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Greetings Lincoln Nation and Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! IGreetings would likeLincoln to extendNation! a cordial to every Warrior for a It’scongratulations been an exciting two Abe weeks full of great job helping the Hampton Roads Area during the command wide community awards, achievements and good deeds. relations project. With more than 1500 Sailors pitching in at more than 100 different locations it was a clean sweep for Big Abe. The season for sneezes and sniffles is swiftly approaching. Thanks to Big Abe’s medical team, we’re all fighting fit with a fresh flu vaccine. Aside from Hispanic Heritage, September is also a month dedicated to suicide prevention and awareness. Big Abe has an outstanding prevention and response program and a fantastic track record for preventing suicides. With so much going on we’re never short on good news from Lincoln, so keep up the great work Lincoln Nation!
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Comedy is the Cure SAPR Enrichement Story by MC2 Kyle Henley
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ailors attached to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln were treated to comedy mixed with a message about preventing alcohol and drug abuse at Naval Station Norfolk, Va. Sept. 18. Comedy is the Cure featured comedian Bernie McGrenahan, who has been featured on “Late Night with Jay Leno” and is an active voice against alcohol abuse. The event is part of his “Comedy with a Message” tour and it’s geared toward educating service members about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse as well as suicide prevention. “I came to entertain and share a personal story about how having no plan will end up ruining your night,” said McGrenahan. “When you’re under stress drinking can make any situation worse.” During his presentation, McGrenahan gave insight into his experiences and lessons he’s learned. He said his goal was to steer people in the direction of a better life. “Drinking can lead to poor decisions,” said McGrenahan. “It can lead to drugs and blur the lines of consent between people.” Chief Aviation Structural Mechanic Sheila Dingler, Lincoln’s Sexual Assault Prevention and Response coordinator, lauded McGrenahan’s program for the benefits he can provide Sailors. “This event has had a measurable impact on our fleet and Navy within the alcohol and suicide prevention effort,” said Dingler. “I recommend it for all Sailors no matter the pay grade.” Dingler went on to explain her experience with the event when she attended. “I attended last year and it was fantastic,” said Dingler. “It is a great opportunity for Lincoln Sailors to educate themselves.” McGrenahan closed the event with a few words of wisdom that apply not only to Sailors but to all people. “No matter how you think the night may go, have a plan,” said McGrenahan. “And most importantly you need to respect each other and trust the people you’re with.”
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Story by MC3 Benjamin Liston
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ailors stationed aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, joined other commands from Hampton Roads, at a Sexual Assault Prevention and Response (SAPR) training session on Naval Station Norfolk (NSN) Sept. 24. The training was conducted by the NSN Fleet and Family Service Support Center. The presentation was called “No Zebras,” and comes from the behavior presented by a herd zebras when they are hunted by predators. When zebras are attacked, they flee, but once the predator feeds off its kill, the zebras will stand and watch their fellow zebra get eaten. “You don’t have to be a bystander,” said Katie Kleve, one of the educators for the training. “You can intervene and save someone’s life.” The training was presented in skits designed to raise the awareness of sexual assault and how to prevent such things from occurring in today’s Navy. The skits were meant to reach Sailors on a level to make them consider how to intervene, according to Kleve. “We not only want to make Sailors aware of the consequences of sexual assault,” said Christie Martin, a performer in the event. “We want them to be able to intervene and help their fellow shipmates in any situation where sexual assault rears its head.” The training presented statistics of sexual assaults not only in the military but also throughout the nation. “Every three seconds someone is sexually assaulted,” said Martin. “It’s a scary thought to realize this.” During the exercise, Sailors were asked to close their eyes and visualize four people they cared about and think about how they would feel if one of them was sexually assaulted. “This exercise brings the situation closer to home for the Sailor,” said Kleve. “It helps them realize that this happens every day and if it happened to someone you loved, how would you feel?”
Around the Ship
(Above) USS Abraham Lincoln’s Commanding Officer Capt. Karl Thomas and Command Master Chief Gregg Weber greet students at Newsome Park Elementary in Newport News, Va. as part of a command wide community service project in the Hampton Roads Area Sept. 20. (Photo From USS Abraham Lincoln Public Affairs)
(Above) Lincoln’s Command Chaplain, Cmdr. Denis Cox, departed the ship for his next command Sept. 25. (Photo by MC3 Mason Campbell) (Right) Sailors at Naval Station Norfolk engage in Bernie McGrenahan’s show during his “Comedy is the Cure” tour. The tour promotes awareness about drug and alcohol abuse as well as suicide prevention. (Photo by MCSN Aaron Kiser) Interior Communications Electrician 3rd Class Courtney McIntyre, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), power washes soap off park benches as part of a community relations project at Portsmouth City Park, Sept. 20. (Photo by MC1 Patrick Grieco)
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(Above) Chief Master-at-Arms William Matteson, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), has his anchors pinned on by his wife during a chief pinning ceremony at Fort Eustis in Newport News, Va. Sept. 13. (Photo by SN Phylicia Hanson)
(Above) Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) prepare to take the E-4 Advancement exam in Hampton, Va., Sept. 19. (Photo by SN Phylicia Hanson)
(Above) Lt. Cmdr. Patrick Batiste, left, and Lt. Joshua Wyatt, right, grill hot dogs and hamburgers aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). (Photo by MC3 Joshua Walters)
(Above) Hospital Corpsman 1st class Arthur Thomas assigned to Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) prepares to sterilize equipment aboard the floating accommodation facility (FAF). (Photo by MC3 Joshua Walters)
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Lincoln Promotes Suicide Prevention and Awareness Story by MC2 Amanda Kilpatrick
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uicide is ranked as the third leading cause of death in the Navy, surpassing combat-related deaths in Afghanistan. Sailors from the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) fight these statistics using Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST). ASIST is the third tier of Lincoln’s program that teaches people the skills needed to intervene before someone takes his or her own life. “This training is unique to CVN-72 and open to Sailors of all ranks and rates,” said Lt. Gregory Asgaard, the ship’s psychologist. “There are three levels of training that build on one another through progressive levels of training and developmental levels of skills.” The first tier meets every Monday for one hour as a group, focusing on basic identifying warnings and stressors. The second tier is a three hour workshop focusing on building awareness and aid. Tier three is two days of intensive training through ASIST. “This program hits at the heart of the challenges of ship life and the ship yard,” said Lt. David Duprey, one of Lincoln’s chaplains. “We know that this is a difficult place to be, and this program is just one part of our response to that challenge. “ More than 1,039 Sailors have gone through training in the last year a number that is unmatched in other commands. “The overarching goal of the course is to empower individual Sailors, at all levels of the command, with basic education and skills for to seek help for either themselves or engaging their shipmates with a caregiver and professional resources,” said Asgaard. With the training becoming more involved and intensive over the years, Lincoln has had zero suicides in the last three years. “While many people will experience suicidal thoughts and despair at some point in their lives, these thoughts and feelings are most effectively addressed with the right source of support or set of skills for handling your unique situations
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or problems,” said Asgaard. Sailors who want to become involved or get more information about suicide awareness and prevention can contact Lt. Asgaard or Chaplain Duprey at 307751-4297 or Military Crisis Line 24 hours per day at 1-800273-8255.
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Sailors Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month Prepare Authentic Spanish Cuisine for Festive Lunch Story and Photos by MC3 Jonteil Johnson
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ailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month aboard the floating accommodation facility Sept. 25. “Holding events like these lets our Sailors know they are accepted no matter what their ethnic background or what they choose to believe in,” said Lt. j.g. Eric Gonzalez, Lincoln’s command diversity officer. “Personally, I like the fact that there are many other Sailors who are familiar with my heritage and have had the same experiences as me. I think it makes a better team.” Gonzalez is responsible for overseeing the management and execution of a number of meetings and events each month to honor different heritages. He said be believes his mission is to influence camaraderie and understanding among Lincoln Sailors because it will make the crew more effective. Gonzalez said he was excited because he is of Hispanic descent. “There are many things about Hispanic heritage I enjoy,” said Gonzalez. “It makes me feel good to be able to share my heritage’s cuisine with my shipmates. It’s our way of showing who we are.” Instead of the traditional menu, Sailors were able to enjoy a variety of lobster-based Hispanic dishes, such as lobster paella, a Spanish meal comprised of shrimp, lobster, fish and an assortment of spices. Lt. Cmdr. Javier Medina with Engineering Department’s “A” Division said he enjoys everything the command diversity counsel is doing to reinforce the importance of diversity and how it directly affects morale. He credits the Navy for being like a small society. He said for any society to function properly, everyone has to work together and there is no room for anything less. “These types of events certify that we recognize we have multiple groups of people from around the world,” said Medina. “This meal will be very effective in conveying to the Lincoln crew that we’re a diverse crew, and we’re going to stay like that. That’s why we’re the world’s finest Navy.”
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Lincoln Everywhere
Sailors Volunteer in Hampton Roads Region
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Story From USS Abraham Lincoln Public Affairs
ore than 1,500 Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) volunteered in seven different cities at more than 30 different community relations (COMREL) events, Sept. 20. The COMREL projects ranged from building a home for Habitat for Humanity in Hampton, Va., to visiting local elementary and middle schools in Newport News to cleaning up beaches and parks in Virginia Beach, Va. The all-day volunteer effort in Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Hampton, Yorktown, Portsmouth, Carrollton and Newport News was coordinated through Lincoln’s Religious Ministries Department while the Lincoln undergoes its refueling and complex overhaul (RCOH) in Newport News. “If we have an opportunity to give back to the community, to bring smiles to young faces and help out our local community,” said Capt. Karl Thomas, who greeted students as they arrived to Newsome Park Elementary School in Newport News. “It’s absolutely worth it and it’s the right thing to do.” Newsome Park Elementary Principal Victor Martinez appreciated the support provided by Lincoln Sailors. “Our kids benefit immensely from the Navy being here,” said Martinez. “The support given by the Navy will be reciprocated throughout the Hampton Roads community, and I think that’s a wonderful thing.” USS Abraham Lincoln’s command chaplain Cmdr. Denis Cox coordinated the all-day COMREL reflected on the outreach these types of projects have on the local communities Sailors live in. “This massive one-day volunteer outreach by Lincoln Sailors positively impacts the countless community members they will interact with today along with the communities at large,” said Cox. One of those Sailors offering his assistance was Damage Controlman 3rd Class Evan Marshall who volunteered at the Hoffler Creek Wildlife Foundation in Portsmouth, Va. He reflected on the positive contributions Sailors make to the local communities through these types of COMRELs.
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“I loved volunteering at this event,” said Marshall. “I got to serve my community in a great way. Community service is always a great thing.” Damage Controlman 1st Class Narrean Brown also volunteered at Hoffler Creek Wildlife Foundation by cleaning an exhibit area. “This is a really cool event, cleaning out a path for an exhibit to reopen,” said Brown. “Just getting out in the community and helping out encourages other Sailors to do the same.” Portsmouth Mayor Kenneth Wright visited with Lincoln Sailors as they volunteered at Hoffler Creek Wildlife Foundation and Portsmouth City Park. “The military is 48 percent of our economy in Hampton Roads,” said Wright. “To have this kind of outreach is extremely impressive.” Doug Kennedy, superintendent, Parks Facilities and Landscape Services for the Newport News Ranger Station, felt the impact provided by Lincoln Sailors. “We really appreciate the service that these Sailors are providing,” said Kennedy. “The Navy has always been a huge supporter of Hampton Roads and for the Lincoln as a whole to come out is simply amazing.” For Machinist’s Mate 1st Class Joseph Arnold, the reason for volunteering at Nike Park in Carrollton, Va., was not only to support the local communities, but also to provide mentorship opportunities to junior Sailors within his department. “It helps build camaraderie between senior and junior Sailors,” said Arnold. Machinist’s Mate 2rd Class Darrin Door, who serves as a COMREL represenstative at the command, echoed Arnold’s sentiment that COMRELs provide opportunities to learn about leadership. “It is a great opportunity for me to learn how to manage people and learn leadership,” said Door. Chief Aviation Electronics Technician Patrick Lybarger provided volunteer assistance at Sandy Bottom Nature Park in Hampton, Va., and reflected on what COMREL service means to him. Continued on Pg. 10...
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Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln’s (CVN 72) Combat Systems department participate in a community relations project Sept. 20. (Photo by MC1 Patrick Grieco)
Hospital Corpsman assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), participate in a community relations project at Norfolk Botanical Gardens during a community relations project. (Photo by SN Phylicia Hanson)
Sailors assigned to Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln’s (CVN 72) Aircraft Intermediate Maintenance Division (AIMD), pose for a photograph after AIMD participated in a community relations project at Sandy Bottom Nature Park. (Photo by MCSN Ellen E. Long)
Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln’s (CVN 72) Damage Control division participate in a community relations project Sept. 20. (Photo by MC2 Amanda Kilpatrick)
Hospital corpsman assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), pose during a community relations project at the USS Wisconson Sept. 20. (Photo by SN Phylicia Hanson)
Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) Weapons department participate in a community relations project Sept. 20. (Photo by MC2 Kyle Henley)
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“Giving back to the community is important because it brings everyone together and that’s what it’s all about,” said Lybarger. Angela Henery, Asset Manager at Fort Monroe Authority, appreciated the volunteerism by Lincoln Sailors to preserve the historic Fort Monroe site. “It is fantastic and an amazing opportunity for Lincoln Sailors to come here to help preserve Fort Monroe,” said Henery. “I couldn’t be prouder to have volunteers to help out.” Lincoln Sailors have made a significant impact in the Hampton Roads region since the aircraft carrier arrived in Norfolk in August 2012, contributing more than 5,000 volunteer hours at various COMREL projects. “By providing these types of volunteer opportunities during RCOH our Sailors are afforded the opportunity to help the communities where they live. In return, communities have realized the beneficial role of the Navy and Abraham Lincoln Sailors’ volunteerism,” said Cox. Lincoln Sailors volunteered at the following locations in Hampton Roads: - In Hampton: Sandy Bottom Nature Park; John B. Cary Elementary School; Veterans Administration Medical Center; Fort Monroe; Hampton Food Bank; Bluebird Gap Farm; Bethel Park; Habitat for Humanity; Spratley Gifted Center; Buckroe Beach; Animal Aid Society; Salvation Army; Kecoughtan High School; - In Newport News: Newsome Park Elementary School; Virginia Living Museum; Habitat for Humanity; Newport News Park; Five Loves Food Pantry, and Newport News Ranger Station; - In Norfolk: USS Wisconsin; Union Missions Ministries; Foodbank of the Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore; Norfolk Botanical Gardens; Ronald McDonald House; Norfolk Zoo; - In Virginia Beach, Va.: Virginia Beach; Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center; - In Portsmouth: Hoffler Creek Wildlife Foundation and City Park; - In Carrollton: Nike Park; - In Yorktown: Yorktown Beach.
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(Above) Master at Arms 2nd Class Dominique Brooks and Information Systems Technician 1st Class Makeisha Ervin pick up trash as part of a community relations project on Virginia Beach. (Photo by MC3 Zachary Anderson)
(Above) Capt. Karl Thomas, commanding officer of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), addresses Lincoln Sailors participating in a community relations project at a Habitat for Humanity project. (Photo by MCSN Ellen E. Long)
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(Above) Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Kerchelle Cortes, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), prunes rose bushes at Norfolk Botanical Gardens during a community relations project Sept. 20. (Photo by SN Phylicia Hanson)
(Above) Chief Cryptologic Technician Timothy Nerbonne, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), clears brush at the ranger station in Newport News, Va. during a community relations project Sept. 20. (Photo by MC3 B. Thomas Liston)
(Above) Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) help members of the Virginia Aquarium Stranding Response team carrying a deceased Loggerhead Sea Turtle as part of a community relations project on Fort Monroe, Va., Sept. 20. (Photo by MC3 Joshua Walters)
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Women@Sea Discuss Uniform Wear Story by SN Phylicia Hanson
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aster Chief Gregg Weber, Command Master Chief on Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), discussed uniform regulations and grooming standards at a Women@Sea meeting at Huntington Hall Sept. 19. During this meeting several “gray” issues were brought up about female hair standards and grooming. “Throughout my 28 years in the Navy I have worked in the submarine community,” said Weber. “So having females aboard is a new experience for me, now I have to ensure my knowledge of standards on both females and males is correct.” The meeting brought up several issues that affect female Sailors every day, including regulations that have not been updated in nearly a decade. The Lincoln Woman@Sea group, which is the only active groups aboard a carrier, wants to finally address the issues to try to update regulation instructions. “It is really important to ensure that our junior Sailors know what the regulations are,” said Senior Chief Information Technician Darcella Coopersanders. “I correct females nearly on a daily basis on their hair style and nail colors. They help represent the Navy. We need to look professional.” The Woman@Sea group meets once a month, any issues that need to be discussed or questions about the group can be submitted to Lt. Jessica Woody, medical department, woody.jessica@cvn72.navy.mil.
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Command Maser Chief Gregg Weber, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), attended the Woman@Sea meeting held once a month at Huntington Hall in Newport News, Va., to discuss uniform regulations and grooming standards for woman.
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Lincoln Sailors Defend Against Flu Virus Story by MCSN Ellen E. Long
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ailors assigned to Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) took their first steps toward fighting the flu this season by getting vaccinated Sept. 19 - 21. Vaccinations began at 6 a.m. on Sept. 19, 2013, and more than 2,000 shots were given by 1 p.m. the same day. “The Navy Surgeon General requires that 90 percent of the crew be vaccinated within 72 hours of beginning the shots,” said Lt. Jessica Woody of Lincoln’s Medical Department. “Lincoln achieved that early on Sept. 21.” According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), a flu vaccine is needed every year because flu viruses are always changing and the shot is updated as the viruses change. “Influenza is incredibly contagious and can spread through a closed environment, like a ship, very quickly,” said Woody. “Sailors need flu shots to stop the disease before it stops them from being mission ready.” For the duration of flu season, the CDC recommends to avoid sick people as much as possible, wash your hands and sanitize with alcohol-based hand sanitizer often, cover your nose and mouth when you cough or sneeze, avoiding touching your eyes, nose and mouth, and clean and disinfect surfaces and objects that could be contaminated. “Your immune system fights disease by recognizing a foreign virus or bacteria in the shot, flagging it with antigens and then sending white blood cells to kill that disease,” said Woody. “The shot gives your body a chance to identify the flu virus early in a safe form and create antigens ahead of time.” According to Department of Defense Directive 6205.2E, all members of the United States Armed Forces are required to undergo routine immunizations. “It is essential for mission readiness to have all service members up to date on their vaccinations,” said Woody. “Warfighters need to stay at top readiness and we can’t let “the flu” keep us from staying at the top of our game.”
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Capt. Karl O. Thomas, Commanding Officer of USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN72), is administered his annual influenza vaccine during the command wide vaccination process on board the Lincoln’s Floating Accommodation Facility. (Photo by MC3 Mason Campbell)
Capt. Randall W. Peck, Executive Officer of USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), is administered his annual influenza vaccine during the command wide vaccination process on board the Lincoln’s Floating Accommodation Facility. (Photo by MC3 Mason Campbell)
Building on a Legacy Lincoln Pins New Chiefs Story by SN Phylicia Hanson
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imitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) advanced 33 Sailors to the rank of Chief Petty Officer (CPO) during a ceremony at Fort Eustis, Va. Sept. 13. The ceremony followed an intense six-week training period known as CPO 365 Phase II, which began Aug. 1, the day CPO advancement results were released. CPO 365 Phase I trains First class petty officers year-round. Throughout the training, senior leaders introduced the CPO selectees to a set of challenges that were designed to strengthen their leadership and mentoring abilities. “We found out through the six-week period that Chiefs think differently than we did as first classes,” said Chief Hospital Corpsman Faviola Vail, one of the new CPOs. “We had to learn to humble ourselves. We also learned about the Chief’s Mess and how we can help our Sailors through the mess. Once you make Chief, your main focus is on your Sailors.” The pinning ceremony began with soon-to-be CPOs marching from the rear of the auditorium to the stage singing “Anchors Away,” showing Navy pride and unity that comes with the title and rank of CPO. Lincoln’s Commanding Officer, Capt. Karl O. Thomas, addressed the selectees, family members and crew members of the Lincoln. “When I saw the results list for CPO, I wasn’t surprised to see the names of our selectees,” said Thomas. “These men and women are remarkable in their roles as leaders, and will make an impact on their Sailors as their Chiefs. I am so proud, and I am about to be even more proud in a few moments when I see you all get pinned.” Each CPO selectee was called up to the stage
individually when it was time to pin anchors onto the collars of their new khaki uniforms. The Chiefs were pinned by family members and spouses. The new Chiefs then were capped with their new khaki combination covers by their mentors, marking the next milestone in their careers. “My father is a retired Technical Sargent after 20 years in the Air Force, and it inspired my brothers and I to serve our country,” said Air Force Staff Sgt. Maria Hernandez, sister of Chief Interior Communications Electrician Henry Hernandez, one of the new CPOs. “I’m so proud to see Henry achieve this milestone in his career.” At the conclusion of the ceremony, Master Chief Navy Counselor Paul Tyquienqco read the CPO Creed and then each newly pinned CPO was congratulated by fellow CPOs and fellow Lincoln crew members. As others congratulated each new Chief, it became clear that the transition is complete.
“These men and women are remarkable in their roles as leaders...” ~ Capt. Karl Thomas
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(Above) Chief Petty Officer Selects Class 120 await to be pinned during a chief pinning ceremony at Fort Eustis in Newport News, Va., Sept. 13. (Photo by MC3 Danian Douglas)
(Above) Chief Master-at-Arms William Matteson, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), walks through side boys as they render honors at a chief pinning ceremony at Fort Eustis in Newport News, Va., Sept. 13. (Photo by MC3 Jonteil Johnson)
(Above) Chief Quartermaster Eric Scott, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), walks through side boys as they render honors at a chief pinning ceremony at Fort Eustis in Newport News, Va., Sept. 13. (Photo by MC3 Jonteil Johnson)
(Below) Chief Logistic Specialist Dianne Brathwaite is covered by Chief Electronic Technician Jeffery Eckert during a chief pinning ceremony at Fort Eustis in Newport News, Va., Sept. 13. (Photo by SN Phylicia Hanson)
(Above) Chief Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Shawn Baker, assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), has his anchors pinned on by his family during a chief pinning ceremony at Fort Eustis in Newport News, Va., Sept. 13. (Photo by SN Phylicia Hanson)
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