Second Division
Boatswain's Mate |
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Gunner's Mate |
With the words "Make all preparations for entering port," the Second Division men hop to their jobs. Soon, they may be seen rigging canvas over the forward quarterdeck area, preparing the accommodation ladders, or just giving the spotless deck a final once-over. HELENA is proud to receive her many visitors here, where Second's men work so hard to make a first impression a fine and lasting one. There are multitudes of other cleaning stations, too. The gunners are immaculate in their care of turret, shell decks, handling rooms, and magazines. Turret II must br ready to fire at a moment's notice, and there is constant labor to that objective.
Admiral's Country, too, falls under the Second's responsibility, and this year, a new Bauer-made sign was swinging from neat braidwork, proclaiming the Area of the Three Stars.Whether firing the guns or keeping HELENA clean, the men of Second division are always on the job.
From the Helena 1959-1960 cruise book |
From the Helena 1959-1960 cruise book
SECOND DIVISION . . . . .
combining firing proficiency
with spotless spaces and
an ever-sharp quarterdeck
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From the Helena 1958-1959 cruise book |
From the Helena 1959-1960 cruise book |
From the Helena 1958-1959 cruise book |