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The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Gravely (DDG 107) returns to Naval Station Norfolk after a regularly scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts, June 24. Gravely was deployed as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group. (MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 2ND NATHAN T BEARD)

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NORFOLK, Va. — The Arleigh Burke-cl ass guide d-missi le destroyer USS Gravely (DDG 107) returned to Naval Station Norfolk after a regularly scheduled deployment, June 24.

Gravely is the first unit to return from the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group, which deployed in December.

While deployed, U.S. 6th Fleet employed the ship to defend U.S., Allied and partner interests, taking Gravely and her crew throughout a variety of European waters while providing a wealth of bilateral and multilateral training opportunities.

Gravely participated in exercises Neptune Strike 2022, Cold Response, Operation Songwright, Dynamic Manta, Neptune Shield 2022, and Hedgehog 22 with forces from Finland, France, Germany, Italy, Norway, Spain, Sweden, Turkey and the United Kingdom, highlighting Gravely’s diverse mission set and capabilities while underscoring the importance of interoperability and operational readiness.

“Exercises with our Allies and partners allowed for a more cohesive alliance and fluid operations,” said Cmdr. Hunter Washburn, Gravely’s commanding officer.

“Operating with Allies and partners is paramount to further developing our communica-

tion and operational capabilities to ensure mission readiness at a moment’s notice.”

Gravely’s leadership hosted several distinguished visitors during port visits.

While in Klaipėda, Lithuania, Gravely hosted a tour and lunch reception with honored guests including the President of Lithuania Gitanas Nauseda, U.S. Ambassador to Lithuania Robert Gilchrist, U.S. Ambassador to Belarus Julie Fisher, and Minister of Defense for Lithuania Arvydas Anusauskas. Gravely hosted the U.S. Ambassador to Poland Mark Brzezinski for a dinner reception in Gdynia, Poland.

The crew docked in Helsinki, Finland, along with dock land-

USS Jason Dunham Returns to Homeport

“The professionalism and fortitude the Gravely has shown during this deployment has not gone unnoticed” — Rear Adm. Paul Spedero ing ship USS Gunston Hall (LSD 44), French frigate FS LatoucheTréville (D646) and German frigate FGS Sachsen (F 219) over Memorial Day weekend, bolstering relations with a key NATO partner and Allied maritime

By Petty Officer 1st Class Cameron Stoner

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) returned to its homeport of Naval Station Mayport, Florida, June 26.

Jason Dunham deployed Dec. 1 as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group.

The ship was employed by U.S. 6th Fleet to defend U.S., Allied and partner interests. Jason Dunham also conducted operations in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations to ensure maritime security in the Middle East.

“I appreciate all the support friends and families of USS Jason Dunham’s crew have provided throughout this deployment,” said Cmdr. Michael Kiser, Jason Dunham’s commanding officer.

“Over the past seven months, our loved ones and their support have allowed us to make a real impact by demonstrating the U.S. commitment to NATO, collective defense,

NORFOLK, Va. — The Navy commissioned the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Montana (SSN 794) in a traditional ceremony held Saturday, June 25, at Naval Station Norfolk.

Under Secretary of the Navy Erik K. Raven, highlighted the Montana’s capabilities and the importance of its crew in maintaining undersea dominance for the fleet.

“When USS Montana joins that fleet, she will add next generation of stealth, surveillance, and special warfare capabilities to our Joint Force, and extend our integrated deterrence capabilities,” said Raven. “This powerful boat and her crew will protect our sea lanes, strengthen our maritime dominance, and contribute to strengthening our relationships with our allies and partners.”

Raven continued to highlight the hard work and dedication

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The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109) returns to Naval Station Mayport, Florida after a regularly scheduled deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts, June 26. (MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 3RD CLASS AARON LAU)

and supporting peace and security in Europe and the Middle East.”

The ship’s diversity of mission sets and substantial capability were complemented by the efforts of the crew.

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Rear Adm. Rick , commander, Submarine Group 7/Task Force (CTF) 74, visited the Republic of Korea as part of a visit culminating with the 54th iteration of the semiannual Submarine Warfare Committee Meeting (SWCM) with the Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy Submarine Force. PAGE A5

“Day in and day out, I was impressed with the resolve and dedication from each Sailor aboard Jason Dunham,” said Cmdr. Robert Keller, Turn to USS Jason, Page 7

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Navy Commissions USS Montana

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forces.

“It is always a blessing to engage with our Allied counterparts overseas in any capacity to showcase our enthusiasm and commitment

needed by the shipyard, crew and all others involved to bring Montana to life.| “We’re here because of the detailed focus of every engineer, technician, builder and Sailor who had a hand in this platform,” said Raven. “USS Montana is proof of what our civilian, contractor and military teams can accomplish together.”

Adm. Frank Caldwell, director of the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program, shared Raven’s sentiment on the importance of the Submarine Force in safeguarding our National Security.

“Today we enjoy a powerful advantage in the undersea realm,” said Caldwell. “Where our competitors seek to challenge the Unites States in all domains, it is a national imperative that we maintain that advantage.”

Caldwell went on to speak on the capabilities Montana and its crew will bring to the Submarine Force.

“From this day forth you and Turn to USS Montana, Page 7

Building School

Parent Workshop

Engineers assigned to U.S. Naval Mobile Construction Battalion THREE and members of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) are building a two-room classroom for the Navonu Primary School in Vanua Levu, Fiji, as part of Pacific Partnership 2022 (PP22).

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New parents received a wealth of information to assist with the transition into parenthood after attending the Fleet and Family Support Center New Parent Resource Awareness Workshop at Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads-Portsmouth Annex June 23. PAGE A2

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Amber McKinney, Life Skills Educator at Fleet and Family Support Center, presents information to attendees during the New Parent Resource Awareness Workshop at Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads-Portsmouth Annex June 23. (KATISHA DRAUGHN-FRAGUADA)

New Parent Workshop provides information, resources to military families

By Katisha Draughn-Fraguada

Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads Public Affairs Office

Expectant and new parents received a wealth of information to assist with the transition into parenthood after attending the Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC) New Parent Resource Awareness Workshop at Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads-Portsmouth Annex June 23.

Amber McKinney, Life Skills Educator at FFSC, organized and spearheaded the event which was open to military members and

their spouses/partners.

“As the host of the workshop, we look at what additional FFSC services can be beneficial, and how to incorporate our installation and the different community agencies that we collaborate with together,” she said.

“We do not want to be redundant or duplicate services that are currently already offered out in the community.”

During the four-hour workshop, attendees were provided information and presentations on a variety of topics to include the Navy Family Care Plan, the Navy Pregnancy and Parenthood App, registering for

childcare at the Child Development Center, Navy Housing services, Navy Marine Corps Relief Society, the Visiting Nurse Program, Women, Infant, Children Program, New Parent Support Program, and Shaken Baby Syndrome.

“This was a great class as they gave us a lot of good resources and also showed what the community has to offer new parents,” said Master-at-Arms Seaman Demetrius Branch from USNS Comfort (T-AH 20).

Branch and his wife have a two-week old son and they were very happy with the topics included in the workshop as they will help

them as they navigate being new parents.

“I would highly recommend all new parents and parents-to-be attend this class,” he said. “I am glad that we came because now we have more resources.”

In addition to receiving the information, attendees were also able to meet other new or expectant parents and talk about their experiences.

McKinney hopes to provide this workshop on a quarterly basis to ensure that new and expectant parents are completely prepared before and in the early stages of having their baby.

“This workshop gives new parents the opportunity to ask specific questions that are targeted to their individual needs,” she said. “We want our attendees to know that FFSC is their one stop shop for all the information they need to assist them and their families in making decisions as they manage the transition of becoming new parents.”

For information on additional classes that the FFSC offers, call Portsmouth Annex at (757) 953-7801, Northwest Annex at (757) 421-8770, or visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/FFSCNSAHAMPTONROADS.

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YOKOSUKA, Japan - Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Fleet Logistics Center (FLC) Yokosuka’s fuel terminal and personnel were recently announced as winners of the Excellence in Naval Fuel Management Recognition Program.

Regional Fuel Director Lt. Cmdr. Blake Garner was awarded under the Navy Fuels Officer category, Regional Fuel Leading Chief Petty Officer Senior Chief Constructionman (CUCS) Zachary Cunningham was awarded under the Navy Fuels Chief Petty Officer category and two Defense Fuel Service Points (DFSP), Hakozaki and Tsurumi, managed by NAVSUP FLC Yokosuka, were awarded under the Naval Bulk Fuel Terminal category.

“Lt. Cmdr. Garner, Senior Chief Cunningham and our fuels team professionals at NAVSUP FLC Yokosuka are

truly deserving of this honor,” said Capt.

Edward Pidgeon, NAVSUP FLC Yokosuka Commanding Officer. “The Navy’s ability to distribute petroleum, oils and lubricants to remote operating areas across the globe is a key component to maintaining the maritime competitive advantage. Our team knows this, believes it, and the fleet and our mission partners are relying on our best each and every day — in our fuels department, the fleet gets just that. These awards attest to our fuel team’s commitment to dedication” Lt. Cmdr. Garner is directly responsible for the operations of 9 DFSP’s throughout the C7F AOR, accounting for nearly 700 million gallons of petroleum product throughput and the management of 375 personnel. As the Regional Fuel Leading Chief Petty Officer, CUCS Cunningham is responsible for the supervision of 45 military personnel at 9 DFSP’s while being a Responsible Officer (RO) for DFSP Hakozaki. DFSP Hakozaki,

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and DFSP Tsurumi are the Yokosuka area DFSP’s that provide bulk fuel throughout the Kanto Plains area in support of C7F tasks. The team of 20 military, 1 government civilian and 147 host nation personnel were instrumental in the recognition as bulk terminal of the year.

“DFSP Hakozaki and Tsurumi, I believe, are two of the best bulk fuel terminals in the world, so their recognition is much deserved. I have never been around a more dedicated, knowledgeable and selfless group of professionals in my military career.” said Lt. Cmdr. Garner. “Myself and CUCS Cunningham’s individual awards are but a reflection of this dedication, not only at DFSP Hakozaki and Tsurumi, but the 7 other superb DFSP’s under FLC Yokosuka.

Individual awards like this are far and away a team award for the daily mission success that our personnel strive for each day.”

The accomplishments of NAVSUP FLC Yokosuka fuels department and their

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leaders aligns with Naval Sustainment System-Supply, a new initiative that reexamines Navy-wide supply chain functions to improve readiness and affordability. It aims to ensure cross-program coordination to meet warfighting needs, with readiness as the overarching goal.

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Expeditionary sea base USNS John L. Canley (ESB-6), Military Sealift Command’s newest ship, at its christening ceremony at the General Dynamics NASSCO shipyard in San Diego, Calif. (SARAH BURFORD)

MSC’s Newest Ship USNS John L. Canley Christened at General Dynamics NASSCO San Diego

By Sarah Burford

Military Sealift Command Pacific

UNITED STATES — Expeditionary sea base USNS John L. Canley (ESB-6), Military Sealift Command’s newest ship, was christened during a ceremony at the General Dynamics NASSCO shipyard in San Diego, Calif., today.

The event was attended by VIP guests including the Honorable Meredith Berger, Assistant Secretary of the Navy (Energy, Installations and Environment); Lt. Gen. Michael Langley, commander, U.S. Marine Forces Command; Vice Adm. Ross Myers, commander, U.S. Fleet Cyber Command/10th Fleet; Sgt. Maj. David Wilson, Command Sergeant Major, 1st Marine Division; Thomas Kiss, director, Ship Management, Military Sealift Command; Captain, Austin Hanbury, Canley’s civil service master;

Jason Briggs, Canley’s Chief Engineer, the ship’s crew, and Sailors from the ships pre-commissioning unit, and five Medal of Honor recipients.

The 784 foot ship honors Gunnery Sgt. John L. Canley, a United States Marine who distinguished himself in battle during the Viet Nam war, in January/February 1968, during the Battle of Huế, with Company A, 1st Battalion, 1st Marines. Canley was originally awarded the Navy Cross but this was upgraded to the Medal of Honor, fifty years after the battle, making him the first living Black Marine to receive the nation’s highest military decoration for valor.

The only previous Black recipients in the Marine Corps who received the medal posthumously.

“If we operate this great ship with a fraction of the skill, tenacity and courage displayed by John Canley, our naval service will be well-positioned to meet the challenges that lie ahead!” said Kiss

during his remarks during the ceremony.

The official christening moment happened when the ship’s sponsor, Canley’s daughter, Patricia Sargent ,broke a bottle of champagne over the ship’s bow with the words, “For the United States of America, I christen you the USNS John L. Canley. May God bless this ship and all who sail on her.”

“What we christen today is not just a ship,” said Dave Carver, president, General Dynamics NASSCO. “It is the embodiment of American unity and purpose; a beacon of freedom that will carry John Canley’s legacy and the legacy of America to people all over the world.”

Canley is the sixth ship in the expeditionary mobile base platform build for MSC, and the third expeditionary staging base model. When activated, Canley will primarily support aviation mine countermeasure and special oper-

ations force missions. In addition to the flight deck, the ship has a hangar with two aviation operating spots capable of handling MH-53E Sea Dragon-equivalent helicopters; accommodations, work spaces, and ordnance storage for embarked force; enhanced command, control, communications, computers, and intelligence to support embarked force mission planning and execution; and reconfigurable mission deck area to store embarked force equipment to include mine sleds and rigid hull inflatable boats.

“Navy forces are more important than ever in building global security, projecting power, deterring foes, and rapidly responding to crisis that affect our national security. To do that we have to be forward, engaged, and ready,” said Kiss. “This expeditionary sea base will do all those things and much more, providing our leadership with options and maneuver space; and supporting the Joint Force through a unique combination of aviation support, equipment staging, command and control, and most importantly, a well-trained crew.”

Canley will be delivered to the MSC fleet later this year, where it will undergo testing and qualifications in preparation for its support of a variety of maritime-based missions, including Special Operations Forces and Airborne Mine Counter Measures support operations, humanitarian and traditional military missions.

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Operational Readiness Training A Littoral Away for NMRTC Bremerton Corpsmen

By Douglas Stutz

Naval Hospital Bremerton/Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Bremerton

BREMERTON, Wa. — With operational readiness the priority of the Navy surgeon general, it’s up to all Navy Medicine Readiness Training Commands to ensure that’s a core mission.

NMRTC Bremerton has formed a unique partnership to help ensure there’s a ready medical force capable of supporting fleet mission — and medical - readiness.

Under coordination from Cmdr. John M. Miyahara, Pastoral Care department head, NMRTC Bremerton has teamed up with Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron 11 to temporarily assign hospital corpsmen for operational platform training and familiarization exercises.

Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Don Wilwayco and Hospital Corpsman 2nd Class Jose Deras spent several weeks in May with MSRON 11, which operates ashore, at sea and in harbors, rivers, bays and littorals of Puget Sound. The squadron conducts maritime security operations by providing port and harbor security for the third largest fleet concentration in the U.S. In his role as NMRTC Bremerton command/clinical chaplain, Miyahara attests that readiness is a crucial issue based upon the principle of syncing body, mind and spirit for good health and wellness, as well as building the necessary toughness to wage and sustain a fight.

“Readiness is about resilience. Readiness is about grit. Being in an operational setting helps our corpsmen get into the rhythm and routine of prioritizing readiness in all they do when on the job,” explained Miyahara, citing Adm. Harry B. Harris, former commander of U.S. Pacific Command as an direct influence in understanding the importance of operational readiness.

“We worked under former PACOM Commander Harry Harris and his mantra was, “We are ready to fight tonight.” In order to be able to do that, we need to work on ourselves as much as we do our job skills,” Miyahara related from his duty assignment with Destroyer Squadron 31 out of Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

When Miyahara arrived at NMRTC Bremerton, his operational experience and training capability provided a foundation from which to build upon in providing opportunities for Sailors with minimal Navy fleet experience.

“When I got here and took on some training missions I saw we were lacking, especially for new corpsmen, exposure to operational life. I really wanted to find an experience that would help our corpsmen get that sense of operational life,” said Miyahara, who took the initiative and reached out to MSRON 11 leadership requesting to allow corpsmen to join their boat crews for mission mentoring and in turn permit the corpsmen to provide medical training.

“It’s been a win-win for both commands,” stated Miyahara.

For Wilwayco, taking part in small boat ops proved to be a distinctive — yet exhilarating - experience compared to his time earning his Fleet Marine Force designation with 3d Medical Battalion, 3rd Marine

Corpsman competency from shore to ship...Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Don Wilwayco, assigned to Navy Medicine Readiness Training Command Bremerton, recently took part in teaming up with Maritime Expeditionary Security Squadron 11 for operational platform training and familiarization exercises. (DOUGLAS H STUTZ)

Logistics Group, Okinawa, Japan.

“The work environment was obviously very different from being with the Marines.

What was similar was the mindset of focusing on the mission,” said Wilmayco, adding that the small boat crews exhibited the same traits as the Marines. “MSRON 11 is a closeknit command. They have great camaraderie, [and] work really well together with a ‘one team, one fight’ mentality.”

The boat crew, consisting of a coxswain, navigator, engineer and at least one other crewman, welcomed the two corpsmen and shared their work environment, demonstrated their varied roles and explained their daily responsibilities.

“We were introduced to weapon handling, logistics, engineering, communications and unit operations. It was all a very valuable experience for us coming from a shore command to undergo what it is like to be on an operational platform,” Wilmayco said.

For their part, Wilmayco and Deras provided instruction on self-aid and buddy-aid.

“We assisted their command training

team in developing a Tactical Combat Casualty Care program that is applicable for the kind of injuries and casualties a small boat unit could expect during a mission, such as burns, gunshot wounds and blast injuries. Those are all concerns with Marines, too, but on the small boat there was medical response training for handling a man-overboard or drowning victim. There’s also needing to know how to recognize and deal with the elements from being out on the open water, such as hypothermia, sun and wind burn, and dehydration,” “We taught the basics such as placing a tourniquet and managing an airwave,” continued Wilmayco. “We went over MARCH [acronym] to prioritize the casualty evaluation steps; massive hemorrhage, airway, respiration, circulation, head injury and/or hypothermia. We also worked with their medical team to conduct training in damage resuscitative interventions and casualty evacuations procedures.”

When underway for two drilling and maneuvering training exercises providing

medical support, Wilmayco and Deras also learned first-hand on boat crew operations, along with tactics and techniques which are applied when conducting maritime force protection, infrastructure and high-valued asset defense, coastal surveillance and special missions.

“Being with them was a great experience.

I’d definitely do it again. Although we were only there for a few weeks, we were accepted and felt like we contributed to their knowledge to help them manage different injuries they might have during a mission,” Wilmayco said.

According to Miyahara there are several more iterations of the cross-training partnership planned.

“Definitely beneficial for us to be able to have an operational platform experience and be trained on the specifics of an expeditionary warfare capable unit,” commented Wilmayco. “MSRON also benefited by having subject matter experts in such qualifications as TCCC and Basic Life Support training.”

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ATLANTIC OCEAN — U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Charles Corcoran, assistant deputy chief of staff for operations at Headquarters U.S. Air Force, embarked the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77) during the carrier strike group’s (CSG) composite training unit exercise (COMPTUEX), June 25-26, 2022.

During the embark, Corcoran toured various spaces on the ship, observed flight operations, attended meetings, and engaged in high-level discussions with CSG-4 and CSG-10 leadership.

“It was a privilege to spend time with the Sailors who proudly serve Carrier Strike Group 10, Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 7, the USS George H.W. Bush and Carrier Strike Group 4,” said Corcoran. “Their tremendous professionalism, work ethic, and enthusiasm was absolutely inspiring. They are clearly ready to take on any challenge.”

As the Air Force implements its new Air Force ‘Force Generation Model’ and focuses on honing its agile combat employment concept, Corcoran sees a unique opportunity to work with the Navy.

“It is truly impressive what the staff of CSG-4 has been able to accomplish with these pre-deployment training scenarios,” said Corcoran.

“The next logical step is for us to find a way to make this a joint effort.”

The George H.W. Bush CSG’s COMPTUEX allows the ships, aircraft, and embarked staffs to work together in response to specific scenarios across all warfare areas, and to refine their ability to communicate and fight alongside one another in a realistic training environment that includes academic, synthetic and live training events.

“The CSG-4 staff is laser-focused on fleet

Air Force Maj. Gen. Charles Corcoran, Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff, Operations, Headquarters U.S. Air Force, visits the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush (CVN 77), June 26, 2022. (MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 3RD CLASS BRANDON ROBERSON)

training that prepares carrier strike groups for world-wide deployment and ensures that they are ready to succeed against any threat,” said Rear Adm. Rich Brophy, commander, CSG-4.

“Having Maj. Gen. Corcoran embarked on CVN 77 allowed us to showcase naval capabilities, and discuss training opportunities between the U.S. Navy and U.S. Air Force as we look to more fully integrate joint assets into our training exercises at sea and ashore.”

Corcoran said he envisions a future where Air Force forces that are in the same phase of pre-deployment workups as the CSG participating in COMPTUEX would train and certify side-byside with their Navy counterparts, providing joint force commanders an inter-service team that is fully integrated on day one of the deploy-

ment.

CSG-4 trains and delivers combat-ready naval forces to U.S. 2nd Fleet and U.S. Fleet Forces Command, which are capable of conducting full-spectrum integrated maritime, joint, and combined operations in support of U.S. national interests. CSG-4 also includes subordinate commands Expeditionary Warfare Training Group, Atlantic (EWTGLANT); Tactical Training Group, Atlantic (TACTRAGRULANT) and Training Support Vessel Squadron (TSVRON) 4.

The George H.W. Bush CSG is underway completing a certification exercise to increase U.S. and allied interoperability and warfighting capability before a future deployment.

The George H.W. Bush CSG is an integrated

combat weapons system that delivers superior combat capability to deter, and if necessary, defeat America’s adversaries in support of national security. It achieves its mission by projecting the combined power of the Nimitzclass aircraft carrier George H.W. Bush, CVW-7, Destroyer Squadron 26, the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Leyte Gulf (CG 55), and its Information Warfare Commander.

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Rear Adm. Rick Seif, Commander, Submarine Group 7, left, and Rear Adm. Lee Su Youl, Commander, Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy Submarine Force, pose with the signed memorandum at the conclusion of the 54th semiannual Submarine Warfare Committee Meeting (SWCM) in Jeju, South Korea, June 22, 2022. Over the past 28 years, SWCM has brought together leaders of both the U.S. and ROK submarine forces to discuss combined submarine training and force integration. (ROK PUBLIC AFFAIRS)

CTF 74 Visits Republic of Korea for SWCM 54

By Lt.cmdr. Robert Reinheimer Commander, Submarine Group Seven

JEJU, Republic of Korea — Rear Adm. Rick Seif, commander, Submarine Group 7/Task Force (CTF) 74, visited the Republic of Korea, June 20-22 as part of a visit culminating with the 54th iteration of the semiannual Submarine Warfare Committee Meeting (SWCM) with the Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy Submarine Force.

“The partnership between the U.S. and ROK navies has always been strong,” said Seif. “Restarting these meetings in person following the pandemic was hugely import-

ant. Being able to meet with our submarine counterparts, review tactics and procedures, and to work on ways to operate better as a combined force helps us both to hone our skills and, ultimately, accomplish our missions.”

During SWCM, Seif met with Rear Adm. Lee Su Youl, commander, ROK Navy Submarine Force (CSF), to further enhance the close relationship between the two commands.

The two naval leaders signed a formal agreement at the conclusion of the conference that reaffirmed the longstanding relationship. The agreement serves to signify

both parties’ agreement to work collaboratively with one another, increasing the readiness and integration of the US-ROK combined submarine force.

“ROK CSF and U.S. CTF-74 have established a comprehensive coordination system for operations of submarines including operations/tactics, training, mutual logistics support, and are maintaining close partnerships,” said Lee. “The 54th SWCM, which has been held for the first time in three years, will serve as an opportunity to further strengthen mutual cooperation between CSF and CTF-74, and improve our combined operational capabilities.”

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SWCM was established in 1994 during the early years of the ROK submarine force.

Since then, leaders of both the U.S. and ROK submarine forces have met consistently to deepen partnerships and advance combined submarine training and force integration.

During the trip, Seif also toured ROK military facilities in Busan and Chinhae.

While in Busan, Seif and Lee visited the United Nations Memorial Cemetery in Korea (UNMCK) to lay a wreath together in honor of those UN Forces that gave their lives for world peace and freedom. The UNMCK, where more than 2,300 service members from 16 countries have been interred, is the only United Nations-designated cemetery in the world.

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U.S. Navy Seabees assigned to Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 3 (NMCB-3), pose for a photo with Fijian village leaders after a ground breaking ceremony in support of Pacific Partnership 2022. Now in its 17th year, Pacific Partnership is the largest annual multinational humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness mission conducted in the Indo-Pacific. (HOSPITAL CORPSMAN FIRST CLASS ANDREW BUI)

Seabees Work with Fiji Military Forces to Build School

By Leslie Hull-Ryde

Commander, Logistics Group Western Pacific

FIJI — Engineers assigned to U.S. Naval Mobile Construction Battalion THREE and members of the Republic of Fiji Military Forces (RFMF) are building a two-room classroom for the Navonu Primary School in Vanua Levu, Fiji, as part of Pacific Partnership 2022 (PP22).

Now in its 17th year, Pacific Partnership is the largest annual multinational humanitarian assistance and disaster relief preparedness mission conducted in the Indo-Pacific Region. As part of Pacific Partnership 2022 (PP22), the mission team conducts missions throughout Oceania and the Western Pacific. The Pacific Partnership 22 team works with host nation counterparts and regional partners to provide tailored medical, dental, and veterinary care and conduct bilateral engineering civic actions, and exchange information related to disaster response processes and procedures. Engagements vary based on host

nation requirements and requests.

In Fiji, the school’s leadership joined a combined team of engineers from the U.S. Navy and RFMF to break ground on the new classrooms May 26.

Lt. Inia Celua, of the Republic of Fijian Military Forces Engineer Regiment, believes the Navonu project increases interoperability between his team and the U.S. Navy Seabees. He says understanding each other’s techniques and how to use a variety of materials benefit both nations, particularly if called upon in the event of a natural disaster or humanitarian relief effort.

“This exercise will lay the foundation for better HA/DR operations for the Fijian government and Fijian citizens,” Celua says.

This project may provide students a newly constructed classroom, but grade-school students aren’t the only ones learning a thing or two while on the Navonu campus.

The U.S. Navy Seabees are taking a few notes of their own during Pacific Partnership.

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and supply chain logistics can be challenging when operating in a remote location like this,” said Lieutenant Junior Grade, Kyle Carmody, PP22 officer in charge of Fiji planning.

Carmody says the RFMF engineers are sharing their professional insights and construction methods, specifically those involving block and stucco.

“U.S. Navy Seabees are learning new and useful methods of construction that are not commonly taught. These techniques often save time and improve the quality of construction,” said Lt.j.g. Carmody.

“With these newly taught efficiencies, Seabees are able to pass on knowledge to their teammates for future ‘just enough, just in time’ construction response.”

Celua says his engineers gain valuable training too.

“We see how the Seabees pour the building foundation and use formwork and aggregate to prevent the building from sinking and how to get better quality concrete.”

In addition, both sides are sharing leadership lessons, specifically different

approaches on how to lead a diverse group of international engineers.

Leaders from both sides say this insight would be helpful during combined operations.

“The lessons we learn during Pacific Partnership will enable future Naval Mobile Construction Battalions (NMCB), and possibly other expeditionary forces, to successfully plan and execute deployments with the Fijian military and will hopefully help us prepare to work throughout the region during future construction operations, humanitarian assistance or disaster relief efforts,” Lt.j.g. Carmody said.

“As Seabees have learned through countless deployments around the world, we cannot solely rely on ourselves for mission execution. Working closely with host and partner nations is vital to the successful completion of engineering operations.

Understanding that mission accomplishment is achieved through a team effort and knowing the specific roles everyone plays is vital to the overall success for everyone.”

These long-term benefits of Pacific Partnership in Fiji go beyond the classroom.

“By providing this facility, the RFMF and the Seabees taking part in Pacific Partnership not only help create educational spaces for Fijian students, but constructing this school together also strengthens our partnership with the Republic of Fiji Military Forces and the local community.”

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towards our partnership,” said Cmdr. Brian Sánchez, Gravely’s executive officer. “It was an honor to receive distinguished guests and visitors aboard our good ship Gravely during foreign port visits as a demonstration of our gratitude and appreciation.”

Gravely also operated alongside the Kearsarge Amphibious Ready Group, comprised of Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Kearsarge (LHD 3), dock landing ship Gunston Hall (LPD 44), and amphibious transport dock USS Arlington (LPD 24) with the embarked 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU).

The ship proved to be an integral part of the HSTCSG during every phase of deployment.

“The professionalism and fortitude the Gravely has shown during this deployment has not gone unnoticed,” said Rear Adm. Paul Spedero, commander, Carrier Strike Group (CSG) 8. “The crew gained an invaluable amount of knowledge of

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the Montana team will carry the immense burden of defending our freedoms across the globe,” said Caldwell. “Be ready to answer that call — as ‘vigilantes of the deep’.”

Sally Jewell, former Secretary of the United States Department of Interior, is the ship sponsor. During Saturday’s commissioning event, Ms. Jewell gave the crew the traditional order to “man our ship and bring her to life,” after which Montana’s Sailors ceremonially ran aboard the submarine.

“With awe I have witnessed the USS Montana come to life through hardworking shipbuilders, capable submariners and supportive families—all operating through a global pandemic—to ready her for service to our nation and allies,” said Jewell. “I’m proud of the impact the USS Montana will have in furthering freedom around the world, and confident she will live up to the spirit of adventure and resilience of her namesake state.”

The future USS Montana (SSN 794) honors the Treasure State. It will be the second commissioned warship bearing the name. The first USS Montana (ACR-13), an armored cruiser, was also built at Newport News Shipbuilding and commissioned July 1908. It served in the Atlantic and Mediterranean, landed Marines during unrest in Haiti in 1914 and escorted convoys during World War I. It was decommissioned in 1921.

Montana was previously christened in a traditional ceremony at Huntington Ingalls Newport News Shipbuilding in Virginia on Sept. 12, 2020.

Montana is the third of the Block IV Virginia-class submarines to be delivered.

the region during their operations on this deployment, and their relationship with our Allies and partner nations show just how impactful our strike group ships can be.”

The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group (HSTCSG) includes flagship USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75); the nine squadrons of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1, commanded by Capt. Patrick Hourigan; the staff and guided-missile destroyers of DESRON 28, commanded by Capt. Todd Zenner, which include USS Bainbridge (DDG 96), USS Cole (DDG 67), USS Gonzalez (DDG 66), USS Gravely (DDG 107) and USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109); and the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG 56), commanded by Capt. Christopher Marvin.

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Block IV Virginia-class submarines incorporate design changes focused on reduced total ownership cost. By making these smaller-scale design changes to increase the component-level lifecycle of the submarine, the Navy will increase the periodicity between depot maintenance availabilities and increase the number of deployments.

Blocks I-III Virginia-class submarines are planned to undergo four depot maintenance availabilities and conduct 14 deployments. Block IV design changes are intended to reduce planned availabilities by one to three, and increase deployments to 15.

Fast-attack submarines are multi-mission platforms enabling five of the six Navy maritime strategy core capabilities — sea control, power projection, forward presence, maritime security and deterrence.

They are designed to excel in anti-submarine warfare, anti-ship warfare, strike warfare, special operations, intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, irregular warfare and mine warfare. Fast-attack submarines project power ashore with special operations forces and Tomahawk cruise missiles in the prevention or preparation of regional crises.

The Submarine Force executes the Department of the Navy’s mission in and from the undersea domain. In addition to lending added capacity to naval forces, the Submarine Force, in particular, is expected to leverage those special advantages that come with undersea concealment to permit operational, deterrent and combat effects that the Navy and the nation could not otherwise achieve.

The Submarine Force and supporting organizations constitute the primary undersea arm of the Navy. Submarines and their crews remain the tip of the undersea spear.

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Jason Dunham’s executive officer. “Operationally, the team here just continues to find ways to raise the bar in our performance.”

Jason Dunham conducted multiple escort transits through the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait. In preparation for International Maritime Exercise/Cutlass Express 2022, the crew visited Egypt’s newest naval base in Berenice on the Red Sea. “February was an extremely busy month for the crew,” Kiser said. “We had a fantastic opportunity to meet face-to-face with our Egyptian partners as we worked to promote maritime security in the Red Sea. The crew’s performance has been outstanding.”

During their operations in U.S. 6th Fleet, Jason Dunham demonstrated cohesion and capability by sailing with Forward Deployed Naval Forces-Europe ships, as well as those of Standing NATO Maritime Group (SNMG) 2 and the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group.

In the Mediterranean, Jason Dunham took part in NATO-led activity Neptune Shield 22, demonstrating NATO’s ability to integrate the high-end maritime warfare capabilities of Allied aircraft carrier strike groups, amphibious ready groups and marine expeditionary units to support the defense of the Alliance.

Training exercises and vigilance activities throughout the deployment provided the opportunity to enhance relationships with

European Allies and partners.

“We have been tasked with a wide spectrum of operations across a number of different operational areas,” said Keller. “While the schedule seems to change frequently for us, there is one constant; this team will find a way to answer the call.”

As the ship pulled in, Command Master Chief Kurt Roth, Jason Dunham’s senior enlisted leader, reflected on the sacrifices made by those onboard and those waiting at the pier.

“I am reminded of the hard work and sacrifice that our Sailors and families have done during deployment,” Roth said. “Life as a military member and military spouse is difficult and a life of sacrifice. I am proud of our Jason Dunham Sailors, and I am also proud of our Jason Dunham families.”

Jason Dunham deployed with the “Vipers” of Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 48, Detachment 6, who flew more than 800 hours throughout the deployment.

The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group (HSTCSG) includes flagship USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75); the nine squadrons of CVW 1, commanded by Capt. Patrick Hourigan; the staff and guided-missile destroyers of DESRON 28 commanded by Capt. Todd Zenner, which have included: USS Bainbridge (DDG 96), USS Cole (DDG 67), USS Gonzalez (DDG 66), USS Gravely (DDG 107) and USS Jason Dunham (DDG 109); and the Ticonderoga-class cruiser USS San Jacinto (CG 56), commanded by Capt. Christopher Marvin.

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CNO Hosts Formal Counterpart Visit for Chief of French Navy

Pride Month Naval District Washington hosted a virtual command Pride Month observance, featuring guest speaker retired U.S. Navy Master Chief Taryn Wilson, onboard Washington Navy Yard June 23, 2022. PAGE B3

San Antonio Native Earns Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal

By Edward Jones

Commander, Navy Recruiting Command

Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Gilday presents a Legion of Merit to Chief of the French Navy Adm. Pierre Vandier at the full-honors welcoming ceremony at the Washington Navy Yard, June 23.(MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 1ST CLASS MICHAEL B ZINGARO)

By Chief Petty Officer Amanda Gray Chief Of Naval Operations

WASHINGTON — Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Gilday hosted the Chief of the French Navy Adm. Pierre Vandier in Washington, D.C., for a formal counterpart visit, June 23-24.

The two leaders discussed maritime security, their shared commitment to interoperability, and the importance of ensuring joint forces are ready and trained for the high-end fight.

The two-day visit included a full-honors welcoming ceremony and meetings with senior U.S. Navy leaders.

“I value Adm. Vandier’s friendship and our long-standing relationship with the French Navy,” said Gilday. “Our navies are committed to upholding the rules-based international order and we will continue to seamlessly operate together and be where it matters, when it matters.”

Gilday emphasized readiness and interchangeability as priorities during the visit.

“I would like to thank Adm. Gilday for his warm welcome and the quality of our discussions and visits over the past few days. This visit once again demonstrates the high level of trust between our two navies,” said Vandier.

“At a time of growing tensions and violations of international law at sea, we will keep working hand in hand to train and operate more effectively together in every field of action, all around the world.”

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-FORT SAM HOUSTON — Navy Counselor First Class Priscilla Ferrell who has served as a Recruiter and Leading Petty Officer (LPO) for Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) San Antonio since 2017, earned a Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for her dedicated service. Ferrell was recognized and pinned by Navy Talent Acquisition Group (NTAG) San Antonio’s Commanding Officer, CDR. Stephanie Simoni and witnessed by members of NTAG San Antonio.

Ferrell’s recognition was well-deserved as she was responsible for attaining seventy-six new contracts in addition to displaying recruiting expertise and outstanding leadership. Serving as LPO, Ferrell led six recruiters at Navy Recruiting Station Ingram which achieved a new contract mark of 141%, 266% new accession training, and a shipping rate of 102%. Accompanying her superb leadership skills, Ferrell has been applauded for her managerial skills, personal initiative, and steadfast devotion to duty.

The graduate of Fox Tech High School in San Antonio, Texas, was honored to receive the award and thankful to those who helped her excel while at NTAG San Antonio. “It has been a huge privilege to serve as a recruiter here in my hometown,” said Ferrell. “Just knowing that I have changed a lot of lives in my city, is amazing.”

Ferrell, who arrived at NTAG San Antonio as a Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Petty Officer, has experienced considerable achievements and gained a newfound love for recruiting. “I am so grateful for Turn to Award, Page 7

Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Gilday gives remarks during a full-honors welcoming ceremony for Chief of the French Navy Adm. Pierre Vandier at the Washington Navy Yard, June 23.(MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 1ST CLASS MICHAEL B ZINGARO)

French and U.S. naval forces regularly operate together around the globe. In March 2022, USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75), French carrier FS Charles de Gaulle (R 91), and Italian carrier ITS Cavour (C-550) conducted tri-carrier operations in the Ionian Sea in direct support of NATO security operations.

Additionally, the two navies have participated in a number of exercises this year such as Obangame Express 22, Northern Viking,

Neptune Shield 22, and BALTOPS 22. Both navies are also participating in the ongoing Exercise African Lion.

Vandier and Gilday have met several times since taking office.

Vandier’s trip to D.C. came at the end of a week-long trip to the U.S. that included stops in San Diego and Norfolk, Va., where he visited Navy commands and spoke with Navy leaders and Sailors.

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Navy Counselor First Class Priscilla Ferrell poses with her Navy and Marine Corps Achievement award after being pinned and recognized by NTAG San Antonio Commanding Officer, CDR. Stephanie Simoni.

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Into the Storm, Under the Ocean

By Petty Officer 1st Class Jordyn Diomede United States Naval Academy

ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The U.S. Naval Academy (USNA) offers many summer internships and programs for midshipmen to take part in each year. One of those internship opportunities is a program called Training and Research in Oceanic and Atmospheric Processes in Tropical Cyclones (TROPIC), an internship program offered to rising first class (senior) and second class (junior) midshipmen during the third block of their summer training.

The program, created by Navy Capt. Beth Sanabia, a permanent military professor in the oceanography department at USNA, began in 2011. During the months of July and August, Sanabia and her TROPIC team work directly with the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, also known as the Hurricane Hunters, from Keesler Air Force Base in Biloxi, Mississippi, to improve hurricane forecast accuracy by understanding what is happening under the storm during tropical disturbances in the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. The TROPIC team augments the Hurricane Hunters’ atmospheric measurements by collecting ocean data in and around the storm environment.

“The combination of being able to solve real-world science problems in an operationally-focused environment and gaining an understanding into the mechanics under the storm is what made the program worth doing,” said Sanabia, who has a doctorate in meteorology. “Having midshipmen evaluating these problems punches so many tickets.

It advances them professionally, it stretches them operationally and academically, and it

U.S. Navy Capt. Beth Sanabia, a professor in the oceanography department at the U.S. Naval Academy, right, and U.S. Coast Guard Senior Chief Machinery Technician and Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Senior Scientist Steve Jayne, left, poses for a photo with a set of buoys prior to a flight into Hurricane Teddy. (US NAVY CAPT BETH SANABIA)

requires them to think.”

When the program first started, she only had two midshipmen participating. Since then, she’s had up to 10 students in the program during one hurricane season. Forty midshipmen in total have been a part of the program and the pursuit of unsolved scientific questions about the ocean and its movement during hurricanes.

During these missions with the Hurricane Hunters, midshipmen fly through storms in planes that drop buoys into the ocean. They are then responsible for collecting data the buoys produce throughout any given period.

This data includes assessing the ocean’s

temperature, salinity, and density changes underneath the storm, while also evaluating the waves themselves. Ultimately, the information they gather contributes to forecast models for current storms and weather predictions for future storms.

“They are doing real research that is often cutting edge,” she said. “We don’t know what the answer is, and that’s a really hard thing for midshipmen because they are, like many of us, focused on achieving an objective in a ‘see the hill - take the hill’ sequence.

They want a clear objective — to look for something and find it — and for this type of research it doesn’t work that way. You have

to be open-minded about an analysis and see where the data leads, then adjust your approach accordingly. It might take a couple of different techniques to identify a signal and then some deep thought to understand what physical processes are happening.

Thankfully, these midshipmen are a trusting and tenacious bunch. They trust the process and work hard, and inevitably everything comes together and they get solid results.”

There are two phases of the program: the field phase and the classroom phase. In the field, midshipmen are focused on data collection, while in the classroom, they are focused on the research itself. For the majority of seniors, the data they collect in the summer while with the Hurricane Hunters, will be used during the academic year as their research project to answer those unsolved scientific questions. The TROPIC team is also composed of scientists from other organizations, including Steven Jayne, a senior scientist from Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, and Jeffrey Kerling from the Naval Oceanographic Office. The program is funded through research grants from the Office of Naval Research.

“The professional and academic development of the midshipmen who participate is really important to me,” said Sanabia. “I’m grateful for the support from the Academy and the funding from the Office of Naval Research, and I’m grateful that the midshipmen are all in on it and really give it their best shot, not just in the summer, but in the academic year too. We’ve been able to make some good advances to better understand what’s happening in the ocean under the storm, and we’ve been able to answer some Turn to Hurricane, Page 7

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‘Wanna play?’ What military life taught me about fear, friendships and foursomes

By Lisa Smith Molinari The tires squealed as I careened into the parking lot of the local nine-hole golf course. Leaping out of the driver’s seat, I popped the trunk and heaved my golf clubs and pull cart out onto the pavement, looking around to see if there were any other latecomers to the Tuesday Morning Ladies’ Golf League.

Uh oh, only cars in the lot, which meant the rest of the ladies were already beginning to tee off. I hoped there were incomplete foursomes willing to fit me in.

I’d signed up for the local ladies’ league five summers ago, right after my husband retired from the military. I thought it’d be a way to meet friends in our new local community, where we’d bought a house and planned to stay.

After three years on the wait list, I knew it had to be rigged. Obviously, you had to “know someone” to get picked. I wrote the league off as a lost cause, but in the fourth summer, the league organizer invited me to play in the league’s end of season charity tournament.

Although I repeatedly sliced drives, lost balls, whiffed, hit worm burners, and talked too much during that tournament, I was miraculously offered a spot in the league. But I was a rookie, a newbie, mere filler to these veteran lady golfers who’d been

playing with each other for years. They weren’t necessarily interested in meeting new people. I’d have to play by their rules and bide my time.

As a military spouse, I’d felt this way a million times before. Every time we moved, I turned into a desperate middle school girl, jockeying pathetically for new friends. Deep down, I feared rejection. Feeling unworthy. Not fitting in. Military life taught me that new friendships are not an entitlement. In the school of milspouse hard knocks, you had to work at it.

When in a rush, setting up a collapsible golf pull cart is like figuring out how to split an atom. In my nervous haste, I pushed, pulled and popped, until the tangle of metal bars and hinges somehow took its intended shape. Strapping in my clubs, I shuffled hurriedly to the clubhouse hoping that I hadn’t been kicked off the league for tardiness.

As I suspected, the cart path was lined with several groups of ladies garbed in moisture-wicking pastel polyester and golf shoes, waiting to be called to the tee by the starter. I looked down the first hole, and saw two more groups — one on the green and one in the fairway.

Soon, the waiting ladies noticed me standing there awkwardly alone, grinning goofily as if to say, “I’m new, but please let me play with you! I promise I won’t be boring! I’ll ask you about yourself, compliment you, and act like I need your

advice! I’ll be witty! I’ll buy you a drink in the clubhouse! Please?!”

Despite my silent pleas of desperation, the women glanced away, avoiding eye contact.

The next sixty seconds seemed like an eternity. I wondered if cobwebs were forming at the corners of my frozen mouth.

“Are you here to play in the ladies’ league?” asked a passing elderly woman with white hair that matched her cotton sweater. I nodded and explained that I’d been late. “Well, I’m Pearl, and you can play with me,” she offered sweetly. Pearl and I took our place at the end of the long line foursomes. Soon, we were joined by another latecomer, Rita. We three were the stragglers, the leftovers, the misfits, the rejects, the unwanted, last in line to tee off.

That morning, I put in the necessary work, asking questions, complimenting, soliciting advice and feigning wit. I learned that Pearl was 85 years old, played a respectable golf game, talked too much like me, and was nearly deaf. Rita was my age, had a career as an accountant, cared for her Portuguese mother with Alzheimer’s, and didn’t like playing with Pearl because she never shut up.

It’ll take time, but I’ll get there. The key to success in golf, friendships, and military life is the same — you don’t get what you wish for, you get what you work for.

Deciding Where to Live When You Leave the Military

By Military Onesource The day will come when you’re preparing to transition out of the military. You might have spent time thinking about where you want to live when this day arrives. As you decide where to live after your military separation, it’s helpful to consider: • Your family’s wishes • Career opportunities • Education • Cost of living Talk with your family.

The decision about your next home will affect the entire family, so include them in every step of the process. Here are some things you might want to think about: • Career and educational opportunities — Do you want to start a new career? Does your spouse want to continue a current career or start a new one? Do your children want to start a new school in a new area? Where are the best schools? Base your decisions on what will be good for the whole family.

• Extended family — How close do you want to be to your extended family? “See you tomorrow” close or “See you on holidays” close? Take a careful look at your hometown and evaluate the job market, schools and cost of living.

• Career goals — The Defense Department’s mandatory Transition Assistance Program will help you prepare for life after active duty.

Whether you plan to pursue a civilian job, continue your education or start your own business, TAP will help you develop a plan and make sure you are ready to pursue your goals. For more information, contact your installation TAP. In addition, the Military Spouse Transition Program provides guidance to help MilSpouses transition to civilian life, including starting or continuing a career. Transitioning service members can learn more about your career path and finding the right job. MilSpouses can reach out to spouse relocation and transition consultants for help with a variety of moving and relocation services.

Consider your options.

Make a list and prioritize what is most important to you, like job opportunities, schools, climate or cost of living. Then, do your research to find the best match.

The following can help you make the military-to-civilian transition a little easier: • Take advantage of resources like the CareerOneStop Veteran and Military Transition Center, sponsored by the Department of Labor. The CareerOneStop Veteran and Military Transition Center website allows you to access free interest and skills assessments, explore civilian careers and education options, search for jobs, learn about benefits and much more.

• Search websites — Many websites can help you find the best places to live by letting you order the importance of categories like education, crime rates, climate and housing costs.

You can narrow your search by preferences or compare your favorite cities.

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• Find local information — Eligible users can search for local community information on the MilitaryINSTALLATIONS website.

On the MilitaryINSTALLATIONS homepage, after the words “I’m looking for a …” choose the option “State resources.” Then click on the words “VIEW ALL STATE RESOURCES” located under the magnifying glass. This brings up a list of all 50 states. Click on any state, then look for the box titled “Local Community Information.” Click on the link for eligible users. You will need to enter your Military OneSource user identification and password to access the tool.

• Identify unique, personal preferences — Some preferences can’t be factored into a test on a website. You may want to live close to a military installation so you and your family can take advantage of military benefits or a military medical treatment facility. Or you may want to move near family or a prior duty station.

• Weigh your options — Write down the available choices and assess the pros and cons of each. Use your list to help you look objectively at options.

• Prepare for mixed emotions — Be prepared for different kinds of feelings as you transition from active duty. It’s normal to be nervous about big life changes like this, but the better you prepare, the more likely you are to set up yourself and your family for success.

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• Retirement — You may be moved anywhere within the United States (including Alaska and Hawaii) or to your home of record outside the

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Finding a place to call home after you separate from the military is one of the first big steps in civilian life. Fortunately, you have access to a number of benefits and resources that can help you with this transition. Educate yourself with the right information, and you’ll be enjoying home sweet home very soon. For additional questions, reach out to a Military OneSource consultant today. Call 800-3429647, view international calling options or schedule a live chat.

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U.S. Navy Master Chief (Ret.) Taryn Wilson shares her experiences as a transgender service member during Naval District Washington’s virtual Pride Month onboard the Washington Navy Yard June 23, 2022. During June, Pride Month is a celebration that promotes the dignity, equal rights, and self-affirmation of the LGBTQ community in the Navy. (MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 2ND CLASS GRIFFIN KERSTING)

Naval District Washington Holds Pride Month Observance

By Petty Officer 2nd Class Griffin Kersting Naval District Washington

WASHINGTON — Naval District Washington hosted a virtual command Pride Month observance, featuring guest speaker retired U.S. Navy Master Chief Taryn Wilson, onboard Washington Navy Yard June 23, 2022.

After the Department of Defense lifted the ban on open transgender military service in 2016, Wilson began to live authentically as a woman while continu-

ing to serve. She is an advocate of transgender rights in her local community in Florida and a mentor to transgender service members still in uniform. She shared her personal experiences with the NDW staff during the observance.

“The most important theme that comes up every Pride Month is mutual respect for other people, whether or not they live their lives the way you do, ” said Wilson. “It is important to give people the room and the dignity to live the way they want.”

During Wilson’s Naval career, she faced adversity many times as a transgender

woman. She shared sea stories of those hard times and expressed gratitude for the strides the Navy has made to foster environments that promote the dignity, equity, and diversity of all. She also shared ways to be an ally to LGBTQ Sailors, Marines, and civilians.

“The allies who helped me the most were those who spoke up when I was not in the room,” said Wilson. “At my last command, a fellow member of the chief ’s mess made clear to everyone that his sister, me, would be treated with respect, and it made a world of difference.”

U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Nancy Lacore,

commandant, Naval District Washington, provided closing remarks at the observance.

“I appreciate your openness and willingness to share your stories with us today,” Lacore said to Wilson. “Stories like yours help many people, whether a person of the LGBT+ community, a family member or a friend; your story has something meaningful for us all. Having you here today was fantastic, and we are very grateful for your time.”

Pride Month is celebrated during June, commemorating the anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall Rebellion in New York, which is considered the beginning of the modern LGBTQ movement. Today’s observance was coordinated by the NDW’s Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility program.

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Intelligence Specialist Chief Wade Bowman, assigned to Information Warfare Training Command (IWTC) Virginia Beach, has been a vital component of the command’s Warrior Toughness (WT) program and has helped usher in a mindset focused on encouraging mental health awareness. (COURTESY PHOTO)

IWTC Virginia Beach Employs Warrior Toughness to Support Mental Health

By Intelligence Specialist 1St Class Richard Ayala Center For Information Warfare Training

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Intelligence Specialist Chief Wade Bowman, assigned to Information Warfare Training Command (IWTC) Virginia Beach, has been a vital component of the command’s Warrior Toughness (WT) program and has helped usher in a mindset focused on encouraging mental health awareness.

Bowman and his team utilize monthly newsletters to provide Navy staff members and students with current information regarding the WT program while highlighting the many resources readily available to Sailors. In addition to the monthly newsletter articles, Bowman and his team imple-

mented a WT program calendar for May, designed by Intelligence Specialist 1st Class Sydney Huisman, aligning the new initiative with National Mental Health Awareness Month.

“The command has taken an approach of hitting touchpoints within the student and staff ’s daily work week to implement the different ‘Body, Mind, Soul” aspects of Warrior Toughness,’ ” said Bowman. “Additionally, IWTC Virginia Beach continues integrating other programs into the fold like the Multi-Cultural Heritage Committee (MCHC) and Morale Welfare and Recreation (MWR) to bolster a sense of pride and soul into the ship, shipmate, self-environment.”

Bowman reiterated that the Navy has one of the highest suicide ratings of any

service. In recent months, there have been many incidents on the waterfront that have pushed senior leadership to address the ongoing issue.

“Integrating the pillars of Warrior Toughness and allowing the program to take hold in our Sailors positively is how we can take preventative measures from more shipmates taking their lives,” said Bowman.

“We must conduct ‘Buddy Checks’ not just during this month but also every month.

This mission cannot fail, and as leaders, we must build up our team so that they will rise to the challenge.”

Although the WT program is still considered a relatively new initiative, Bowman believes it is heading in a positive direction and will be around for a long time.

“The Navy has recently taken a modern

approach to many of its programs by leveraging tools such as the Warrior Toughness application,” said Bowman. “It is undoubtedly a step in the right direction and has helped establish a sense of heritage, while also remembering where our Navy has been, where we are going, and finally provide the grit needed to persevere through the challenges ahead.”

Intelligence Specialist Master Chief Aubrey Gillespie, IWTC Virginia Beach Senior Enlisted Leader, said, “Supporting each other and staying focused on mental health starts with the small stuff. The WT calendar is an excellent way for everyone to do a quick self-check daily. If we don’t take time to think about body, mind, soul, then nothing will ever change.”

IWTC Virginia Beach currently offers 56 courses of instruction in information technology, cryptology, and intelligence with an instructor and support staff of 278 military, civilian, and contract members who train over 6,600 students every year at five training sites in the Hampton Roads area. It is one of four schoolhouses for the Center for Information Warfare Training (CIWT) and also oversees learning sites at Jacksonville and Mayport, Florida; Kings Bay, Georgia; and Groton, Connecticut to continue aligning information warfare community training.

NR-EMF Bethesda Completes Operational Readiness Evaluation

By Petty Officer 1st Class David Kolmel

Naval Medical Forces Support Command

CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. — Naval Reserve Expeditionary Medical Facility (NR-EMF) Bethesda completed their operational readiness evaluation (ORE) at Naval Expeditionary Medical Training Institute (NEMTI) on June 19-21.

NR-EMF Bethesda is comprised of Reservists from around the country that came together to complete training which includes equipment familiarization, integrated medical/patient throughput training, scenario/mission, and emergency (fire, security, etc.) training.

The ORE directly supports the Surgeon General’s guidance that “Navy Medicine will optimize to project medical power in support of Naval Superiority.”

“The members who come here prepare for exercising our mission, which is theater hospitalization,” said Capt. Lisa Gittleman, commanding officer of NR-EMF Bethesda. “The members who come here get the chance to really learn how to build the tents, unload the equipment from the conex box, and put all the equipment and supplies into the hospital themselves. They then can arrange their units the way they want. When we’re here they have a few days to work within their departments and their functional teams and learn their roles through on-the-job training and scenarios. For a lot of folks, this may be their first annual training with my command, and for some folks, it’s their first annual training

Sailors assigned to Navy Reserve-Expeditionary Medical Facility (NR-EMF) Bethesda security team conduct a search of a patient before allowing the patient into the EMF as part of their operational readiness evaluation (ORE). (MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 1ST CLASS DAVID KOLMEL)

ever as reservists. So, it gives them a chance to train in person after two plus years of COVID.” Various specialty subject matter experts (SME) from Navy Medicine including NEMTI instructors, and Naval Medical Forces Support Command (NMFSC) staff worked hand in hand to train and evaluate NR EMF Bethesda’s understanding and execution of patient throughput capability, standard operating procedures, as well as communication practices and coordination across functional areas. NR- EMF Bethesda completed and met all training criteria and

objectives to be considered “Ready for Mobilization.”

“The Operational Readiness Exercise (ORE) is the culmination of extensive specialized training in expeditionary medicine,” said Lt. Biagio Mezzasalma, logistics department head assigned to NMFSC. “This operational medical care is what allows our warfighters to receive comprehensive medical care on the battlefield. This exercise evaluates the core clinical and procedural aspects of role 3 field medicine, ensuring all medical personnel are efficient and proficient in their respec-

tive competencies.”

The lessons learned from this evaluation will identify strengths, shortfalls and gaps to improve future training and prepare units for expeditionary worldwide deployments.

“They’ve (NEMTI) given us some ideas of how we can train going forward and make our training more realistic,” said Gittleman. “Any feedback that we get from this is something that we can apply when we’re doing the planning process for our future exercises, whether they be short-term like a weekend drill field exercise versus a whole two-week AT (annual training) exercise.”

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Capt. Mark Murphy earned the Office of Naval Research Reserve Component Senior Science and Technology Officer of the Year Award. (CAPT MARK MURPHY)

Winning Warfighters: ONR Reservists Garner S&T Officer of the Year Awards

By Warren Duffie

Office Of Naval Research

ARLINGTON, Va.—Two members of the Office of Naval Research Reserve Component (ONR-RC) recently won the organization’s most prestigious prizes.

Lt. Cmdr. John Hamilton earned the ONR-RC Junior Science and Technology Officer of the Year Award — and Capt.

Mark Murphy the ONR-RC Senior Science and Technology Officer of the Year Award (senior officers are commanders and above). The officers received the accolades for their efforts to help accelerate the rapid delivery of technology to warfighters.

“ONR’s Reserve Component is a uniquely qualified cadre of personnel with advanced scientific and technical skills, as well as experience in fleet operations and technical program management,” said Chief of Naval Research Rear Adm. Lorin Selby. “These Science and Technology Officer of the Year Awards recognize the leadership and technical expertise of Lt. Cmdr. Hamilton and Capt. Murphy. They should be proud of their achievements, which reflect the excel-

lence of the ONR Reserve Component.”

Reservists play an important role in ONR’s mission to support science efforts around the world — from basic and conceptual research to applied research and quick-turnaround technologies requested

by Sailors and Marines.

Hamilton won his award for serving as a science advisor for ONR’s international arm, ONR Global. He served with Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet (PACFLT).

Hamilton’s duties included understanding PACFLT’s warfighting capabilities, evaluating existing and emerging technologies, and making recommendations to PACFLT staff on what actions should be taken.

One of Hamilton’s most rewarding accomplishments was helping to plan the PACFLT-led Unmanned Integrated Battle Problem 21. In that exercise, a large number of multi-domain unmanned platforms — many sponsored by ONR — were put into real-world, “blue-water” environments, working in sync with manned platforms in actual combat drills designed to support PACFLT objectives in the Indo-Pacific region.

For his civilian job, Hamilton is a country director in ONR Global’s International Engagement Office. He fosters engagement, collaboration and licensing regarding technology matters between ONR Global and France, Israel and other North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) countries.

Murphy’s award recognized his stint as a science advisor at U.S. Naval Forces Central Command (COMUSNAVCENT), where he was accountable for executing the command’s science and technology national security goals. His accomplishments included spearheading a study of littoral combat ships and addressing capability gaps in areas such as mine warfare, port security and unmanned systems.

After his time at COMUSNAVCENT, Murphy helped plan and carry out the NATO Coherent Resilience Table Top Exercise — which evaluated the critical energy infrastructure of Ukraine and Lithuania and determined best practices for maintaining security in those nations.

In his civilian role, Murphy works as a lead systems engineer at Naval Air Warfare Center Training Systems Division in

Orlando, Florida. There, he designs training simulators for F-18 and F-35 fighter jets.

“The talents and expertise of reservists like Lt. Cmdr. Hamilton and Capt. Murphy demonstrate why the ONR-RC is among the Navy’s most highly integrated, technically skilled reserve components,” said Capt.

Michael Van Poots, ONR-RC commander.

“The Science and Technology Officer of the Year Awards spotlight how valuable these two Sailors are in enabling the ONR-RC to provide warfighting readiness, strategic depth and operational relevance to the fleet — advancing its technical edge.”

The ONR-RC comprises approximately 190 Navy reservists from 15 units nationwide. Many of these individuals have advanced technical degrees in science and engineering disciplines, as well as deep operational experience in the fleet.

These reservists support ONR in many ways — including developing concepts of operations and integration plans for new and developing technologies; taking part in transition boards and assessments; participating in technology demonstrations and war-gaming exercises to identify capability gaps and speed solutions to warfighters; and serving as military liaisons to allied nations.

Learn more about the ONR-RC at https:// www.nre.navy.mil/organization/naval-reservist-component.

Warren Duffie Jr. is a contractor for ONR Corporate Strategic Communications.

Trident Refit Facility Bangor Conducts Change of Command

By Michael Hatfield

Trident Refit Facility Bangor

SILVERDALE, Wash. — Trident Refit Facility Bangor (TRFB) conducted a change of command at its headquarters June 23.

Capt. Bob Figgs was relieved by Capt. Mike Eberlein as commanding officer of the Ohio class ballistic missile submarine repair and modernization command.

Rear Adm. Robert Gaucher, commander of Submarine Group 9 and Task Group 114.3, presided at the ceremony and praised Capt. Figgs and his team for their accomplishments over the past three years in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.

You and your team here at TRF Bangor have truly embraced the “get real, get better” mindset by identifying issues, addressing them, and working together as a team to make the necessary improvements, said Gaucher. Because of this, along with your leadership and the team’s dedication, TRF Bangor has dramatically increased refit on-time completion rates.

Gaucher wasn’t the only senior leader to praise Figgs’ tenure. Vice Adm.William Galinis, the commander of Naval Sea Systems Command also pointed out Figgs’ accomplishments in the face of adversity during his tour.

“Captain Figgs worked with labor partners to establish and implement COVID-

U.S. Navy Rear Adm. Robert Gaucher, commander, Submarine Group 9, right, presents a Legion of Merit certificate to U.S. Navy Capt. Robert Figgs, departing commanding officer of Trident Refit Facility, Bangor (TRFB), during a change of command ceremony at TRFB. TRFB supports the nation’s strategic deterrence mission by repairing, incrementally overhauling, and modernizing Pacific Fleet strategic ballistic missile submarines during refits. (MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 2ND CLASS SARAH CHRISTOPH)

19 protection policies that resulted in case rates significantly below the national, state, and county levels while safely accomplishing the mission with all hands on deck in support,” noted Galinis upon awarding Figgs’ his third Legion of Merit decoration.

“Keeping the future in mind. Captain Figgs laid the groundwork to ensure that Trident Refit Facility Bangor will be ready to main-

tain the COLUMBIA class SSBN when it arrives in 2032.”

Figgs is transferring to Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet headquartered in his home state of Hawaii.

Eberlein assumes command of TRFB after previously serving as the Commander, Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet’s representative at Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard.

TRFB’s mission is to support the nation’s strategic deterrence mission by repairing, incrementally overhauling, and modernizing the Ohio-class and the future Columbia-class until the end of service life. The TRFB team is comprised of approximately 500 military and 1,500 civilians.

For more information, visit: https://www. navsea.navy.mil/home/TRFB

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Families Visit USS Anchorage for Day Cruise

By Petty Officer 2nd Class Kristopher Haley USS Makin Island (LHD 8)

SAN DIEGO, Calif. — USS Anchorage (LPD 23) welcomed over 400 new shipmates while getting underway off the coast of San Diego, June 23.

Friends and family members were invited aboard Anchorage to experience a day in the life of a Sailor at sea first-hand.

“The crew has worked hard to plan a day to showcase some of the unique and interesting things we do,” said Capt. Pete Riebe, Anchorage’s commanding officer. “I’m happy to have the families of Sailors aboard experiencing what it’s like to be underway and seeing what their loved ones do while out to sea.”

After experiencing the ship getting underway, friends and family were treated to a variety of activities, including Landing Craft, Air Cushion operations in the ship’s well deck, flight operations involving a UH-1N Huey and an AH-1Z Viper, a live fire weapons event, a dynamic firefighting display and a catered breakfast and lunch— all provided by the ship’s crew.

“My favorite part was the damage control

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really hard science questions that were not understood before we started.”

In addition to TROPIC, the oceanography department at USNA has other various internships and research opportunities for midshipmen. These include Severe Weather In-Field Training, a program that takes midshipmen to the Midwest to forecast and chase down severe weather (tornadoes), and the Polar Science and Technology Program, a program that allows midshipmen the chance to conduct field research in Alaska in order to evaluate and study surface water chemistry and constituent fluxes through small river systems.

At the end of the day, it takes dedicated professors like Sanabia to keep programs like TROPIC operating at USNA. These programs are faculty-driven and require

Chief Damage Controlman Kevin Underritter addresses Sailors and their families and friends about damage control during a family day cruise aboard amphibious transport dock ship USS Anchorage (LPD 23). Friends and family members were invited aboard Anchorage to experience a day in the life of a Sailor at sea first-hand. Anchorage is currently home ported in San Diego as part of Amphibious Squadron SEVEN, along with USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26) and USS Makin Island (LHD 8). (MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 2ND CLASS KRISTOPHER S HALEY)

display,” said Lori Stockor, mother-in-law of Lt. Alan Rogers, the ship’s assistant chief engineer. “It was a great day, well managed and I had lots of fun. It’s very impressive.”

As both the crew and their guests departed, they were provided tote bags with

gifts from Anchorage as keepsakes for their time onboard.

“It was really fun and relaxing bringing my son, Giovanni, aboard today,” said Senior Chief Electrician’s Mate Juan Gutierrez. “We got to enjoy the day together and

do some fun events on the ship.”

Anchorage is currently homeported in San Diego and is part of Amphibious Squadron SEVEN, along with USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26) and USS Makin Island (LHD 8).

extensive amounts of planning, time, and preparation to execute.

“The draw is you’re helping keep people safe if you can help make a forecast better,” she said. “That’s the overarching goal, and it’s a hard problem to solve.”

To Sanabia, involving midshipmen in research programs like TROPIC allows them first-hand experience to see what it means to be a good fleet contributor. It’s an opportunity for them to be put in a position where they are heavily relied upon to complete their assigned task within the data collection process.

“Captain Sanabia demonstrated impactful leadership throughout my involvement in the program,” said Midshipman 1st Class Irene Norman, an honors oceanography major. “She gave us room to plan our own data collection, make mistakes, and learn from those mistakes. She stayed late with us when we had to work on processing and made sure we took time off to recharge. She challenged us to continue improving our

analysis and briefs, and she sets the standard of an officer who expects excellence and gives their people the support they need to succeed. I hope to one day be an officer with some of her intelligence, toughness, and commitment.”

Despite the difficulty of collecting data and conducting research on these oceanic developments during storms, Sanabia and her TROPIC team have been instrumental in this cutting-edge research for more than a decade. This is a true testament to the dedication and commitment of not only the midshipmen participating in these programs each year, but the faculty at USNA striving to make an impact on the Navy as a whole.

To learn more about the Naval Academy’s oceanography department, visit https:// www.usna.edu/Oceanography. For more information about the Naval Academy, please see www.usna.edu or our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/USNavalAcademy.

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as a recruiter,” said Ferrell who officially switched to the Navy Counselor field after obtaining the rank of Master-at-Arms 1st Class Petty Officer.

It was her love for the naval service, the benefits of the Navy, and her passion to help people better their lives that guided Ferrell’s decision to become a Navy Counselor. When asked what the Navy means to her, Ferrell shared, “I love being in the Navy which has allowed me to purchase my home before thirty, stay fit which helps me keep up with my kids, help people, and meet great people along the way.”

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HONORING THE MILITARY

Busch Gardens Williamsburg Honors United States Armed Forces with All-New Military Appreciation Week

By Busch Gardens Williamsburg WILLIAMSBURG, Va. — Busch Gardens Williamsburg is proud to salute the individuals and families of those who serve and have served in the United States Armed Forces with an all-new Military Appreciation Week. The event features patriotic décor, up-close views of a military vehicle, specialty culinary and merchandise offerings and an americana theme fireworks spectacular daily from June 27 — July 4.

Enjoy electrifying entertainment as America’s Got Talent favorite Duwendé delivers their original flair on funk in the Globe Theatre. The Summer Celebration Concert Series continues on Saturday, July 2nd as tribute bands take the Royal Palace Theatre stage to perform classic American hits from Guns N’ Roses and Bon Jovi. An additional 10 percent discount on dining and shopping will be applied for all who present a valid military ID. Busch Gardens is honored to provide complimentary admission for Active-Duty Military, along with discounted admission for their family members. In addition, Veterans receive special discounted admission prices for themselves and their family members.

“We are proud to honor the brave men and women who protect and serve our country” said Kevin Lembke, President of Busch Gardens Williamsburg. “Our community has a strong presence of military service members, and we are excited to show our appreciation during this all-new event. We’re looking forward to having our military families visit Busch Gardens and experiencing a full day of fun.”

Tickets can be obtained by visiting www.

WavesofHonor.com. Veterans who previously registered for complimentary tickets through the Waves of Honor program may redeem their tickets through July 10.

Best Way to Play — Limited-time Fourth of July Sale The best way to experience Military Appreciation Week, Summer Celebration and the all-new Pantheon is with a Busch Gardens Fun Card or Membership. For a limited time only, visitors can save up to 50 percent on tickets, Fun Cards and Memberships during the Fourth of July Sale. Fun Card holders get unlimited visits now through September 5. For unbeatable benefits plus unlimited visits purchase a Membership to receive 12 months of visits with amazing park perks including, free parking, up to six free guest tickets, savings on merchandise and more.

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Wrestling legend Nikita Koloff talks about his Man Up Show, Man Up Conference and wrestling stories Interview conducted by Yiorgo With us today is the legendary professional wrestler and now minister Nikita Koloff with some exciting news about his Man Up ministry.

Yiorgo: Congratulations Nikita, your ‘The Man Up Show’ will be airing on All Nations TV (ANT) starting July 7th.

Nikita Koloff: Yes indeed, we are so very excited that we will continue to spread the word of God with our ‘The Man Up Show’ on All Nations TV starting July 7th. All Nations TV is a very innovative Christian based broadcasting company that uses modern technology similar to Netflix, Hulu Plus and 1,233 other channels that stream to your TV. They are also on the Roku Top Set Box under the ‘Religion & Spirituality’ category, which is available in 19,354 cities in the United States.

Y: Then on August 25th-27th at the Heritage Conference Center in Fort Mill, South Carolina you have your first ever men’s conference at Heritage sponsored by Morningstar Ministries with an epic lineup of speakers.

NK: Our lineup of speakers are indeed epic.

They include: Lex Luger, Al Wood, Benham Brothers, Chris Reed, Frank Shelton, Jerry Boykin, Rick Joyner and myself. We are so excited for this event and we are encouraging men to bring their sons, dads, grandads, neighbors and coworkers. We will minister, fellowship, have food, fun, movie night, make new friendships, renew old ones and so much more.

We have VIP seating, general admission, group discounts and day passes available.

Everyone can register at mstarevents.com/ man-up ... Do it now and if you are registering as a group, use the discount code MEN.

Y: What is the Man Up Conference about? Why should men attend and what will they experience and get out of it?

NK: We call it Restoring Biblical Manhood.

It’s equipping, empowering, training men to be healthier, spiritually of course, even physically, emotionally, mentally and just being better equipped to be Godly men, husbands and fathers. That’s the ultimate goal, equip them, empower them and deploy them, to impact their family and their community.

Y: Do you find the kids being receptive to the word of God? How do they react?

NK: Yes indeed. At a recent conference, one guy had his 13 year old and his 18 year old.

They told me the 13 year old took about six to seven pages of notes and the eighteen year old wrote down three words. So it varies, but I am very encouraged with both the young people and the adults walking away feeling better equipped and more empowered to be Godly men.

Y: You and wrestling legend Lex Luger have been doing these Man Up Conferences for a while now.

NK: In 2015 the Lord gave Lex Luger and I the vision for these conferences and these camps. We started these conferences and twice a year we did a man camp. They center around the scripture of first Thessalonians 5:23, which refers to being whole in other words healthy in spirit, soul and body. That really embodies the message It is the foundational scripture and from there, through our experiences we are able to take what the Bible says and speak into men’s lives about what it means to be healthy in spirit, soul and body, Turn to Nikita Koloff, Page 3

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Elizabeth River Crossings Awards Scholarships to Eight High School Graduates

By Carley Brierre

Elizabeth River Crossings

PORTSMOUTH, Va. — Elizabeth River Crossings has awarded eight local high school graduates with its annual Good Citizen Scholarship which commends students who consistently reflect excellence in character, demonstrate leadership, and make positive contributions to both their school and community.

Each year, one graduating senior from each public high school in Portsmouth and Norfolk is selected to receive a $6,000

scholarship, disbursed in $1,500 increments across four years, for any college, trade school or post-secondary institution, so long as the student provides proof of enrollment each year.

Since 2016, ERC has awarded more than $200,000 to local high school seniors pursuing advanced education.

This year’s recipients were actively involved in extracurricular activities such as Varsity Sports, Chorus, Environmental Clubs, Mock Judiciary Club, Model UN, Scholastic Bowl, Theater, and various honor societies and leadership programs. These

students are also dedicated volunteers at local churches, schools, and more.

“It is our pleasure to continue to recognize and reward local students for their academic success and commitments to both community and service, especially in the face of ongoing challenges. This year’s scholarship recipients aspire to further their education, and we’re honored to support their efforts,” said Anna Bonet, chief executive officer.

The 2022 ERC Good Citizen Scholarship recipients are: Dionna Butts, I.C. Norcom High School Darria Hunter, Manor High School

Taylor Corprew, Booker T. Washington High School Brian Cohn, Granby High School Joi Hicks, Lake Taylor High School Nicholas Samson, Norview High School Tonantzin Green, Maury High School Luis Morales, Churchland High School In the fall, these recipients will be attending the College of William & Mary, Old Dominion University, Norfolk State University, University of Lynchburg, and Virginia Tech.

Elizabeth River Crossings (ERC), officially Elizabeth River Crossings OpCo, LLC, is a limited liability company owned

by Abertis and Manulife Investment Management. ERC’s sole purpose is to finance, deliver, operate and maintain the Elizabeth River Crossings facilities which include the Downtown and Midtown Tunnels and the MLK Freeway extension, as part of a 58-year public-private partnership (PPP or P3) with the Virginia Department of Transportation. ERC also provides incident response for the West Norfolk and Berkley Bridges, although operations of these bridges remain with VDOT.

to the Hampton Roads community. I look forward to the opportunity to explore how contemporary art relates to diverse genres across time and place and contribute to a more expansive view of global art history.”

About the Chrysler Museum of Art The Chrysler Museum of Art is one of America’s most distinguished mid-sized art museums, with a nationally recognized collection of more than 30,000 objects, including one of the great glass collections in America. The core of the Chrysler’s collection comes from Walter P. Chrysler, Jr., an avid art collector who donated thousands of objects from his private collection to the Museum. The Museum has growing collections in many areas and mounts an

ambitious schedule of visiting exhibitions and educational programs each season. The Chrysler has also been recognized nationally for its unique commitment to hospitality with its innovative gallery host program.

The Perry Glass Studio is a state-of-theart facility on the Museum’s campus. The studio offers programming for aspiring and master artists alike in a variety of processes, including glassblowing, fusing, flameworking, coldworking and neon.

In addition, the Chrysler Museum of Art administers the Moses Myers House, a historic house in downtown Norfolk, as well as the Jean Outland Chrysler Library. For more information on the Chrysler Museum of Art, visit chrysler.org.

Chrysler Museum of Art Names McKinnon Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art From The Chrysler Museum Of Art NORFOLK, Va. — The Chrysler Museum of Art is pleased to announce the arrival of Chelsea Pierce as the new McKinnon Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art. Pierce was selected following an extensive, nationwide search and brings a fresh perspective and extensive background in contemporary art. Pierce will begin at the Museum this July.

“The Search Committee was particularly impressed by the thoughtfulness of Chelsea Pierce’s approach to Modern and Contemporary Art,” said Erik H. Neil, Macon and Joan Brock Director of the Chrysler Museum of Art. “She offers an ideal combination of intelligence and energy that will make her a fitting addition to the curatorial team at the Chrysler. Her experience at the Dallas Museum of Art along with her strong academic credentials will allow her to be a great contributor from day one.”

Pierce is a Ph.D. candidate in Art History at the Courtauld Institute of Art, London, U.K. Her monographic study of the Gorgona group, a neo avant-garde collective active in Zagreb in the 1960s, is one of the first doctoral theses to be written on the group. Pierce’s background is in post-war international art and global perspectives in art history, specializing in art practices historically excluded from the Western canon.

“We’re delighted to have Chelsea join our dynamic team as the new McKinnon Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art. We were very impressed by her broad experience in contemporary issues and questions of diversity,” said Lloyd DeWitt, Chief Curator and Irene Leache Curator of European Art. Prior to commencing her post-gradu-

Chelsea Pierce. (COURTESY PHOTO)

ate program, Pierce was Curatorial Assistant for Contemporary Art at the Dallas Museum of Art from 2014 to 2018, where she worked on various exhibitions of all media, commissions, and publications. She earned an M.A. in Museum Studies from New York University and B.A. in Anthropology from the University of Oklahoma.

Pierce has previously interned in curatorial departments at the Brooklyn Museum and the Drawing Center, New York.

“It is an honor to join the Chrysler team as the McKinnon Curator of Modern and Contemporary Art” said Pierce. “The Museum has an exceptional collection and longstanding record of organizing engaging exhibitions and programs with strong ties

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Nikita Koloff from Page 1

Y: Tell us about your Koloff for Christ Ministries.

NK: Koloff for Christ Ministries encompasses ministering to men, but in the past, I have done revivals, crusades and we expanded a year and a half ago to a radio show, a podcast and now our The Man Up TV show. The theme is the same. The conference is called Man Up, the camps are called Man Camp, and the radio show and T V show and Podcast are called, It’s Time to Man Up. We have a one stop website where they can access everything and that website is called koloff.net.

Y: Can you share your personal story?

NK: In my book, “Nikita A tale of the Ring and Redemption” I share my whole life story.

The short version of that is as an athlete, I loved playing football until an opportunity opened up for professional wrestling in the 80’s and early 90’s. I took advantage of that opportunity, and was blessed with a meteoric rise to stardom. I walked away under my own terms, and about eleven months later, October 17th, 1993, I surrendered my life to Jesus and for the last almost 30 years, the journey has been surreal.

Y: For your wrestling fans reading this, can you share some of your favorite highlights of your professional wrestling career?

NK: Yes, here are three of my favorites. At the first ever Great American Bash I wrestled against ‘Nature Boy’ Ric Flair for my first opportunity for the World Heavyweight title.

With only 13 months into the business, I was already the world tag-team champion, the world six-men champion and wrestling Ric for the world title was huge.

I also had my Best of Seven series of matches for the U S Heavyweight title against Magnum TA. That series of matches are probably the most talked about of all in my career with the fans and a major highlight.

The third highlight was when I made the turn from a bad guy to a good guy and I came to the aid of the American Dream, Dusty Rhodes, and became the Superpowers. That set us into an incredible series of matches with the Four Horsemen, along with the Road Warriors, culminating in the first ever War Games in Atlanta, Georgia.

Y: What was it like learning Under the learning trees of Ivan Koloff and Don Kernodle?

NK: I credit much of my success to both Ivan and Don. When I broke in, they were the World Tag-Team Champions at the time and they went well above the call of duty. When I stepped into wrestling, I had no experience, no training, no background of any kind of amateur or professional. Essentially I had on the job training with those two guys, the first two-three months of my career. They were instrumental in my early rise to stardom, along with the other guys that we got in the ring with.

We became good friends, and in fact, I was honored to speak at Ivan’s graveside service.

I spoke at Don’s funeral with Sargent Slaughter in the front row and I said, had it not been

for Sarge and Don, Nikita Koloff would have never been born. They approached Jim Crockett with the idea, he loved it, and Don is the one who approached Road Warrior Animal If he knew any big guys who wouldn’t mind saving their head. Animal said I know a guy right now, gave me a call, I showed up and Don and Ivan, they ended up training me on the job. So that’s the back story.

Y: You and Road Warrior Animal (Joe Laurinaitis) have always been very tight. How did you originally meet and became friends?

NK: I recruited Joe out of Irondale high School in Brighton, Minnesota. He was a standout high school football player and I recruited him to play college football with me. I gave Joe, his mom Lorna and dad, Joe Sr. a tour of the campus, we had an instant connection, and became like a prodigal son to his family. We became best of friends, and so you might say, ironically, I recruited him out of high school to play football. He dropped out of college. I finished. He got into wrestling. He in turn recruited me out of football to get into wrestling.

Y: How about a Dusty story?

NK: Once Dusty and I partnered up, one of my favorite memories was traveling up and down the roads together, building a friendship and a love for one another. One regret I have is we forever talked about buying some land together out in Idaho and Montana but we never did it. Actually, post wrestling, I called him up one day, said I’m coming to Atlanta and I want to take you to lunch. We went to lunch.

Dusty said what else are you doing here? I said nothing else. I love you, I wrote my first book Breaking the Chains. It’s a simple story of my life transformation of how I came to Christ and how others can come to Christ. I wanted to personally give it to you, thank you for everything then I am going back home to Charlotte.

I personalized the book, gave it to him and left.

A friend of mine who was in Dusty’s school at the time said that Dusty went into his office for about two hours and shut the door and read the book.

Y: Tell us about giving David Crockett that Russian sickle move?

NK: First I am forever indebted to the Crockett family and for Jimmy Crockett, giving me my break. In regards to your question, David said on Conrad Thompson’s Tony Schiavone’s ‘What Happened When’ Podcast that he knew it was coming but did not know when it was coming. Tony said that he did not know anything about it and when it happened, Tony was like ‘Oh my gosh’. And David said he laid there for a minute to make sure everything was working. In my young mind, it’s television, it has to look good so I laid it in. It was nothing personal. I loved all the Crocketts including David. David described it as if he had run into a neighbor’s clothesline in the backyard at night. It was Dusty’s idea, David went along with it and he lived to talk about it. Thank you very much David.

Yiorgo is an arts, entertainment and sports writer. A stage, TV and movie actor, he is also a sports entertainer, educator, motivational speaker, writer, storyteller and columnist.

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Food

Watermelon Ice Cream Bars. (COURTESY PHOTO)

Sweet Summer Treats that Beat the Heat

By Family Features Whether your family’s ideal summer day consists of swimming, hiking, biking or simply enjoying the sunshine, all that time in the heat calls for a sweet way to cool off. It’s hard to beat a homemade treat loaded with favorite summertime flavors that’s as cold and creamy as it is sweet and delicious.

For a lighter, better-for-you solution, this Watermelon Gelato has about half the fat and fewer calories than traditional ice cream but with equally mouthwatering flavor. In fact, the word “gelato” means “ice cream” in Italian, and while the two frozen desserts have much in common, gelato is typically lower in fat with more density.

If you’re looking for an added touch of tastiness, try adding a few chocolate chips to the mix in the last few minutes of churning in your ice cream maker, or simply add some on top before serving.

When a summer weekend offers opportunities for morning kitchen lessons with the kiddos, they can help measure ingredients for Watermelon Ice Cream Bars and watch the magic happen as you mix up a watermelon curd, homemade crust and whipped cream. Once your creation freezes completely throughout the day, turn out and cut into bars for a cold afternoon treat following all that

fun in the sun.

While sweet and tasty, these desserts also provide a bite of hydration with the power of watermelon, which is 92% water for a delicious way to rehydrate. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, daily fluid intake is defined as the amount of water consumed from foods, plain drinking water and other beverages, meaning you don’t have to rely only on what you drink to meet your fluid needs.

Because what you eat also provides a significant portion of daily fluids, fruits and vegetables like watermelon can help you and your family stay hydrated for whatever summer days bring your way.

Find more sweet summer recipe ideas at Watermelon.org.

Watermelon Ice Cream Bars Servings: 8 Watermelon Curd: • ¾ cup watermelon juice • 2 tablespoons lime juice • ½ cup honey • 1 pinch salt • 3 eggs, lightly beaten • ½ cup butter (1 stick), cut into small cubes Crust: • 8 graham crackers, crushed • 2 tablespoons honey • 1 pinch salt

• 4 tablespoons butter, melted and cooled • basil leaves, for garnish Whipped Cream: • 1 cup heavy whipping cream To make watermelon curd: In medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine watermelon juice, lime juice, honey and salt. Stir to combine then add eggs.

Place pan over medium heat and cook, adding cubed butter to pan and stirring constantly, until mixture thickens and coats back of wooden spoon. Immediately remove from heat and carefully pour through fine mesh sieve. Cool completely in refrigerator.

To make crust: Preheat oven to 350 F. In food processor, pulse graham crackers until rough crumbs form. Add honey, salt and melted butter; pulse until mixture resembles wet sand.

Line 8-by-8-inch pan with parchment paper then press graham cracker mixture into bottom of pan in even layer. Bake crust about 10 minutes, or until just beginning to brown.

Allow crust to cool completely.

Watermelon Gelato Servings: 8 • 2 cups pureed watermelon • ½ cup sugar • 1 ½ tablespoons cornstarch • 1 cup fat-free half-and-half • 3 tablespoons lemon juice

Watermelon Gelato. (COURTESY PHOTO)

• ½ cup whipping cream In blender, blend watermelon, sugar, cornstarch, half-and-half, lemon juice and whipping cream until smooth.

Using ice cream maker, process gelato according to manufacturer’s instructions.

To make whipped cream: When crust and curd are completely cooled, in large bowl, whip cream until stiff peaks form.

Gently push cream to one side of bowl and pour in watermelon curd. Using spatula, gently fold cream and watermelon curd together until no streaks are visible.

Pour creamy watermelon mixture over graham cracker crust. Freeze dessert completely, 4-6 hours or overnight.

When ready to serve, loosen sides with small spatula or butter knife. Turn out onto cutting board and use large spatula to flip so graham cracker crust is on bottom. Cut into eight bars and top each with basil leaf.

4 Tips to Master the Grill

By Family Features The end result of perfectly cooked chicken is a mouthwatering meal that smells just as good as it tastes and beckons loved ones to the patio.

To achieve that juicy, tender flavor that brings family and friends together, it’s important to keep a few safety and grilling tips in mind.

Fire up your grill, season poultry to perfection and serve a safely cooked meal at your next backyard barbecue with this advice from the experts at Perdue Farms.

Maximize Your Budget For a flavorful meal without breaking the bank, consider less-expensive cuts of meat like bone-in thighs or drumsticks, or cook a whole chicken that can last for several meals. In addition to the savings at the grocery store, these cuts can also withstand hotter temperatures on the grill for juicy and tender results.

Save a Little Time One easy way to maximize your time around the grill while cutting down on prep and mess is using a pre-cut option like Perdue Fresh Cuts Diced Chicken Breast, a perfect solution for kebabs. Recipe ready in an easy-peel package, the chickens are hatched and harvested in the United States with an all-vegetarian diet and no antibiotics, hormones or steroids.

Add Favorite Seasonings Because seasonings can sometimes come off on the grill, try seasoning both before and after grilling for a better-tasting final result. If you’re planning to marinate, be careful to avoid over-marinating as acid-based marinades can start breaking down meat fibers. Remember before and while seasoning raw meat to keep proper safety practices in mind. Wash your

Easy Kona Pineapple Chicken Kebabs. (COURTESY PHOTO)

hands, cutting boards, knives, scissors, the sink and all work surfaces for 20 seconds with hot, soapy water, and don’t allow raw meat or its juices to touch other foods.

Trust the Thermometer Once your grill reaches the desired heat, put chicken on the grates with confidence by trusting a meat thermometer to measure doneness.

This Easy Kona Pineapple Chicken Kebabs recipe, for example, calls for 10-12 minutes on the grill, but it’s important to check for an internal temperature of 165 F rather than simply relying on recommended cook times. Be sure to serve using a clean platter and utensils, never ones touched by raw meat. Refrigerate any leftover chicken immediately and use within 3-5 days.

For more grilling tips, visit perdue.com/ how-to/grilling.

Easy Kona Pineapple Chicken Kebabs Prep time: 45 minutes Cook time: 15 minutes Servings: 4 • 1 can (6 ounces) pineapple juice • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil • 1 lime, zest and juice only • 1 tablespoon sugar • 1 piece (1 inch) fresh ginger, grated • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes • 1 package Perdue Fresh Cuts Diced Chicken Breast • ½ fresh pineapple, cut into 16 chunks • 1 large red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 16 (1-inch) chunks • 4 metal skewers or 8 wooden skewers (12 inches) soaked in water 30 minutes In bowl, whisk pineapple juice, vegetable oil, lime juice and zest, sugar, ginger and red pepper

flakes until sugar dissolves. Add diced chicken breast, cover and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes.

Thread alternating pieces of chicken, pineapple and red bell pepper onto skewers. Discard remaining marinade.

Heat lightly greased grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill kebabs 10-12 minutes, turning every 3-4 minutes until chicken feels firm to touch and a meat thermometer inserted in the center reaches 165 F. Remove kebabs from grill, rest 2-3 minutes and serve.

Tip: If using wooden skewers, soak in water 30 minutes to keep skewers from burning on grill. If using metal skewers, remember chicken will cook faster because metal will conduct heat and cook chicken cubes from inside along with grill heat cooking chicken from outside.

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Health

Drones carrying fresh blood products to wounded troops on the front lines may be critical for military medicine in a conflict against a“near-peer”adversary. (SHUTTERSTOCK)

How Drones Will Transform Battlefield Medicine – and Save Lives

By Janet A. Aker

MHS Communications

Blood loss or “bleeding out” is the leading cause of preventable death on the battlefield, military health experts say.

So one of the best ways to save lives during combat operations is to provide blood products to forward deployed medics and corpsmen as soon as possible.

During the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, getting the needed blood products to injured warfighters was typically not a major challenge when the U.S. military controlled the skies and maintained a nearby network of medical facilities.

“We were pretty reliant on medevac ‘dust off ’ to deliver our blood,” said Air Force Col. (Dr.) Stacy Shackelford, chief of the Joint Trauma System.

However, in future conflicts against a “nearpeer” adversary, Shackelford said, that could be far more difficult. Injured troops may have to remain at the frontlines for days while needing blood transfusions or other major medical care.

The solution: Drones may become essential to combat medicine.

“I think it’s going to come down to drone delivery of blood by some type of unmanned vehicle that can fly in and drop off more blood or more bullets, whatever is needed,” Shackelford said.

Resupply by Drones “We think that drone resupply of blood and immediate-need medical products are

really just around the corner,” said Dr. Adam Meledeo, a research scientist for coagulation and blood research at the U.S. Army Institute of Surgical Research, Fort Sam Houston, San Antonio, Texas.

“There are multiple off-the-shelf solutions that are being considered,” and DHA is funding a number of other innovations to optimize the ability to provide drones in the battle space, Meledeo said.

Yet using drones to resupply blood and other medical supplies will be challenging.

“There’s obviously trade-offs between some of these different platforms, such as making sure that we have a vehicle that’s fast, and somewhat stealthy…and has a very large battery that will be able to keep it airborne for a much longer period of time if it needs to loiter somewhere in anticipation of there being a problem,” Meledeo said.

“There’s also been some talk of outfitting some of our combat hardware drones that are already in use with alternative payloads that would be able to supply blood, medical supplies and really just about anything, such as MRE’s, ammunition, and water” to frontline medics or service members caring for wounded soldiers, he explained.

Blood Resupply “The primary issue with blood resupply is that it has to be maintained at specific temperatures, as do a number of pharmaceuticals including certain pain medications, and antibiotics,” Meledeo said.

“The biggest technological hurdles right now are being able to maintain those tempera-

tures inside those drone payloads very consistently, at a variety of altitudes, and a variety of different ambient conditions for potentially lengthy periods of time, without drawing too much power away from the system itself.”

The Marines Corps used drones for resupply during an exercise in Australia. Drones have also been used in Rwanda and Uganda to transport medical supplies to rural areas across mountain ranges and in bad weather, Meledeo said.

“I think that we’re going to get there much faster than we had initially anticipated,” he said.

The use of drones for future near-peer conflicts is starting to filter down into the operational forces as a potential solution in the near term, he noted.

Wounded Warrior Evacuation “In the long term, there are a number of lines of effort, such as involving drones for the extraction of patients,” Meledeo said.

U.S. partner countries are examining some of these platforms that can evacuate a patient rapidly without risking other personnel in potentially contested airspace, he added.

How does one transport casualties stealthily?

“Part of it is marking the vehicles appropriately with standard medical nomenclature. That gives you the Geneva Convention protection. But, obviously, we go up against certain enemies that will not care about that at all,” he explained.

Artificial Intelligence Stealth technology continues to improve.

When it comes to drones, “it may be just a matter of keeping the drones low to the

ground, and that they’re being piloted by an artificial intelligence system,” Meledeo explained.

“So, hopefully, AI will be faster to react than a human would be. But even still, I think there are a lot of concerns about” the use of drones to extract wounded warfighters.

“The long-term goal…is to actually have some sort of robotics onboard these drones that would be doing medical care to the patient during transport,” he said.

DARPA AI Initiative A new Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency initiative called “The In the Moment Program” aims to ultimately give AI systems the same complex, rapid decision-making capabilities as military medical staff and trauma surgeons who are in the field of battle based on algorithms of care and decision-making capabilities.

One example is smart tourniquets that will be able to detect whether they need to be released. Other automatically guided solutions include IV placement or catheter placement, Meledeo said.

“It sounds like science fiction. It is still a little bit science fiction, but it’s not as far off as it may sound,” he said.

“At least on a rudimentary level, the community is already pursuing a lot of automated solutions or artificial intelligence-derived solutions for automation of different medical processes.”

This research is underway but there’s no timeline on this concept.

“Hopefully, we’ll be able to get some confident results from some of these different technologies that are going to be packaged together in this system and enable the drones to then not only resupply at the point of injury, but also actually take care of the transportation and the management of patients during that transportation.”

Ask the Doc: Heat Stroke vs.

Heat Exhaustion -- What’s the Difference?

By Claudia Sanchez-Bustamante MHS Communications

Dear Doc: During a recent run in the hot weather, I started to feel dizzy and got a headache. Could this be heat exhaustion or heat stroke? Can you please explain the difference between the two so that my buddies and I can learn ways to prevent heat-related injuries in the hot weather?

Thank you, -Sgt. Dizzy Run Dear Sgt. Run: Whew! That sounds dangerous. With those symptoms, you probably experienced some sort of heat illness. Fortunately, I found the perfect expert to talk to about this.

Army Col. (Dr.) Anthony Noya is the chief of primary care at Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital, in Fort Polk South, Louisiana. Here’s what he had to say: “Heat-related illnesses refer to a spectrum of conditions that worsen as the body loses its ability to compensate for the increased core temperature due to environmental heat or metabolic heat.

There are warning signs to be aware of and measures to take to prevent the progression of heat-related illnesses.

Simply put, as with any illness, the result is an inability to function, which can be mild, moderate, or severe.

Risk factors are numerous — generally speaking, the main risk factors are: people who take certain medications that lead to fluid or electrolyte alterations, people at the extremes of age, and insufficient cooling, hydration, and fitness. There are also genetically predisposing conditions that can increase someone’s risk of heat illness.

Heat exhaustion occurs earlier in the spectrum of heat-related illnesses. If left

unaddressed, heat exhaustion can rapidly progress to the medical emergency we call heat stroke. It can be difficult to differentiate the two without accurate diagnostic measurements.

The primary difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke has to do with core body temperature and persistent, severe neurologic manifestations. Heat stroke involves a core temperature above 104 F (40 C), and persistent neurologic dysfunction to include coma, seizure, and altered level of consciousness, confusion, or headache. If heat stroke has set in and there is a delay in cooling, this condition can be fatal.

Heat stroke’s primary symptoms include a change in mental status, such as confusion, delirium, combativeness, seizures, loss of consciousness, and a core body temperature above 104 F. Heat exhaustion can present with dizziness, headache, nausea, weakness, unsteady gait, muscle cramps and fatigue. The core body temperature is elevated but remains below 104 F. To avoid these, particularly during fitness training or working outdoors in the summer heat, I recommend people stay cool, stay hydrated with a balanced liquid that has glucose, electrolytes and water (such as a sports drink). I also recommend you address the early warning signs.

Thankfully, the majority of heat related illness is heat exhaustion or heat cramps.

However, if left unaddressed, heat exhaustion can rapidly progress to heat injuries like non-cerebral end organ dysfunction or heat stroke, with severe elevations of core body temperature and nervous system, brain, and other organ dysfunction.

To avoid heat-related illness, it’s import-

Being exposed to hot weather can lead to heat-related illnesses including heat exhaustion and heat stroke but taking proper precautions may reduce the likelihood of illness. ( AIR FORCE SR AIRMAN CHRISTOPHER MALDONADO)

ant to remove the person from the heat, measure his or her core body temperature (rectal is the preferred method) and initiate rapid cooling. If a rectal thermometer is not available, one reasonable approach is to cool the patient until they begin to shiver.

Cooling them off through cold-water immersion or applying ice packs to their neck, underarms, and lower abdominal or groin area is highly effective if suitable equipment is available.

In circumstances when ice water immersion is not feasible, particularly if the patient has complications requiring aggressive medical intervention, such as a compromised airway or active seizures, trained professionals should use alternative methods of cooling. The goal is to lower the core temperature to about 101 or 102 degrees.

Calling 911 will mobilize trained professionals to assist casualties of heat illness.

They will determine if transporting the

patient to a hospital for more intensive intervention and management is necessary.

People who must work outdoors can stay ahead of the harmful effects of extreme heat by being aware of the conditions, wearing proper clothing, hydrating, and having cooling capabilities available.

As always, an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Knowing and addressing the warning signs of heat related illness along with basic prevention is our best approach.” *** Sgt. Run, I hope this advice is helpful to you. For more information, check out the Wet Bulb Globe Temperature to gauge when it’s too hot to do certain activities outdoors as well as the Army Public Health Center’s information on heat illness prevention and sun safety.

These are great tips, especially for this time of year. Good luck, my friend, and as always…take care out there!

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MERCEDES-BENZ 2009 SL550

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Room For Rent

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Classic, Antique Cars

CADILLAC 1958 SERIES 62

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GMC 2021 SIERRA

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Travel/Camping Trailers

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Motorcycles and ATVs

Boats & Watercraft

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HARLEY 2010 ROADKING Garage kept, many upgrades, looks & runs great, $11,600. 757-675-0288.

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