfactorye Although it is felt that added effectiveness would be obtained if
outside personnel from CTG 7.3 would stress the importance of security upon
ships arrival to EPG,
badges.
Sufficient and proper personnel were issued access
(9) CHRONOLOGICAL RECORD OF EVENTS FROM 1 MARCH 1958 TO 10 JUNE 1958
March 1 = 5
6
7-10
ll = 24
2h26
27
28
29 ~ 30
31
April l- 8
9 = 23
26
In port, San Diego, California
Change of command, LT J. M. REID USN relieved LCDR
B. L. COLLEY, USY
Moored San Diego Marine Shipyard while repairing
towing engine.
Enroute Pearl Harbor towing YFNB 12 and SQUAW 29
In port, Pearl Harbor.
Deballasted and made repairs
on SQUAW 29
Underway enroute Eniwetek
Bridle chain on SQUAW 29 parted
Steamed in area of adrift SQUAW 29
Arrived Pearl Harbor towing YFNB 12
Necessary repairs were made to SQUAW 29 and YFNB 12
Enroute Pearl Harbor to Eniwetok towing SQUAW 29 and
YFNB 12
Enroute Bikini towing Army barges BC 6528 and BC 6529.