1. DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY
MCM ROTATIONAL CREW HOTEL
UNIT 60536
FPO AE 09501-4508
The Commanding Officer, MC~;y1Rotational Crew HOTEL takes pleasure in
presenting the "JUNIOR SAILOR OF THE QUARTER" to
MICHAEL DARRELL SNOWDEN
SEAMAN
UNITED STATES NAVY
"For exceptional meritorious service from 1 October to 31 December 1996. Throughout
this period, you have displayed an impressive degree of professional competence, dedication and
loyal devotion to duty. Your consistently positive attitude and high personal standards have been
instrumental in maintaining a high state of operational readiness while in a training status
awaiting HOTEL crews assignment to another MCM platform.
As a Seaman assigned to deck division, you have demonstrated superior professional
performance and a tireless drive to excel. Your enthusiasm in attacking assigned tasks has been a
major factor in maintaining HOTEL crews high standards. Especially noteworthy was your
selfless devotion to fellow shipmates families as you volunteered personal time to set up food for
military family appreciation day to boost moral for families attJched to naval station Ingleside.
Your constant desire to improve and a positive "can do" attitude has made you an exceptional
example to your peers. I
Your accomplishments have been nothing short of remarkable. Your sound judgment,
positive team spirit, and the ability to get the job done has bOOSjtedDeck Department's pride and
professionalism to an all time high.
Your impressive performance reflects great credit upon yourself and has upheld the
highest traditions ofthe United States Naval Service. I .
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A. E. MITCHELL
Lieutenant Commander, U. S. Navy
Commanding Officer