Menhaden's Crew departing her for the final time during the Decommissioning Ceremony, August 13th, 1971.
 
Menhaden's Crew in formation on the pier during the Decommissioning Ceremony.
 
The San Diego Naval Training Center Band playing for the Menhaden's Decommissioning Ceremony.
 
Leo Rodgers, EMC(SS), Chief of the Boat, and Jim Hoffman, EMC(SS), after the Decommissioning Ceremony.
 
Another view of Leo and Jim.
 
(Photos Courtesy of James G. Hoffman, EMC(SS), Menhaden, 1968-71; Images Courtesy of Les Guille, Menhaden's Last Commanding Officer, 1970-71)