On 17 and 18 September, 50 years ago, the Biddle held two ship’s parties in Yokosuka. I assume there were two so that those who had had duty could attend. I was lucky and went to both. My rating, according to my journal: “Wasn’t bad. Good show, free drinks.”
LT Bergquist and I (in background) paid rapt attention to CAPT Olsen.
Definitely a highlight from one of the nights was a solo by whom I believe was BTCM Schultz. The caption is the same as was in the cruise book.
It was also amusing to see the XO up on stage, being instructed in the intricacies of the hukilau.
And, of course, we had a Japanese cowgirl sing some country.
The rest was pretty standard (gallery below), but the evenings were a pleasant break and a chance for the whole crew to relax and have some fun together.
