USS Cabildo (LSD-16) Atomic Test Support

These pictures are courtesy of association member Jim Nunner EM3 aboard 1961 -1964

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Christmas Island 1962

Christmas Island

 

The USS Cabildo played two important roles in the atomic testing series at Christmas Island in 1962. The first was to provide logistical support for the targets; barges loaded with multiple scientific instruments. The second role was to evacuate the islanders to sea during the tests to ensure their saftey.

Enroute to Chrsitmas Island

 

A target in the welldeck

 

Natives in the welldeck

 

Native kids smile for a picture

An LCVP and the Captains Gig on the boat boom

That's not the union jack!

Swimming in the welldeck

Note: The Cabildo crossed the equator twice enroute to Christmas Island,
click here to see King Neptunes Court

 

 

 

 

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