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John Gidaro relaxing today.

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John Gidaro relaxing on the fantail in 1967.

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USS Boxer LPH-4. Photo by John Gidaro.

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Maildrop. It was always a welcome sight.
Photo by John Gidaro.

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An excellent photo of the firing of our 5 Inch to Port.
Occasionally there was a slight vibration during this process.
Photo by John Gidaro.

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Preston IC3, catches some needed rest.
One can only assume that this did not occur during the firing of the 5 Inch.
Photo by John Gidaro.

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A great reminder of daily life aboard:
Parker... enjoys the close proximity of locker, dittybag and overhead.
Photo by John Gidaro.

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The smoking lamp is lit. Nelson... is seen enjoying the deck lounge area. Photo by John Gidaro.

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The Enlisted Men's Club in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba.

A postcard, submitted by John Gidaro.

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1967 Guantanamo Bay. The pool. A postcard submitted by John Gidaro. 

It kind of makes you wonder what all those 'new guests' at Gitmo are complaining about.

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William Hovis with beverage and an unnamed Machinists Mate, attend a ship's beer party at Gitmo in 1967.

Photo submitted by John Gidaro.

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William Hovis in his rack / locker combo unit. Apparently the snipes had custom 'furniture'.

Photo submitted by John Gidaro.