The USS Irex SS–482: Bermuda run, early 1961
Bob Souden QMC (SS) has generously provided a large number of very interesting photos. This group shows what started out as a qualification party in Bermuda early in 1961 (reportedly January), but soon became mayhem.
![[ Bermuda 1 ]](../bin/Souden-1a.png)
Shown here is the mob which turned the qualification dunking of a newly
qualified engineman into a swim party. Prominent in the floral trunks is Captain
Apthorp. To the Captain's right is Alteri EN3 (SS).
![[ Bermuda 2 ]](../bin/Souden-1b.png)
Standing on the planes is an electrician; in the water, Chief Greenwood
RMC (SS); flying in the air is Bodner RM2 (SS).
![[ Bermuda 3 ]](../bin/Souden-1c.png)
Matzelle EN3 (SS) said, “You wouldn't dare; I'm
dressed up”, along with other enginemen, including Alteri.
![[ Bermuda 4 ]](../bin/Souden-1d.png)
Well, he misjudged. In he goes!