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USS Litchfield County (LST-901)
The items on this page have been generously provided by C. C. Bryant, CDR (USN, Ret.).   He served as Commanding Officer of USS Litchfield County (LST-901) from its recommissioning on 5 MAR 66 until 30 JUN 68.
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Outside Back Cover   Outside Front Cover
Commissioning Program

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Pictured at left

LT C. C. Bryant and family at commissioning ceremony of USS Litchfield County (LST-901) on
5 MAR 66
Newpaper articles about USS Litchfield County (LST-901) and its crew

 Articles/photographs pertinent to a visit aboard USS Litchfield County (LST-901) 
by Admiral David L. McDonald, USN, Chief of Naval Operations

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Unfortunately, age has taken its toll on the quality of this article; and, this is the best reproduction the web master could provide.


In this article, which is an interview with Admiral McDonald, he specifically mentions the LITCHFIELD COUNTY.  In the paragraph that begins immediately above his photo in the right hand column, and the following paragraph, it states:
He also had this to say:  "I was tremendously heartened by the crews of ships out there.  For instance, I went aboard an LST...the LITCHFIELD COUNTY.

The captain is a young lieutenant and his senior enlisted man was a 1st class PO - not even a chief on board - and I was overwhelmed by what I saw on the ship.  It was one of the cleanest, finest ships I have been on."

Arleigh Burke Trophy
 
USS Litchfield County (LST-901) was nominated for the Arleigh Burke Trophy on 4 JUL 66.  Following is a copy of the nominating correspondance.  Because of its age, it is difficult to read so all 3 pages have been retyped for visual clarity and immediately follow.

This trophy is presented each year to the ship or aviation squadron, in both the Atlantic and Pacific fleets, that has achieved the greatest improvement during the preceding year. Among the factors considered are operational accomplishments, performance in inspections, awards and retention.

The following are copies of some official Naval Messages received

Please note the 3rd row of correspondance concerns the ship's efforts following the 10 MAR 68 enemy attack at Cua Viet.
LCDR R. D. Gillham presents
LT C. C. Bryant, Commanding Officer, USS Litchfield County (LST-901)
with the Republic of Vietnam's Distinguished Service Order.
This is the 2nd highest military award given by the Republic of Vietnam.
LT C. C. Bryant received the Navy Commendation Medal
He received this medal for his excellent command of USS LITCHFIELD COUNTY
during the events of 10 MAR 68 at Cua Viet, RVN
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