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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. SERVING IN THE PEACETIME NAVYBy BILLYBOYFascinating account of life aboard a capital ship on the eve of war. I've read many accounts of naval battles and the reactions and thoughts of naval personnel; but this was the first account of shipboard life in peace time. The author does an excellent job of describing the daily routine of an enlisted man on the USS California in the months just prior to Pearl Harbor. Also included is a description of various ports of call and what sailors did during leave time on shore. One thing I found especially surprising was that Pearl Harbor and Honolulu were not considered to be attractive ports (San Diego and San Francisco were thought to be much more entertaining). I would definitely recommend this book for anyone who has an interest in the history of the U. S. Navy transitioning from peace to war.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. One of the few that deals with the viewpoint of enlisted ranks.By Maxwell T. SandfordIt was never a picnic for any enlisted AB!0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. This one is specialBy Ed CampbellThe "battleship navy" ended for all intents in December `41 at Pearl Harbor; where the superiority of the aircraft carrier was powerfully demonstrated. Mason was there; having signed on for a one-year hitch in the navy reserves. He was trained as a radio man; transcribing messages in Morse code; a semi-elite position for an enlisted sailor. His description of naval training and life aboard the battleship California is wonderful... you are there. And then of course comes December 7th; which Mason observed from his battle station high atop the California's mainmast. Just amazing. Highly recommended.
