If my memory is correct Bob came out to warm up the troops and ask why all the roped off seats. One of the white hats said the small area was for the admiral and base commander, the big was for officers. It was really hot and Bob said come on down. If the officers want a seat they have to set in the sun like the enlisted. And that is how come Bob Hope was liked by the troops.

I got off the ship in the Phillipines and was home for Christmas. I remember watching the Bob Hope show on T.V at home and seeing lots of people I knew.