I was on DDG 14 the Buchanan in '71 during Vietnam. The Adam's class was a huge step up from the Gearing class I previously served on. The galley and mess deck were together on the same deck. Great advantage for the cooks. Hot food had to go down a narrow ladder to the serving line on the Gearing.
I was on the Cochrane DDG-21 at Pearl harbor. I remember offloading our ammo at West Loch before entering dry-dock in 81 and offloading the missiles (SM1) and the 5" shells just as shown here. Anyone who has ever served in Adam's class knows this drill well. These were great well-armed and well-balanced ships. If they had an Achilles heel it was the 1200 pound steam plant. A real maintenance hog if ever there was one. I would not have traded my time on a DDG for anything. (FTG1(SW) / MAJ FA)
Being from Hobart and going onboard on quite a few open days as a kid(4-5 times I reckon), then joining up myself and operating with her on Stalwart and Stuart, she always held a special place in my heart.
My brother & I used to have a run at Garden Island as paperboys in 1971-74 (we were around 10 yrs old). This was one of our favourite ships to visit along with Vampire and Derwent, especially the galley for some of the sultana slices. Always a friendly crew.
Four years of my life on that pretty ship, from cyclone Tracy, around the world tour, nearly getting hit by an Ikara from Stuart and an EVAC of some SAS boys during the Saigon storming by the NVA. Fun Times never forgotten. Vale Hobart
Either the Tugs are doing a Poor Job; or no Tugs -great job. Statement based on distance bow to pier increases from 3 to 4 minutes in the video. (an American here)
Glad I posted off just before this..... She is looking like an old cougar that knows it's about to die. I was in Port Adelaide just before I went to the Gulf in 02 and saw her sitting at the wharf with no guns, masts, radar etc. Basically just a shell. Needless to say I sunk to my knees and cried.
Did the states trip to put the mod 10 on then went back for the mod gun course , then was a part of 51 maintenance crew when we took 50 ton of water through it , thanks to Max Schaefer
I love the White Ensigns. I fly a large red one on the water and always think of the white and what it means. As much as I'd like to own a white ensign, it would be an offence and a disrespect for me to have one let alone fly it... so I don't. Hobart was a pretty ship.
I was on DDG 14 the Buchanan in '71 during Vietnam. The Adam's class was a huge step up from the Gearing class I previously served on. The galley and mess deck were together on the same deck. Great advantage for the cooks.
Hot food had to go down a narrow ladder to the serving line on the Gearing.
I remember going aboard her when she was brand new as a kid, and Dad went to Vietnam on her as well on the gun line...
I was on the Cochrane DDG-21 at Pearl harbor. I remember offloading our ammo at West Loch before entering dry-dock in 81 and offloading the missiles (SM1) and the 5" shells just as shown here. Anyone who has ever served in Adam's class knows this drill well. These were great well-armed and well-balanced ships. If they had an Achilles heel it was the 1200 pound steam plant. A real maintenance hog if ever there was one. I would not have traded my time on a DDG for anything. (FTG1(SW) / MAJ FA)
The Charles F Adams Class, missile guided Destroyer are truly one of the greatest type of surface warship that has ever built.
Being from Hobart and going onboard on quite a few open days as a kid(4-5 times I reckon), then joining up myself and operating with her on Stalwart and Stuart, she always held a special place in my heart.
Open days were great PR for the Navy.😅
I served in HOBART in 86 as a ABETS, 93 as AWEEO, 96 as SEO(Guns) and 97 as DWEEO. Best Crew and Ship - I'd go back any day !!!!
The most beautiful ships the Navy ever bought.
My brother & I used to have a run at Garden Island as paperboys in 1971-74 (we were around 10 yrs old). This was one of our favourite ships to visit along with Vampire and Derwent, especially the galley for some of the sultana slices. Always a friendly crew.
Some kids just get lucky.
Cold War ships were always the most Beautiful.
That is beautiful Seamanship. BTW, I reckon Pete was the best Skipper we had.
I taught Peter Murray DDG Courses at CDSC - never had him as a Skipper - but a True Fella !
Four years of my life on that pretty ship, from cyclone Tracy, around the world tour, nearly getting hit by an Ikara from Stuart and an EVAC of some SAS boys during the Saigon storming by the NVA. Fun Times never forgotten. Vale Hobart
She was my first in 69 sad to see her go. Thanks Mick
Buque impresionante!!🇪🇸🇪🇸
My first ship as a Smn MTP. 1980
Fishing is good at Pt Wilson, where this de-ammunitioning is taking place.
Three postings to HOBART - 86, 93, 96-97. Something special about HOBART and I still dream about being on her !
You might remember my father,chief petty officer,David constable,,aka FUZZ,,
thx mick for putting ya movies up
I served on Brissy for my ten years but loved the DDGs cool as mate , cheers Johnny Holmes
Thanks John, I can't tell you what a privilege it was being on board for her final voyage. I felt I was recording history.
Either the Tugs are doing a Poor Job; or no Tugs -great job. Statement based on distance bow to pier increases from 3 to 4 minutes in the video. (an American here)
No tugs involved.
Glad I posted off just before this..... She is looking like an old cougar that knows it's about to die. I was in Port Adelaide just before I went to the Gulf in 02 and saw her sitting at the wharf with no guns, masts, radar etc. Basically just a shell. Needless to say I sunk to my knees and cried.
You're not alone, I cried when they sank my 2 babies as well, Brissie and Perth.
Captain is not going to lose his lucky hat ...
Did the states trip to put the mod 10 on then went back for the mod gun course , then was a part of 51 maintenance crew when we took 50 ton of water through it , thanks to Max Schaefer
I love the White Ensigns. I fly a large red one on the water and always think of the white and what it means. As much as I'd like to own a white ensign, it would be an offence and a disrespect for me to have one let alone fly it... so I don't. Hobart was a pretty ship.
I agree , I wanted one for my yacht but didn't pursue it.
Is that music coming from the ships overhead?
Cool👍
My profile pic is on HOBART in 1986 during a S.E. Asia Deployment with the USS New Jersey Battle Group.
Pete Murray - Top Fella !
My grandpa was on the ship
10:25 What's the Blue & White Sign?
Sounds like Taffy the Coxswain?
Mate you have.
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9:27 would have been good if they fired off a few missiles and other rounds for a bit of target practice before the old girl was disarmed.