| During one of the longest and roughest work days of the cruise, teamwork and split second timing were vital. The men at station three prepare to send over a hose to an APA during Exercise Back Pack. The seas were running 8 to 12 feet, with winds holding steady at 37 knots, and it was wet and cold. Howell, Boatswainmate in charge, was inundated seconds after this picture was taken. Waves between the two ships often became huge mountains of water, crashing against the sides and sending spray as high as 70 feet in the air. |
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