General Richard D.Clarke relinquished command to General Bryan P.Fenton, whowill assume command as the 13th CommanderofUSSOCOM.PageA7
U.S. Special Operations Command holds a change of command ceremony
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“Therehavebeenchallenges,”saidMaster Chief Information Systems Technician (Submarine) Angela Koogler, “But you just have to keep going There are going to be wallsyouhavetoknockdown,butyoucan’t letthemstopyou.” This is the mindset Koogler has had throughout her 20-year Navy career This is the drive that has led to many successes and accomplishments in her life Her most recent achievement, however, may be her biggestyet. Koogler, who hails from Kettering, Ohio, foundoutlastyearshehadbeenselectedto serveaboardasubmarineasthefirstfemale chief of the boat in U.S. Navy history She joined the crew of USS Louisiana (Gold) (SSBN743)onAug.22 2022.
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Thechiefoftheboat,orCOB isanenlisted Sailorwhoservesastheseniorenlistedadvisortothecommandingofficerandexecutive officerofaU.S.Navysubmarine Koogler credits her motivation and drive for success to her mother, who dedicated 33 years of her life to civil service. She says watching her mother work hard and help otherpeopleinspiredhertodothesame “I’ve always kind of been a go-getter and hard charger,” said Koogler. “My mom was like that. She was a hard worker and it was just instilled in me as a child. She worked as a civil servant for Wright-Patterson Air ForceBasemywholelife,andbeingaround themilitarywithherallthetimekindofput meinthatdirection.” Koogler’splanwasalwaystojointhemilitary after high school, until an injury sidelined her for a few years Instead of letting thatderailherplans Kooglercreatedanew pathforherfutureNavycareer “I was going to join right out of high school,butItoreeverythinginmyanklemy senior year playing soccer,” said Koogler “So, I went off to college, was working and went back in when I was 23 to see what I coulddo.” Koogler was able to join the Navy in July 2002. She has been devoted to her military careereversince “OnceIjoined,IknewIfoundmycareer, andmyNavyfamilyandfriendsthatIwould have forever,” said Koogler, “I have contin ued to serve over the years because it is a goodfitformeandIloveit.” Kooglerknowsthatsteppingintohernew roleasCOBwillcomewithmanychallenges andmuchgreaterresponsibility something she has prepared for throughout her time inservice. “Every time I was up for orders, I was always looking for something different and challenging,” said Koogler “Then when it was announced that enlisted women could apply for submarines, with some encour agementfrommySailors Iwentaheadand applied.” Women haven’t always been allowed to serve alongside their male counterparts in thesubmarineforce Itwasn’tuntil2011that female officers began serving aboard U.S. Navysubmarines Thisopenedthedoorfor thefollow-onintegrationofenlistedwomen, whichbeganin2016. Then-Chief Koogler reported to her first submarine the guided-missile submarine USS Michigan (SSGN 727), in May 2016, followedbyatouratSubmarineSquadron19 ”Koogler only has 36 months on board a submarine, but I knew she was the perfect candidate to be the first woman COB,” said Submarine Squadron 19’s Command MasterChiefTravisBrown.“In36months she walked off a submarine as a qualified diving officer of the watch, and everything inbetween,whilealsolearninghowtolead submarine Sailors.” Attempting to reach goals that no one beforeyouhasaccomplishedcanbeintimidating, but Brown believes Koogler’s achievement is breaking barriers “We kind of pushed her a little bit because it’s always spooky if you’re going to be the first person to do anything,” explained Brown. “But this is a huge glass ceilingbustedinthesubmarineforce Now there’s a path to the top of the submarine force.” Kooglerfeelsthatgendershouldplayno factor in Sailor roles “We need to keep breaking down the barriers so that it just becomes all Sailors,” said Koogler “A Sailor is a Sailor to me and we shouldn’t have to define their gender It’s important to integrate everybody and it shouldn’t matter as long as they get the job done.” This new position is a great milestone in Koogler’s career, but it’s not the final triumph she has her sights set on. Her ultimate dream is to one day serve as a command master chief (CMC). “Since my first command I’ve always wantedtobeacommandmasterchief,”said Koogler “Now that I’ve converted to the submarine force I have to serve as chief of theboatbeforeIcangointotheCMCworld, sothisisjustanothersteppingstone.”
First Female ‘Chief of the Boat’ Reports to USS Louisiana (Gold) the boat aboard poses portrait
Retired Master Chief still has love for the Fleet
NAVALBASE KITSAP BANGOR Wash.(Aug 29 2022) MasterChiefInformation Systems TechnicianAngela Koogler
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the ballistic missile submarine USS Louisiana (SSBN 743)
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The USS Hershel“Woody Williams (ESB 4) arrived in CapeTown,SouthAfrica fora scheduled portvisit, Aug.29,2022. PAGEA4
ByMassCommunicationSpecialist 1stClassHeatherC.Wamsley Navy Public Affairs Support Element West Detachment Northwest
USS Hershel Williams arrives in Cape Town
SILVERDALE, Wash. Growing up, many people are told that hard work and dedication will take a person far Mentors, teachers,andparentswillsaythatifyouare motivated enough, you can achieve your wildestdreams.Butwhatifaperson’sdream has never been accomplished by anyone else?
KooglercreditsretiredCommandMaster Chief Floyd O’Neill, her first CMC at Navy Reserve Center Port Hueneme California, as her inspiration for wanting to become a CMC herself. “I really looked up to him, almost like a father figure,” said Koogler “I knew that waswhatIwantedtodo Iwanttobeableto takecareofSailors Iwantthemtodevelop and accelerate themselves It’s kind of always been my goal.” This type of Sailor-centered leadership mentalityiswhatKooglerhopestoembody when she takes on this assignment. “I want the crew to be successful in doing our mission,” said Koogler “I also want them to be personally successful in their own worlds I have always thought it’s important to be a well-rounded Sailor.” Koogler attributes her ‘go-getter’ atti tude as what led her to this point in her career.Evenwhenfacedwithadversity,she continues to persist and chase her dreams As it turns out, those mentors, teachers andparentspreachingdriveandmotivation as secrets to success may be right.
“If you have something in your mind thatisyourgoal,youcan’tletonepersonor one obstacle stop you,” explained Koogler “Youhavetokeepdriving forit.Andsome times instead of running those obstacles over, you might have to go around them. Youmighthavetofindadifferentpaththat works for you.
at Naval Base Kitsap Bangor Wash,Aug.29 2022 Koogleris the Navy’s first female chiefofthe boat (U.S.NAVYPHOTOBY MASSCOMMUNICATIONSPECIALIST1STCLASSBRIANG.REYNOLDS) Commissioning MAC to Ensign ABOVELEFT:ChiefMaster-At-ArmsMauraTaylor fromSalisbury NorthCarolina,receiveshercombinationcoverfromhermother YvetteJohnson,duringhercommissioningceremonyatCommander Navy Region Mid-Atlantic, Aug 31. Taylor serves as a military working dog regional trainer for CNRMA, responsible for overseeing the MWD training program for all naval installations within the MidAtlanticregion. ABOVE:NORFOLK,Va (August31,2022)ChiefMaster-At-ArmsMauraTaylor fromSalisbury NorthCarolina,embraceshermother,YvetteJohnson,duringhercommissioningceremony. ABOVERIGHT:U.S.NavyLt Tono Burrell,from Houston,Texas,swears in ChiefMaster-At-Arms MauraTaylor from Salisbury North Carolina,during hercommissioning ceremony. PHOTOSBYMASSCOMMUNICATIONSPECIALIST2NDCLASSEMILYCASAVANT www flagshipnews.com | The Flagship | Section 1 | Thursday, September 8, 2022 1
Today, we mark one year since the end of the U.S. war in Afghanistan, and I, like somanyofyou,havebeenreflectingonthe sacrifice that American Service Members, Veterans, their families, and so many othersmadeduringAmerica’slongestwar. I first want to express my profound gratitude to all who served in Afghanistan, including everyone on our Depart ment of Defense team. Every American who contributed to our efforts shared a deep devotion to keeping our country safe, working toward a brighter future for the Afghan people, and standing up for liberty, democracy, and the rule of law. As a veteran of the war, I witnessed firsthand the bravery, selflessness, and compassion that our men and women brought to the fight. Your efforts make me proud to be your colleague and even prouder to be an American. Twodecades ofnoble service demanded significant and selfless sacrifice. Many Service members still bear the wounds of war, to body and to soul, and 2,461 brave heroes never made it home To our Gold Star families: We hold your loved ones in our hearts and we pledge to you the unwavering commitment of a grateful Nation. The United States went to Afghanistan in 2001 to wage a necessary war of self-defense On September 11, 2001, al-Qaeda terrorists attacked our country They were able to plan and execute such a horrific attack because their Taliban hosts had given them safe haven in Afghanistan. Since 2001, no enemy has been able to launch such an attack on our homeland, and that speaks to the entire U.S. govern ment’s efforts to defend our citizens from terrorist threats that could emanate from Afghanistan or anywhere around the globe Still, we know this work is not done We must keep a relentless focus on counter terrorism and we are. Just a few weeks ago the United States delivered justice to Ayman al-Zawahiri, theleader of al-Qaeda and Osama bin Laden’s deputy at the time of the 9/11 attacks And in recent months, our military has successfully carried out operations against key ISIS leaders We also know that preventing terrorist violencerequiresmuchmorethanmilitary might. We’re committed to supporting a whole-of-governmentefforttoaddressthe root causes of violent extremism. No one should doubt America’s resolve to keep our people safe For me, there is no greater testament to the strength of a country’s democracy than the fact that millions of people freely choose every day, to defend it. Those who step up to serve whether in uniform or as part of our civilian workforce do so because of the values we fight for: the rule of law, human dignity, and freedom. So last year, in the war’s final days, the United States, along with our partners and allies, conducted the largest air evacua tion of civilians in American history, lift ing more than 124,000 people to safety I’m proud that our military communities and Americans from all walks of life have welcomed our Afghan allies as they begin new lives in our country And our values continue to drive the important work that American patriots are doing around the world. The United States is rushing urgently needed assis tance to Ukraine in the face of Russia’s unprovoked and reckless invasion. We are firmly committed to supporting the people of Ukraine and to defending the rules-based international order against autocrats and aggressors anywhere. As our country looks back on two decadesofcombatinAfghanistan,Iunder stand that many people have hard ques tions about the costs of the war and what their sacrifices meant. These are import ant discussions, and I hope we will keep having them with thoughtfulness and respect. Last year, I said that although the Afghanistan war has ended, our gratitude to those who served never will. Today, I renew that pledge To every man and woman who served in Afghanistan: This country will never forget what you did and what you gave Thank you. May God bless you, and may God bless the United States of America. Lloyd J. Austin, III
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ByPettyOfficer2ndClass RileyMcdowell USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN 78) NORFOLK VIRGINIA The deployed resilience educator (DRE) program helps service members adjust to life in the Navy DREs spend time before, during and after deployments teaching Sailors important life skills such as time management and car-buyingstrategies,helpingthembecome more resilient for deployment and their day-to-day lives. The DRE is a unique job thatrequiresexperienceandadrivetohelp others Here onboard USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN78) wehaveonesuchindividual RichardHaninger,Ford’sdeployedresil ience educator, a Chicago native, spent thirty years on active duty prior to becoming a DRE. He spent twenty of those years as an aviation electronics technician and ten as a command master chief (CMC). He decided to return to the fleet to share his experience and improve the quality of life for new Sailors “After I retired from the Navy, I worked for Fleet & Family Support for four years. I briefedcommandsaswellasfamilymembers on how to prepare for deployment,” said Haninger “Evenaftertheydeployed,Iwould flyouttotheship’slastportcallandprepare Sailorsforthereturnhome.” Haninger’s experience as a CMC gives him a unique perspective when teaching classesthatwillbebeneficialtothecrew “When I was a CMC, these are the types ofprogramswewerepushingtogetstarted,” said Haninger “I can see the difference in people after taking the classes. The skills they pick up and develop help them out in the long run with their careers and home lives. Part of what Haninger has learned over timeisthatthelearningprocessdoesn’tstop Education is one of the ways he improves himselfandthosearoundhim. “Ilearnnewthingseveryday.Ilearnfrom everyone, from chiefs, officers and junior sailors alike,” said Haninger “It’s one of the thingsIenjoyaboutthejob Icancontinueto learnnewskillstobettermyselfandothers.”
Talking and interacting with Sailors was Haninger’sfavoritepartofbeingaCMC As Ford’s DRE, it’s one of his primary duties onboard. “I get to help people every day and that bringsmealotofenjoyment,”saidHaninger “I don’t even mind the hours, it’s all worth it when you see the positive impact you’re makingontheirlives.” In the deployment resilience education program, Haninger teaches Fleet & Family classes The classes range from deployment briefs to financial classes, car buying consumer awareness credit building dealing with stress anger management and communication. “The heaviest turnout in classes I’ve seen have been the pre-deployment briefs,” said Haninger “We have a lot of first term Sailors and I always tell people, no matter how many deployments you’ve been on it’s good to go You can always learn something new.” Some of the new classes Haninger started teaching include love languages, leadership development and common courtesies He also held a few classes on resume writing, interview techniques and job searching post-military “DRE is a job that is beneficial to the entire crew,” said Haninger “I have years of military experience, but now I’m a civil ian, which allows me both perspectives, to talk to people and share my experience I’ve probably already dealt with most of the issues that come up in a Sailor’s life and I can help them through those trials.” DRE is a program designed to bring experienced instructors onboard Navy warships and use them to teach Sailors life skills and develop a more well-rounded fleet. Haninger said attending classes provided by the DRE is a great way for Sailors to better themselves and increase their resilience before, during and after deployments For more news from USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN78),visitwww.dvidshub.net/CVN78 or www.facebook.com/USSGeraldRFord
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ByLloydJ.Austin,III
THIS TOOL CANCOME IN HANDYINANEMERGENCY.
Retired Master Chief still has love for the Fleet
Message to the Force One Year Since the Conclusion of the Afghanistan War
Richard Haninger,USS Gerald R.Ford’s (CVN 78) deployed resilience educator,teaches leadership skills to Sailors during a leadership development courseAugust 3,2022 Ford is underwayin the Atlantic Ocean conductingworkups in preparation fora scheduled deployment this fall.(U.S.NAVYPHOTOBYMASSCOMMUNICATIONSPECIALIST3RDCLASSTYLERSLAVICEK)
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ByPatrickBuffett U.S. Army Garrison Fort Lee Public Affairs FORT LEE, Va “If anything positive can be said about global warming,” observedInstallationEmergencyManager Thomas Loden, “it has to be the fact that more people than ever now understand theveryrealthreatofcatastrophicweather events.” His comment relates to the September observance of National Preparedness Month a time when extra educational efforts are focused on getting communi tiesreadyfortheworstMotherNaturecan dishout.InthecentralVirginiaareawhere
“Extremeweathereventshaveonething in common the ability to cause massive propertydamageandhumansuffering,”he said in continuation of the thought “That commonality applies equally to hurricanes,tornadoesandanyothercatastrophic weather event. They test how well you’ve plannedandprepared.Thosewhodonoth ing stand the greatest risk of experiencing harm. Proactive individuals who take the timetoeducateandequipthemselvesstand a better chance of avoiding injury or death and safely riding out the disaster.” In closing, he emphasized that administrative areas and military organizations operatingatFortLeeshouldhaveanemer gency plan as well. Loden and the Direc torate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Securityteamareavailabletoanswerquestions and provide additional guidance as needed.
because flooding has probably taken more lives in this area than most of the actual emergencyweathereventsthemselves We reallyneedtobemindfulofthatbecauseit’s an often underestimated threat.” “Get a Kit, Make a Plan, Be informed” is thelong-citedmantraofNationalPrepared ness Month. They are the action steps that have proven effective in reducing confu sion, property loss, injuries and fatalities “I think it’s an awesome idea to focus on one aspect of emergency planning at a time, Loden offered. “It’s an opportunity to thoroughly consider the various factors of what could happen and how you or your family would respond. For exam ple, what home preparations would you take to prevent flood or wind damage? If you have kids returning to school, what is theiremergencynotificationprocedureand do they have good contact information on file? Do you know the difference between a watch and warning? If you already have anemergencykit,whenisthelasttimeyou checked those batteries for the flashlight or the condition of any canned goods on hand?” Recognizing how overwhelming all of thoseconsiderationssound,Lodenquickly addedthatchecklistsandemergencyplan ning guides are available through websites suchaswww.ready.gov.TheFederalEmer gency Management Agency also offers a free mobile app available at www.fema. gov/mobile-app with comprehensive preparationwalk-throughsandareal-time weather alert feature “The garrison team also will be sharing information through social media chan nels additional articles and community displays,” Loden acknowledged. “The overall goal is to create a sense of commu nityinvolvementbecausewecannotdirect people to be prepared; it has to happen because the individual recognizes what’s at stake if no action is taken.
Fort Lee is located, those unsavory serv ings have historically included hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes, massive flooding and crippling winter storm events Loden’s point about people paying greater attention to the weather was verified recently in a Federal Emergency Management Agency survey It revealed that six out of every 10 Americans believe they will be personally impacted by a natural disaster over the next three years The number of people confirming they have taken steps to prepare also has increased, with 81 percent saying they’ve assembled an emergency supply kit, 65 percentacknowledgingthey’vesoughtout preparedness information and 48 percent having prepared a home emergency plan. All of it is music to an emergency plan ner’s ears. “What does preparedness do for us as a community?” Loden rhetorically asked.
Septemberis National Preparedness Month a timewhen extra educational efforts are focused on getting communities readyfortheworst MotherNature can dish out In the centralVirginia areawhere Fort Lee is located those unsavoryservings have historicallyincluded hurricanes, tornadoes,earthquakes,massive flooding and cripplingwinterstorm events.(PHOTOBYPATRICKBUFFETT)
“Firstandforemost,itreducesthepotential for panic and harm Planning builds confidenceinourabilitytorespondquicklyand appropriately Buildingakitgivesuspeace ofmindinknowingthatwehavetheneces sary supplies to take care of ourselves and lovedonesforafewdaysifgroceryfacilities and other conveniences are not available Knowing evacuation routes and emer gency shelter locations enables us to bug out quickly if necessary.”
September campaign emphasizes need for emergency preparedness
Thetransientnatureofmilitarycommu nities adds impetus to the National PreparednessMonthinitiative,Lodenalso pointed out. The many service members, families and others who have joined Team Lee over the past several months likely haven’thadanopportunitytoexercisetheir emergencyresponsechops NPMservesas an encouraging nudge. “Readuponnor’easters aweatherthreat unique to the upper East Coast, Loden suggestedtothoseunfamiliarwiththearea. “Over the past decade, we’ve also experi enced the devastating effects of hurricanes, tropical storms and tornadoes We even rode out an earthquake back in 2011. Awarenessoffloodzonesalsoisimportant
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TheLewis B. Puller-class expeditionary sea base USS Hershel“Woody”Williams(ESB4)arrived inCapeTown SouthAfricaforascheduled portvisit,Aug.29,2022.
The U.S. shares a common interest with African partner nations in ensuring security,safety,andfreedomofnavigationonthe waters surrounding the continent, because thesewatersarecriticalforAfrica’sprosper ityandaccesstoglobalmarkets. “The United States sees very clearly the range of interests and values we share with South Africa and the South African National Defense Force (SANDF),” said U.S. Consul General in Cape Town Todd Haskell.“Thisincludescommitmenttothe ruleoflaw,counteringtrafficking address ing shared security threats, and ensuring freeandopentransitandtrade,particularly in the Indo-Pacific.” Following the port visit, Hershel “Woody”Williamswillcontinueitsscheduled deployment within the Naval Forces Europe-Africa area of operations USS Hershel “Woody” Williams is the first warship permanently assigned to the U.S. Africa Command area of responsibil ity The ship is capable of executing addi tional missions including counter-piracy, maritime security, and humanitarian and disaster relief, as well as support a variety of rotary wing aircraft. Acting as a mobile sea base, they are part of the critical access infrastructure that supports the deployment of forces and supplies to support missions assigned For over 80 years U.S. Naval Forces Europe-U.S.NavalForcesAfrica(NAVEUR NAVAF) has forged strategic relationships withalliesandpartners,leveragingafoundationofsharedvaluestopreservesecurity and stability Headquartered in Naples, Italy, NAVEUR-NAVAF operates U.S. naval forces in the U.S. European Command (USEUCOM) and U.S. Africa Command (USAFRICOM) areas of responsibility U.S. Sixth Fleet is permanently assigned to NAVEUR-NAVAF, and employs maritime forces through the full spectrum of joint and naval operations
USS Hershel “Woody” Williams (ESB 4) arrives in Cape Town, South Africa GULFOFADEN (July26 2022)The Lewis B.Puller-class expeditionarysea base USS Hershel“Woody Williams (ESB 4) sails in the GulfofAden,July26 2022.Hershel“Woody Williams is rotationallydeployed to the U.S.Naval ForcesAfrica area ofoperations,employed byU.S.Sixth Fleet to defend U.S.,allied and partnerinterests (U.S.AIRFORCEPHOTOBYSTAFFSGT.DYLAN MURAKAMI/RELEASED) 4 The Flagship | www flagshipnews.com | Section 1 | Thursday, September 8, 2022 BEFORE AFTER OFFER EXPIRES 9/11/22 FREE INSTALLATION all shower &bath projects 18 MONTHS no payments &nointerest for GET FAST &EASY FINANCING BEFORE IT’S GONE! OVER 125,000 HOMEOWNERS HAVE CHOSEN US, BECAUSE THEY: •Wantedto Say Goodbye to Mold and Constant Cleaning •Needed a Safe &Low Step-in Shower •Wantedto Customize the Style to Match Their Bathroom •Needed the Job Done and Ready for Use in Less Than aDay •Needed Removal and Installation Completed by Trained Experts •Needed an Affordable Option to Meet Their Budget HURRY! THIS OFFER EXPIRES 9/11/22, SCHEDULE YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY! EXTENDED SPECIAL LABOR DAY FINANCING 757-280-2257 *Plan 1087. Subject to credit approval. 0.00% interest rate during 18 month promotional period followed by fixed interest rate of 17.99% for 84 months. Payment example: for $10,000 purchase on approval date (APR 11.89%), 18 payments of $0.00 followed by 84 amortized payments of $210.11. Financing for GreenSky® consumer loan programs is provided by federally insured, equal opportunity lender banks. NMLS #1416362. Minimum purchase $9,999 required. See design consultant for details. Other restrictions may apply.**Free install is equal to 20% offthe total project price. New orders only.Offer not valid on previous sales or estimates and cannot be combined with other offers. Offer expires 9/11/22. 2705176338 CALL TODAYOFFER ENDS SOON
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Duringtheportvisit,thecrewofHershel “Woody”Williamsisslatedtoresupplyfuel and promote maritime security through a persistent presence in African waters in closecooperationwithAfricanpartners “OurfrequentstopsinSouthAfricashowcase our dedication to our South African counterpartsasweworkonissuesofmutual interest and maritime security within the region, saidCapt.ChadGraham,command ing officer of Hershel “Woody” Williams “We look forward to continuing to build uponthealreadygreatrelationshipbetween theUnitedStatesandSouthAfrica.” This visit builds on Hershel “Woody” Williams’ recent circumnavigation of the African continent. In September 2021, Williams visited Cape Town and partic ipated in engagement opportunities with South African government and military leaders,toincludeWomen,Peace,andSecu rity (WPS) discussions, ship tours, medical exchanges, and musical performances In October2021,theshipalsobecamethefirst expeditionaryseabasetocompleteavoyage repairavailabilityinSouthAfrica.
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ByCmdr FernandoEstrella Nato Allied Maritime Command ALEXANDRIA, EGYPT Standing NATO Maritime Group Two (SNMG2) concluded a port visit in Alexandria Egypt, byconductingapassingexercise(PASSEX) withtheEgyptianNavy Aug.24 A PASSEX is a cooperative exercise that demonstratesinteroperability,collaboration, coordination, and partnership with part ner and allied navies. These exercises often involve communication, advanced maneuvering,andtacticstests. Before conducting the PASSEX, SNMG2 arrived in Alexandria for a scheduled port visit with flagship U.S. Navy destroyer USS Forrest Sherman and Spanish Navy frigate ESPSAlmiranteJuandeBorbon(F-102)on Aug.21. While in Alexandria, Rear Adm. Scott Sciretta, commander, SNMG2, met with Alexandria Naval Base Commander, Egyp tian Navy Adm. Walid Aly Attia, as well as the commanding officer of Gowind-class corvetteENSElFateh(971),Cmdr.Ibrahim Sobeih ThestaffofSNMG2andESPSAlmirante JuandeBorbonprovidedNATOcapabilities briefings to students at the Egyptian Naval War College, where they presented vari ous NATO operational concepts, to include task group command and control, rules of engagement, mine countermeasure operations,andmaritimeinterdiction. “NATO’spartnershipwithEgyptisinvalu able We enjoy a rich history of partnership andcollaboration, saidSciretta.“Asfound ingmembersoftheMediterraneanDialogue, we share common objectives of increasing regional security and mutual understanding with focuses in combatting terrorism, enhancingarmscontrol,andbuildingrobust cyberdefensecapabilities I’mhappythatwe were able to build on these core principles duringourvisit.” After departing Alexandria on Aug. 24 SNMG2andtheEgyptianNavycommenced the PASSEX. The ships participating in the PASSEX included USS Forest Sherman, ESPS Almirante Juan de Borbón, and ENS ElFateh. SNMG2isamultinationalintegratedtask group that projects a constant and visible reminder of the Alliance’s solidarity and cohesion afloat and provides the Alliance with a continuous maritime capability to perform a wide range of tasks, including exercisesandreal-worldoperationsinperiodsofcrisisandconflict.
NATO ships conclude Alexandria port visit and naval exercise with Egyptian navy ALEXANDRIANAVALBASE-August 21st 2022 Staffmembers from Standing NATO Maritime Group 2 (SNMG2) and ESPSAlmiranteJuan De Borbon (F-102) SNMG2 conducted a NATO capabilities briefing forstudents at the Egyptian NavalWarCollege at theAlexandria Naval Base.The briefingswere part ofavisit that provided an opportunityforNATOAllied members to engagewith Egyptian naval forces (PHOTOBYCMDR FERNANDOESTRELLA,NATOALLIEDMARITIMECOMMAND) ALEXANDRIANAVALBASE-August 21st 2022 Standing NATO Maritime GroupTwo (SNMG2) Commander U.S.NavyRearAdmiral Scott Sciretta metwithAlexandria Naval Base Commander Egyptian NavyAdmiralWalidAlyAttia.SNMG2visited the port ofAlexandria as part ofa scheduled portvisit Thevisit provided an opportunityforNATOAllied members to engagewith Egyptian naval forces (PHOTOBYPETTYOFFICER3RDCLASSEZEKIELDURAN,NATO ALLIEDMARITIMECOMMAND) MEDITERRANEAN SEA-August 24th,2022 Standing NATO Maritime GroupTwo’s (SNMG2) flagship USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98) and taskgroup memberESPSAlmiranteJuan De Borbon (F-102) conducted a sailing exercisewith Gowind-class corvette ENS El Fateh (971). The exercise concluded a portvisit bySNMG2 that provided an opportunityforNATOAllied members to engagewith Egyptian naval forces (PHOTOBYPETTYOFFICER3RDCLASSEZEKIEL DURAN,NATOALLIEDMARITIMECOMMAND) www flagshipnews.com | The Flagship | Section 1 | Thursday, September 8, 2022 5 Angela won $12,164 DeeAnn won $8,931 Robert won $13,613 Mustbe21o lder.P blem Gaming? Call the Virginia Help Line at 1-888-532-3500. NEW KENT |VINTON |RICHMOND |HAMPTON| DUMFRIES| COLLINSVILLE|ROSIESGAMING.COM ARE YOU READY?
Learnmoreatwww.navair.navy.mil/frce orhttps://www.facebook.com/FleetReadi nessCenterEast. FRCE hosts 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing commanding general Fleet Readiness CenterEast (FRCE)V-22 Branch HeadAndrewRock,(center) briefs Maj.Gen.Scott F.Benedict,commanding general of2nd MarineAircraftWing (MAW) and Capt.James Belmont FRCE’s commanding officer,in front ofthewing ofan MV-22 Osprey FRCE hosted anAug.30visit for2nd MAWleadership highlighting the maintenance,repair and overhaul services performed at FRCE.(PHOTOBYJOSEPHANDES,FLEETREADINESSCENTEREAST) Maj.Gen.Scott F.Benedict,commanding general of2nd MarineAircraftWing (MAW),left discusses MV-22 stowringswith Fleet Readiness CenterEast (FRCE) Commanding Officer Capt.James Belmont and FRCEV-22 Branch HeadAndrewRockduring anAug.30 tourofthe depot by2nd MAWleadership The tourfocused on theV-22 Osprey F-35 Lightning II and future plans forF-35 maintenance and capabilities at FRCE.(PHOTOBYJOSEPHANDES,FLEET READINESSCENTEREAST) Fleet Readiness CenterEast (FRCE) Executive OfficerLt Col.Jason Raper(right) discusses MV-22 overhaul operationswith Maj.Gen.Scott F.Benedict,commanding general of2nd Marine AircraftWing (MAW),during anAug.30 tourofthe depot by2nd MAWleadership The tourfocused on the MV-22 Osprey F-35 Lightning II and future plans forF-35 maintenance and capabilities at FRCE.(PHOTOBYJOSEPHANDES,FLEETREADINESSCENTEREAST) 6 The Flagship | www flagshipnews.com | Section 1 | Thursday, September 8, 2022
ByJosephAndes Fleet Readiness Center East Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) hosted an Aug. 30 visit from Maj. Gen. Scott F. Benedict commanding general of 2ndMarineAircraftWing(MAW).During thevisit,FRCEleadershipdiscusseddepot operations with Benedict and gave him a tour highlighting the maintenance, repair, andoverhaulservicesperformedatFRCE. FRCE provides maintenance, overhaul and technical services for many of the aircraft flown by 2nd MAW, including the F-35B Lightning II, MV-22B Osprey CH-53E Super Stallion AV-8B Harrier F/A-18 Hornet, and AH/UH-1 helicop ters Maintenance and overhaul operations conducted on Marine Corps aircraft make up more than 75% of FRCE’s annual workload. “This visit provided a great opportu nity to showcase to 2nd MAW leadership the outstanding support our workforce provides to the warfighter,” said FRCE CommandingOfficerCapt.JamesBelmont. “It highlighted our capabilities as well as the crucial role the depot plays in maintaining fleet readiness. This visit was also special because, being so near to one another,weshareaverycloseworkingrela tionship with the squadrons that make up 2nd MAW.” Belmont, FRCE Executive Officer Lt Col. Jason Raper, FRCE Executive Direc tor Chris Holder and FRCE First Sgt. Christopher Greene welcomed Benedict before leading a tour through some of the depot’s facilities The tour focused on the MV-22 Osprey F-35 Lightning II and future plans for F-35 maintenance and capabilities at FRCE. The visit is Benedict’s first visit to FRCE since assuming command of 2nd MAW on July 11. He last served as the director of Strategy, Plans and Policy for U.S. Central Command.BenedicthasservedasaMarine Corps officer and Naval aviator for more than 30 years Benedictwasaccompaniedbywingleaders including 2nd MAW Assistant Wing CommanderCol StephenAcosta,Sgt.Maj. JoyKitashima,andCommandMasterChief Augustine Cooper. Also in attendance was Cherry Point Commanding Officer Col. Brendan Burks FRCE is North Carolina’s largest maintenance repair overhaul and technical services provider with more than 4,000 civilian, military and contract workers Its annual revenue exceeds $1 billion. The depot provides service to the fleet while functioningasanintegralpartofthegreater U.S. Navy; Naval Air Systems Command; andCommander,FleetReadinessCenters
BySgt.Maj.JasonBaker USSOCOM Public Affairs TAMPA, Fla. U.S. Army Gen. Bryan P. Fenton assumed command of U.S. SpecialOperationsCommandfromoutgo ing commander Gen. Richard D. Clarke during a change of command ceremony at the Tampa Convention Center today. General Fenton previously served as the commander of Joint Special Operations Command in Fort Bragg, N.C. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III officiatedtheceremonyandChairmanofthe Joint Chiefs of Staff, U.S. Army Gen. Mark A. Milley was the honorary guest speaker SeveralseniordefenseleadersfromtheU.S. and international military partners; allies; USSOCOM’s component commanders; and other distinguished visitors were also inattendance. “Bryan Fenton is the right leader,” said Milley “He is the right leader at the right time,withrightskillstoleadthiscommand. Like Rich Clarke, Bryan Fenton has the perfectblendofcharacter,competence,and courage He has all the right expertise and knowledge to take what Rich has done and takeittothenextlevel.” Fenton assumes command during an important transition for Special Operations, as large-scale deployments and oper ations in Afghanistan and Iraq have mostly ceased.CompetitionwithRussiaandChina arethefocusofcurrentnationalstrategy,as Special Operations Forces will be expected to build upon the global SOF network it forged during the Global War On Terror eratosupportglobalintegrateddeterrence “General Fenton has served in and commanded at every level of Special Oper ationsForces,”saidAustin.“He’sbeenapart of operations in nearly every region around the world and General Fenton has built up extensive expertise in the Indo-Pacific, In fact, he managed to get four consecutive assignmentsin Hawaiianditculminatedin General Fenton becoming the first Special Operations officer to serve as the deputy commanderatU.S.Indo-PacificCommand. Secretary Austin went on to say that Fenton embodies the first SOF truth humansaremoreimportantthanhardware, by focusing onpeopleand creating anenvi ronmentwherepeoplewanttoperform “Inacommandwhere‘humansaremore important than hardware,’ this is a day to pauseforamomentandrecognizetheexcep tional men and women who make up the UnitedStatesSpecialOperationsCommand along with their incredible achievements, said Fenton. “A day to pause, and note, that these SOCOM teammates these quiet professionals who work tirelessly at home andabroadtokeepournationsafe arethe comparative and competitive advantage of thiscommand.” “This team has been and will continue to be called upon to protect our country,” continued Fenton. Even more so now at this crucial time with a National Defense Strategy outlining challenges with China, Russia,Iran,AlQaedaandISIS,tonamebut a few Yet your Special Operations Forces ‘wereborn’forchallengesjustlikethese.It’s inourDNA hasbeensincethebeginning.” Clarke leaves USSOCOM after commandingforthreeandahalfyearsand retires after more than 38 years of military service Hecommandedateverylevelofthe 75th Ranger Regiment through his career anddeployedtocombatseveraltimes,serv ing in key leadership positions throughout the Joint Airborne and SOF community “Congratulations Bryan No one is more ready to lead our Special Opera tions community than you, said Clarke, welcominghisreplacement.“Withadepth of experience in the Indo-Pacific, you’re already poised for our most pressing secu rity challenges I have watched you lead with enthusiasm and positivity You have the vision, you have the experience, and most of all, you live and breathe our ‘1st SOF Truth: Humans are more important than hardware.’ ” “Our people are without question the unmatched advantage of this command, continued Clarke. “They re innovative, they’reproblem-solvers,andtheyareabso lutely committed to keeping Americans safe at home and our Nation free.” USSOCOM develops and employs fully capableSOFtoconductglobalspecialoper ations and activities as part of the Joint Force to support Combatant Command operationsandcampaignsagainststateand non-stateactorstoprotectandadvanceU.S. policies and objectives.
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Ifyoucanget someone to talk and they feel comfortable, it can bring out any issues that could be bothering them or stressing them out. You will be surprised what little effort it can take that can make a real difference and ensure that your shipmates overallwellbeingisn’tspirallyoutofcontrol.Wehavetotake careofourshipmatesbecausetheytakecareofusaswell.”
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“Suicidal thoughts have many causes, most often, suicidal thoughts are the result of feeling like you can’t cope when you’re faced with what seems to be an overwhelming life situation If you don’t have hope for the future, you may mistakenly think suicide is a solution. As a PWD JEBLCFS junior officer I coordinate social events and lunches with fellowofficers Theseeventshelpstofostergreatteamwork and also check on each other I have learned to listen with out judging and provide outreach opportunities that are availabletoaddressmentalhealthandstressthatshipmate mightbeexperiencing.”
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Aaron Lam LTJG Command:PWDYorktown Hometown:Gaithersburg,Maryland Howdoyoucheckonyourshipmates?
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Bassimswe Kodjolo ConstructionManager ENS Command:PWDJointExpeditionaryBase LittleCreek-FortStory Hometown:Togo Howdoyoucheckonyourshipmates?
“We all should take time out of our busy schedule to check onourshipmates JustlikeinOPStraining,‘Donotsinkthe ship,’ we should understand the warning signs and effec tivelyrespondtodistressbeforeit’stoolate Thelittleposi tiveeffortyoudirecttoyourshipmategreatlyhelpstomake Navystronger.Iself-checkmyselftomakesureIdonotbring orpromotenegativityintheworkplace Someoneoncesaid, ‘Don’t adapt to the energy in the room but influence the energyintheroom.’”
LieutenantCommander Command:PWDOceana Hometown:VirginiaBeach,Virginia Howdoyoucheckonyourshipmates?
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“Iwouldtrytobealisteningearandhelpthemoutthebest way that I can. If they were going through a hard time I wouldfirstmakesurethattheyaresafeandthendirectthem totheChaplainorChainofCommand.
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“With the rise of mental health concerns, I find it is very importanttocheckonmyshipmates.Ifindthatitisalways helpful to greet everyone with a smile and at a minimum askhowtheyaredoing stoptoactivelylistenwhattheyare telling you. Having someone to just listen to how you are feelingcangoalongways DuringtheholidaysIliketohost adinneroracookoutforsailorsthatarenotabletomakeit home to be able to spend time with their family. I find this helpsprovideagoodatmosphereforthosethatneedit.”
“Itakecareofmyshipmatesbygreetingeveryonethatwalks through the door I ask if someone needs help if they look confused.Iamthego-topersonintheofficebecausepeople know I am reliable and will find the answer if I don’t know it.Ipickuplunchformyshipmatesandcivilianco-workers often and offer a hand in any situation. I am a shoulder to leanonandenjoyhelpingthosearoundme.”
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“Shipmatesaren’tjustshipmates theybecomeyourfamily awayfromhome.Sotocheckonyourshipmatemeansmore than just saying “Hi!” It means asking them how they are doing. Whether it is their work life or personal life it is always good to ask them the initial question. Sometimes thatquestioncantriggertheirresponseandopenuptoyou aslongasyouareanactivelistenerandnotinterruptorturn thingsaroundtobeaboutyourselfvicethem
“Theendofthefiscalyearbringsuponmanychallengesfor NAVFACandmaintainingapositiveenthusiasmforexecu tion will forever remain a priority at each PWD Can Do!
“NavalWeaponsStationYorktownisarelativelysmallbase, so I am fortunate to work with a small crew in that regard Itmakesdevelopinginterpersonalrelationshipsthatmuch easierasweinteractonaweeklybasis Peoplegenerallydon’t startaconversationbylistingofftheirtroubles whichiswhy itissoimportanttoreachouttoseehowthey’redoing Once arapporthasbeenestablished,youcaneasilytransitioninto deeper topics I like to ask if there is anything I can do, or if there is a mutual task I ask if I can help cover that task to easetheirresponsibilities.”
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In addition to executing numerous awards in September each year leaders are there to foster resilience and prevent stressforeveryoneacrossthecommand We’reheretocreate a positive work environment that promotes psychological health,physicalreadinessandhealthystressnavigation.
Morgan Weber FEADDirector,LCDR Command:PWDJointExpeditionaryBase LittleCreek-FortStory Hometown:SanDiego,California Howdoyoucheckonyourshipmates?
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“Numbers don’t lie Suicide prevention is an all hands evolution Practicing ACT! Helps everyone to know how to respond in case of real crisis Stress does not choose rank or rate it affect us all. Without proper self-assess ment and understanding how to read stress continuum it reduces efficiency in quick respond to crisis As a leader, I spend more time around my Sailors and civilians than in my office This not only makes it easier for my Sailors and civilianstoreachme,butalsocreateastrongworkingrela tionship I strongly believe creating relationships around thecommandshelpsustoknoweachpersonwellandable torecognizeconcernearlybeforetheynegativelyimpacts work performance and ethics.”
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“We have been grappling with the Commandant’sPlanningGuidance,expeditionaryadvancedbasedoperations(EABO), andtheconceptforstand-inforcesforsome time, hesaid. Stand-in-forces were curated among subordinate commands to prepare for immediate action to various threats This hyper vigilance of preparation comes with concepts such as EABO, which establishes anoperatingbasewithinasmalltimeframe, and oftentimes within an enemy’s weapon engagement zone U.S.MarineCorpsSgt.MatthewStevens a tactical imagery analyst with 2nd Intelligence Battalion, II Marine Expeditionary ForceInformationGroup,andapriorinfantryman,explainedfromhisperspectivethe
ExercisessuchasHSXprovidetheunits with the realistic training necessary to remain a combat-ready force that is capa ble to deploy at a moment’s notice The units that participated all benefited from the freedom that existed in the planning architecture which enabled them to complete their training objectives, learn from mistakes, and hone in on potential solutionsforproblemsetsofthefuturefight forces thoroughly test and document tactics,techniques and procedures forobservation in the information environment in support ofexpeditionaryadvanced base operations and stand-in forces (U.S. MARINECORPSPHOTOBYLANCECPL ETHANROBERTJONES)
GULFOFOMAN (Aug 30 2022) Personnel from U.S.Coast Guard fast response cutterUSCGC Glen Harris (WPC 1144) interdict a fishingvessel smuggling illegal narcotics in the GulfofOman, Aug.30 (U.S.COASTGUARDPHOTO) Ships’ SurfaceWarfare Center Philadelphia Division is testing laser-based sensors on robot dogs
Hide and Seek Exercise: Training for the modern battlefield U.S.Marineswith 2d Battalion,10th Marine Regiment 2d Marine Division,prepare to fire an M777 Howitzerduring Exercise Hide and Seekon Camp Lejeune,North Carolina,July27, 2022 Hide and Seekis a true force-on-force exercise inwhich participating
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By2ndLt RebekahHarasickII Marine Expeditionary Force MARINE CORPS BASE CAMP LEJEUNE, N.C. Divesting, integration and reorganization of our forces is a result of the efforts to address present and future adversaries from obscure environments to uncertaindomains.Whatdoesthismassive change look like and what are some of the ways training is being executed to coincide withthis? HideandSeekExercise(HSX)isonesuch trainingthatencompassesthemulti-domain planes of kinetic and non-kinetic effects, where friendly forces and adversaries are pitted against one another, equipped with materialfortheanticipated,modern-world battle The exercise was comprised of a blue team and a red team; the blue team acting asthefriendlyelementandthereadteamas leadadversary.
“This unique exercise offers one of the most realistic ways for units to train,” said U.S. Marine Corps Maj. Aric Ramsey, the regimental communications officer with 10th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Divi sion. “We created a free play, force on force scenario involving a blue force operating fires logistics command and control and a red force leveraging just about every infor mationrelatedcapabilityavailabletocollect, fuse, and attempt to target the blue forces usingtheirsignature.”
Ramsey said both sides employed equip ment necessary to meet the needs of pres entandfuturewarfare,facingfrictionacross all domains and in uncertain training environments. The conduct of the exercise was shapedbyForceDesign2030concepts.
GULFOFOMAN (Aug 30 2022) Bags ofillegal narcotics sit on the deckofa fishingvessel interdicted byU.S.Coast Guard fast response cutterUSCGC Glen Harris (WPC 1144) in the GulfofOman, Aug.30 (U.S.COASTGUARDPHOTO)
U.S. ship seizes illegal narcotics in Gulf of Oman
strength of incorporating the idea of Force Design 2030 “Exercises like this provides the oppor tunity to operate in this capacity, where you really see how the movements are conducted; there’s fidelity among the operations and fusion that exists between [differentintelligencedisciplines],”hesaid. It became apparent to II MEF that an exercise on the East Coast would be beneficial,particularlyonethatwouldcombine everyinformationrelatedcapability,imitat inganear-peeradversarythatwouldtarget U.S. forces through their signatures This exercisewouldsatisfytheneedtoimprove numerous tactics in order to serve as a SIF It did not take long before HSX had the attention of many units from within MEF, suchas2ndMarineLogisticsGroupandII MEF Information Group Ramsey went on to discuss the bigger picture with keeping training front and center “The end state is for Marines to under stand every aspect in which they conduct their mission, particularly for a SIF,” he said “Theywillseehowattentiontodetails contribute to camouflaging their position, planning their routes, receiving sustain ment,andmanagingtheircommunications tosuccessfullyoperatingwithintheweap ons engagement zone.” Ramsey explained that mistakes made during the exercise allowed Marines to identify solutions “The mistakes that are made and the lessons identified through them will save livesandcontributetomissionaccomplish ment should these forces ever be called to operate against near peer adversaries with an advanced intelligence and fires complex.” AccordingtoRamsey theHSXisinvalu ableforitsabilitytoplaceMarinesandSail orsinatrainingenvironmentwherethere’s morefreedomforthoseparticipating.With any exercise comes the responsibility of honinginonwhatneedsimprovementand what should be sustained.
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ByNavcentPublicAffairs U.S. Naval Forces Central Command / U.S. 5th Fleet A U.S. Coast Guard fast response cutter interdictedafishingvesselsmugglingillegal drugs worth an estimated U.S. street value of $20 million while patrolling the Gulf of Oman,Aug.30 USCGC Glen Harris (WPC 1144) seized 2,980 kilograms of hashish and 320 kilo gramsofamphetaminetabletsduringoper ations in support of Combined Task Force (CTF)150 Led by the Royal Saudi Navy, CTF 150 is one of four task forces under Combined Maritime Forces, the largest multinational naval partnership in the world. CTF 150 conducts maritime security operations in the Gulf of Oman and North Arabian Sea to helpensurethefreeflowofcommerce Glen Harris previously interdicted another fishing vessel May 31 while patrolling the Gulf of Oman The interdic tionledtoCTF150seizing$11millionworth of heroin. This followed an earlier seizure of heroin, methamphetamine and amphet amine pills worth $17 million in the same bodyofwater,May15
“The results of Glen Harris’s success is a testament to the crew’s professionalism and determination,” said Lt Cmdr Regi naldReynolds,commandingofficerofGlen Harris “I’m proud of our team’s commitmenttocounteringillicitactivityonthehigh seas and promoting security and stability acrosstheregion. The fast response cutter arrived in the Middle East in January and operates from the U.S. Navy base in Bahrain where Combined Maritime Forces is head quartered with U.S. Naval Forces Central CommandandU.S.5thFleet. Combined Maritime Forces includes 34 member-nations that operate across the Middle East to promote rules-based inter nationalorderatsea.
NISE was established by the Secretary of Defense, in consultation with the Secre taries of the Military to provide a mechanismforfundingresearchanddevelopment withinthelaboratoriesoftheDepartmentof Defense The goal of the program is to grow the internal technical capabilities of the workforce through research projects, tech nicaltraining,andotherworkforcedevelop ment innovations The NISE program also fosters creativity and stimulates explorationofcuttingedgescienceandtechnology; servesasaprovinggroundfornewconcepts in research and development; and supports high-value, potentially high-risk research and development. The cross-warfare center collaboration, called megaproject, involves NSWCPD, NSWC Port Hueneme and Carderock Divisions andNavalInformationWarfareCenter Pacific Together, the warfare centers are work ingtodevelop3Dmodelsofentireshipsfrom LiDARscans.The3Dmodelswillbeusedfor battledamageassessment,repair,installation, modernization, and for other fleet applications With the use of LiDAR technology to develop 3D ship models, the megaproject partners aim to minimize the need for engi neeringteamstotraveltotheships
“The former USS Boone (FFG-28) was preparing for a static detonation where they were sinking it to be used as a coral reef We saw it as a great opportunity to demon strate new technology to demonstrate 3D laser metrology for battle damage assess ment.Wewereabletobaselinescantheship in its ‘as is’ condition. We would then have anotheropportunitytore-scantheshipafter a damage situation. We could then analyze the baseline data and damage information anddoacomparativeanalysis Itprovidedthe opportunity to test different technologies to capturedatamoreefficientlyandeffectively,” Violantesaid.
Violante added, “Our vision for future naval power is one based on faster develop ment of unmanned, autonomous systems with vibrant partnerships with industry andacademia.Wearelookingatbetterways wherewecantakethistechnology,matureit, and develop repeatable algorithms that we can transition to our shipyards and regional maintenance centers We are looking at unmannedsystemsofthefuture.Theknowl edge and subject matter expertise that our teamisgainingisimmeasurable.”
Rover move over! These dogs are here to stay Thewarfarecentersaretestingboththe Boston Dynamics Spot mobile robot system andGhostRoboticsQuadrupedalUnmanned Vehicles (Q-UGVs) to explore cutting-edge technologyandenhancecapabilities.
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“Imaginebeingabletoseethecomponents ofapotentiallydangeroussituationinlive3D withouthavingtosurveytheship,”headded CollaborationswiththeADAPT.VELabgo beyond a robotics test site on a decommissioned ship as the warfare centers’ overarching goal is “One team working together to providevaluefortheNavy.” Negotiations are underway for sharing both technology and resources, such as the mothball fleet with Liberty Tech Bridge a programdesignedtobringtogetherregional government, industry and academia to expandanecosystemfocusedoninnovation, enabling local members of all three naval systems commands —Naval Air Systems Command, Naval Sea Systems Command, and Naval Information Warfare Systems Command to partner effectively with industry and academia in the Philly-area “increasing collaboration, knowledge shar ing, and innovation with leading-edge tech companiesandinnovationpartnerstoaccel erate solutions to the warfighter,” stated NSWCPD Commanding Officer Capt Dana Simon,duringtheLibertyTechBridgechar tersigningonMay3,2022.
NSWCPD employs approximately 2,800 civilian engineers, scientists, technicians, and support personnel. The NSWCPD team doestheresearchanddevelopment,testand evaluation acquisition support, and in-ser viceandlogisticsengineeringforthenon-nuclearmachinery shipmachinerysystems,and related equipment and material for Navy surface ships and submarines NSWCPD is also the lead organization providing cyber securityforallshipsystems.
ByGaryEll Naval Surface Warfare Center Philadelphia Division Sounds like a sci-fi movie right? But it’s not NavalSurfaceWarfareCenter,Philadel phia Division is testing laser-based sensors on robot dogs or drones as a way to perform battledamageassessment,repair,installation, andmodernization allremotely NSWCPD’s Advanced Data Acquisition Prototyping Technology Virtual Environ ments (ADAPT.VE) engineers and scien tists are testing new applications for light detection and ranging (LiDAR) to build 3D ship models aboard the ‘mothballed’ fleet of decommissioned ships at the Philadelphia NavyYard The ADAPT.VE team provides research, experimentation, development capabilities, andinnovativeengineeringtechniques,along with unique materials tools, and resources for various naval organizations This team of engineers and researchers has addressed pressing obsolescence challenges and has taken on projects such as reverse engineer ing and prototyping in addition to 3D laser scanningofengines,docks,andships
‘Ghost Ships’ with Laser-based Sensors James Laneyfrom Ghost Robotics demonstrates Quadrupedal UnmannedVehicles (Q-UGVs referred to as‘Robot Dogs on the decommissioned ship formerlyknown as USS Boone,at the Philadelphia NavyYard Naval SurfaceWarfare Center Philadelphia DivisionAdvanced DataAcquisition
PrototypingTechnologyVirtual Environments (ADAPT.VE) engineers and scientists are testing both Boston Dynamics and Ghost Robotics Robot Dogs to explore cutting-edge technologyand enhance capabilities.These robot dogs are four-legged droids.Designed to minimize human exposure to danger the semi-autonomous robot dog features a state-of-the art sensorpackage forboth security,surveillance,and 3D image capture from its multiple cameras.The conceptwill demonstratevalue of3D scanning forbattle damage assessment and repairand assess the abilityforthe dogs to be used in theatre to fill critical roles.
Robot Dogs and Drones 3D Mapping
givesawaytomapthescenewithamachine,” explained Patrick Violante team lead of the ADAPT.VELab. Lidar scans objects in 3D by striking laser beamsonthemandthenmeasuringtheduration of their return. This technology can be usedforcapturingbroadnetworkorcloudof datapointsandthenstitchingtogetherscans from different perspectives to create precise 3Drepresentationoftheobject. “Ultimately, our aim is to continuously provide our fleet and our people with the tools, resources, and information to more effectively and efficiently carry out their missions,” Violante said. “As we mature the technology, the concept will demonstrate the value of 3D scanning for battle damage assessment and repair, and assess the ability for operational unmanned aerial systems (UAS)intheatretofillcriticalroles.”
“By sharing and advancing the technology with our Tech Bridge partners, we advance our capabilities and technologies to remain prominentleadersofthefreeworld.”
“NSWCPD continues to be a key player in this effort to retain the American advantage Our successes are predicated by and built uponafoundationoftheexpansiverelationshipswesustain,”Violantesaid.
Philadelphia’sMothballFleet AsU.S.Navyshipsgettoooldortooexpen sive to operate they are decommissioned from active service, however, they may still beusefulforengineeringresearchanddevelopment. Many of these are kept around the country in reserve fleets called Ghost Ships or Mothball Fleets When a ship is kept in reserve or “mothballed” the basic ideas are tokeeptheshipafloatandinasufficientstate so that the ship can be reactivated quickly in anemergency Oneofthelargestreserveormothballfleets isinPhiladelphia.Itholdsseveraldozeninac tive warships including Ticonderoga class cruisers, Oliver Hazard Perry class frigates, Forrest Sherman class destroyers, gunboats, and numerous supply ships Most of these ships are stricken and are to be disposed Having access to these ships for engineeringdevelopmentpresentsanunprecedented opportunity NSWCPD Engineer Mike Lavery who leadstheLibertyTechBridgeprojectstated, “We have a Fiscal Year (FY)-23 program to provide venues to industry and academia to evaluate technologies for Navy problem sets on the mothball fleet at the Navy Yard The wide range of ships at the Navy Yard would allowtheseengineerstonavigatetheseships foralgorithmexperimentationonallkindsof projects,notjustaroboticsstudy. Violante stated that the goal of the initial tests on Boone were to determine the adapt abilityoftherobotdogsonastationaryship.
“We are doing a lot of technology integration of imagery sensor packages to put the robot in a situation where we don’t really want to put a human in. These systems are designed to minimize human exposure to danger,”Violantesaid.
It will allow additional remote support including virtual ship checks, reducing responsetimestocasualtiesandmaintenance issuesfacedbythefleetatsea.
A static training event was held on board the decommissioned USS Boone at the Philadelphia Navy Yard this past spring The ADAPT.VEteamwastestingnewtechnology incorporating3Ddatasetsusingaerialimag ery captured by drones, 3D laser scanning technology, and a robot dog named “Spot” developed by Boston Dynamics The event was conducted as part of a LiDAR-focused megaprojectfundedbytheNavalInnovative ScienceandEngineering(NISE)program.
“Canarobotnavigateaship,goupladders orhandlethelogisticslikemovingmaterials? Thebiggestproblemissimulatingconditions onavesselatsea.Wehavethestationaryships in the basin; our tech partners at NAWCAD Lakehurst have a deck motion ship simulatorthatsimulatesvariousseastates,”hesaid.
“ApartnershipwithSpartanRacesprovides theMarineCorpswiththeopportunitytogrow interestedamongourinfluencerandprospect audiences while increasing engagement with Marine recruiters,” said U.S. Marine Capt. Aaron Webster MCRC national partnerships engagementofficerfromSeattle Washington The Spartan Race is a race with a series of obstaclestotestaperson’sendurance,grit,will, strength and attitude characteristics and values Marines embody The Marine Corps is executing a number of national and local eventswithSpartanthisyearwiththespecific purposeofprovidingassistancetotherecruit ingeffort. “The Spartan Race is really a lifestyle and more than an obstacle course,” said Ian Lawson,VPofGlobalPartnershipsforSpartan Race,andnativeofNyack,NewYork.“Getting people out of their comfort zone means they mightbeuncomfortablealittlebitbutthrough theprocess,yougrow.”
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ByLanceCpl GustavoRomero Marine Corps Recruiting Command Marine Corps Recruiting Command executed an activation during the West Virginia Spartan Trifecta Weekend Event at Glen Jean, West Virginia, Aug. 27-28, 2022. MCRC has partnered with Spartan Race and its community of athletes due to the shared valuesofbothorganizations This is the first year the Marine Corps and Spartan Race have partnered. The first event was in the spring of this year presenting MarinesandSpartanathleteswiththeoppor tunitytosharetheirmanycommoncharacter isticsandattributes
Throughout the event, Marines engaged with Spartan participants by executing festi val challenges, conducting awards presenta tions and outreach efforts The culminating point of the weekend for some participants was the opportunity to race the course with theMarines. The Marines and contestants joined together for the 5k Sprint Race. Racers were allowedtosignupforaMarine-dedicatedheat so they could conquer the course alongside Marines The challenging course consisted of 20 different obstacles designed to challenge athletes while running, carrying sandbags, climbing obstacles, crawling under barbed wire,andmore. “Each of you are a part of an elite group of people because it has taken a lot of disci pline to get here. Discipline is the bedrock of the United States Marine Corps and through that, we pride ourselves on being the most readywhenthenationisleastready,”saidU.S. MarineGunnerySgt.Bowen,Carlsbad, New Mexico native and martial arts instructor with the Martial Arts & Fitness ReadinessCenterofExcellence inhisprerace comments to the crowd “Just like all of you today,asyouhadthedisciplinetoprepareand race this course.”
AlltheMarinesranthecoursewithnearly 150 participants, connecting with many of them along the way. The conditions were tough, but the Marines, covered in mud and sweat, crossed the line with the same spirit and determination that aligned these two organizations “The contestants and Marines have what I like to call “warrior culture,” said U.S. Marine StaffSgt.TyonLamontDowning,Jr,anativeof Snellville,Georgiaandforcefitnessinstructor at MAFCE. “That is something that has been ingrainedintothemthroughtrialandtribulation whether it is by themselves or with their teammatesbuildingcomraderyandbeingable thekeepthosedeepconnections.” The Marines will be running with Spartan RaceagaininNashville TennesseeinOctober duringtheNashvilleSpartanTrifecta. Connections
Marines partner with Spartan Race for 2022 West Virginia Spartan Trifecta Weekend Event U.S.Marine Corps StaffSgt.Joseph Stich,Force Fitness InstructorTrainerwith the MartialArts and Fitness CenterofExcellence in Quantico,Virginia moves across from the“Multi-Rig”during the running ofthe Sprint 5Kat the 2022WestVirginia SpartanTrifectaWeekend Event in Glen Jean,WestVirginia,Aug.28 2022 Marine Corps Recruiting Command has partneredwith the Spartan Race and theircommunityofAthletes during 2022 through National and local level event activations.(PHOTOBYGREGORYGILLIAM MARINECORPSRECRUITINGCOMMAND) U.S.MarineCorpsStaffSgt.TyonDowning forcefitnessinstructorwithForceFitnessReadiness CenterofExcellence,MarineCorpsBaseQuantico,lowcrawlsunderbarbwireduringtattheSprint5K atthe2022WestVirginiaSpartanTrifectaWeekendEventinGlenJean,WestVirginia,Aug.28 2022 MarineCorpsRecruitingCommandhaspartneredwiththeSpartanRaceandtheircommunityof Athletesduring2022throughNationalandlocalleveleventactivations.Thepartnershipcelebrates athletes’discipline,fightingspirit andwilltoovercomeobstaclesandcompletethemissionare valuessharedwiththeCorps.(U.S.MARINECORPSPHOTOBYLANCECPL GUSTAVOROMERO) www flagshipnews.com | The Flagship | Section 2 | Thursday, September 8, 2022 3 THOSEWHOSERVECOULD SAVEMORE WITHASPECIAL MILITARYDISCOUNT 109 Volvo Parkway Chesapeake 757-549-1772 Some discounts, coverages, payment plans and features are not available in all states, in all GEICO companies, or in all situations. GEICO is aregistered service mark of Government Employees Insurance Company,Washington, DC 20076a BerkshireHathaway Inc. subsidiary. ©2020 GEICO.20_549328606 Director of Military Center
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Norman says he hopes people use the 9/11 Stair Climb Challenge to think about what first responders experienced in those moments. The event is sponsored by NSA Naples Fire and Emergency services and Morale, Welfare,andRecreation(MWR).
“I work as a Motor Transport Mechanic for the 31st MEU,” said Fussner “I also hold the billets of platoon sergeant, training noncommissioned officer, command element martial arts instructor, and in regardstomaintenance,Iamqualitycontrol, calibrations, layettes and tool room super visor.“ Ontopofherbilletsandresponsibilitiesas aMotor-TMechanic,Fussneralsoorganizes and instructs Marines in MCMAP courses underway. “I chose to be a Martial Arts Instructor because I’ve had great experiences with the [Marine Corps Martial Arts Program] and it made me want to not only better my own capabilities but be able to teach others and inspire others the same way MCMAP inspiredme.” “My true passion is going above and beyond for those around me,” said Fuss ner, “as well as showing other Marines that anything is possible if you put your mind to it.” According to Fussner, she has trained 500MarinesinMCMAP wasameritorious sergeant,andhadtheopportunitytodirectly mentorandguideMarinesunderhersuper vision. “Platoon Sergeant is an all day job along with being a training NCO,” said Fussner, “I am responsible for the growth, well-being anddisciplineofmyMarinesalongwith theirwelfare.” Fussner’s favorite aspect of the Marine Corpsasawholeisthevastamountofpeople she can reach while having the ability to changetheirlivesforthebetter “Through my work I am able to help othersandsettheexample,”saidFussner,“I enjoychallengingmyselfandpushinglimits that I never thought were possible before, andthatinitselfiscontagioustoothers.” Fussnercontinuestoseeherfuturewithin the Marine Corps. Her next personal chal lenges are to become a Drill Instructor and MartialArtsInstructorTrainor
Now,heplanseventstohelpothershonor theirsacrificeandmemory
“From the most seasoned to the most junior MSC officers today is a terrific opportunity to learn from one another,” added Case While more than half of the symposium was allocated to cultivating MSC talent, it wasalsoanopportunityforbroaderprofessionaldevelopment.
He recalled the story about Stephen G. Siller, FDNY firefighter who ran 3 kilometers to the World Trade Center to serve his communityandhisnation He described New York City Battalion Chief Orio Palmer, one of the first reported firstresponderstoreachthe78thfloorofthe SouthToweraftertheattacks.
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FromNavalMedicalCenterSanDiego AttendeesattheannualSouthernCalifor nia Medical Service Corps (MSC) Sympo sium were treated to a resounding tone of inspiration from leaders and motivated to getpreparedforadynamicandexcitingtime thatliesaheadforthecommunity,Aug.26 InhiscapacityastheBureauofMedicine and Surgery’s (BUMED) Medical Service Corps (MSC) Director, and as the first speaker, Rear Adm. Matthew Case laid the foundationforwhatwouldbeapackedone dayengagementfilledwithpracticalityand optimism.
“We only get to do this once a year and we wanted to ensure that this gathering was something worthwhile for all of our MSC participants who some came from as far as Washington state to our virtual attendees in places like Okinawa, Guam and Italy,” said Lt Cmdr Angela Sado sky, Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD) Physical and Occupational Therapy interim department head. Sadosky,whoisalsotheSouthernCalifor nia Medical Service Cops Officers’ Associ ation president, and her fellow association executive board members were hailed for constructing a symposium that connected a diverse range of dots relevant in today’s operationalenvironment.
Norman explained how he initially took the annual remembrance period for 9/11 to watch documentaries, where he would be overwhelmed with emotions After a few years he decided to change the way he honored the 343 firefighters who lost their livesinserviceduringtheattacks “One year, I decided to go to the gym and I did 110 stories on the stair climbers. After that, I would do 220 stories because there were two towers, each 110 stories,” said Norman Normansaid,heclimbedthestoriesthink ing, if the firefighters did what they did to save people he could endure the hardship ofthese110⁄220storiesofsteps.
MWR Fitness Director Austin Holmes encouragespeopletoparticipateasawayto promotefitnessforagreatcause “Patrons can partake in this challenge whilehonoringthefirefightersthatlosttheir liveson9/11,”saidHolmes Participants will receive race bibs and patchesastheypartakeinthechallenge AllMWReligiblepatronsareencouraged totakeonthechallenge. Formoreinformationandtosignup,visit eitherfitnesscentersorcall081-811-6803
MSC officers continue to invest in capa bilities that are uniquely inherent to the Navy and Marine Corps team by serving in a variety of settings; such as expeditionary medical operations in support of our warfighterstohumanitarianassistanceand disaster response missions, reaching as far as Africa to Southeast Asia and beyond.
Inspiration, Collaboration hallmarks of 2022 MSC Symposium
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NMRTCSanDiego’smissionistoprepare service members to deploy in support of operational forces, deliver high quality healthcare services and shape the future of military medicine through education, training and research.
“It is great that we are able to once again have opportunities like this in person,” said Case Thesymposiumwasconverselyanopportunity for MSC leaders to learn from those who are doing the amazing MSC work throughouttheNavyMedicineenterprise
ByAaliyahEssex U.S. Naval Support Activity Naples NAPLES, Italy Sept. 11, 2001 left a last ing memory on the hearts of people across thenation.ForNavalSupportActivity(NSA) Naples’ community member Rob Norman, this memory is one that he has committed tohonoringpositively As a former firefighter, Norman was inspired to plan the 9/11 Stair Climb Chal lengethatwilltakeplacefromSept.5 9. Volunteers can come to the Capodichino Fit Zone or the Support Site Fitness Forum from7a.m to4p.m.toclimbasmanyofthe 110 stories (one of the Twin Towers) or 220 stories(bothtowers)aspossible “This is something we can do as an effort to ensure we, ‘Never Forget’. It commemo ratestheanniversaryandthesacrifices[Fire DepartmentCityofNewYork(FDNY)firefighters] made […] I hope that it can be a lasting tradition here at NSA Naples,” said Norman For Norman, this event was sparked by both the inspiration and sadness he felt yearlyasherememberedtheattacksonthe TwinTowersandthePentagon.
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“If a situation ever arose I hope to be as braveasthem,”saidNorman “Astheywent into the building a majority had to think theymaynotbecomingout.”
“This year’s MSC symposium has imparted something deeply meaningful in all of our MSC officers, said Cmdr. Joshua Miller, Medical Service Corps (MSC) healthcare administrator and Navy Medicine Readiness Training Command (NMRTC) San Diego’s director for administration. “There is no letting back in Navy Medicine in terms of support to the warf ighter. On the contrary our MSC community is committed to the Navy’s surgeon general’s priorities of People, Platforms, Performance and Power.”
NMRTC San Diego employs more than 6,000 active duty military personnel, civilians and contractors in Southern California to provide patients with world-class care anytime, anywhere.
“Fundamentally, today was an invest ment in our people and I am grateful to everyone who helped organize this amaz ing event. added Miller “After this event focusedonpersonalandprofessionaldevelopment, I’m confident that all will have a better understanding and appreciation of how our Corps is meeting the surgeon general’s mission of Projecting Medical PowerforMaritimeSuperiority...Anytime Anywhere!”
ByLanceCpl KiraDucato 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit U.S. Marines around the Corps are noto riousfortheirleadershipandcontributions totheirfieldsofoccupation.ForSgt.Emma C. Fussner, the Corps has provided her the challenge to stand out amongst her peers andleadinnewenvironments Fussner a native to Cleveland, Ohio enlisted in the Marine Corps September of 2017 and was stationed at 9th Engineer Support Battalion and deployed with 3rd Maintenance Battalion prior to accepting orderstothe31stMarineExpeditionaryUnit in2021whereshenowresides
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Attendees at the annual Southern California Medical Service Corps (MSC) Symposium gather for a group photo Aug. 26 MSC officers were treated to a resounding tone of inspiration from leaders and motivated to get prepared for a dynamic and exciting time that lies ahead for the community. NMRTC San Diego’s mission is to prepare service members to deploy in support of operational forces, deliver high quality healthcare services and shape the future of military medicine through education, training and research. NMRTC employs more than 6,000 active duty military personnel, civilians and contractors in Southern California to provide patients with world-class care anytime, anywhere.
2. Achieve concurrence from all parties on Supply Support Unit metrics and each division 3. Identify any barriers to success such as openbillets,manpowerortraininggaps,data markerchallenges,etc 4. Assign clear actions to address gaps in stand-up, process standardization and governance Lynn Kohl NAVSUP WSS vice commander, said the overall goal of the offsite was to develop a set of standardized processes and metrics that would apply to eachSupplySupportUnit “We are focusing on the Supply Supply Unitasateam,”Kohlsaid.“Wehavetomake sure the right people and processes are in place to deliver material to the job when needed.” To that end, the group analyzed a series of standard processes involved in procur ing material, storing material, distributing material, preparing material for execu tion and managing unused material at the shipyards. The team walked through each process step-by-step asking and answering a series of questions along the way:
Which peopleareperformingeachaction?Howare decisions made? Which systems, reportsor datasupportsdecisionmaking?Whatother tools are people employing to make deci sionsandexecuteprocesses?Howareteams structuredaroundprocesses?Whatdefines success for the teams executing individual processes? NAVSUP WSS hosts Shipyard Supply Support Unit offsite Representatives from NAVSUPWeapon Systems Support,Defense LogisticsAgencyand Navy’s public shipyard teams meet at Naval SupportActivityMechanicsburg,Pennsylvania,Aug.9,at the SupplySupport Unit offsite.(PHOTOBYKARISSAMURDOCK,NAVSUPWEAPONSYSTEMSSUPPORT) www flagshipnews.com | The Flagship | Section 2 | Thursday, September 8, 2022 5 VALUED SUBSCRIBER TheeNewspaperisadigital replicaofthe printed paper •Delivered daily to your inbox •Morning andEvening editions with bonus content •Ideal forwhen you’reonthe go or traveling •Get thenewsevenifprintdeliveryisdisrupted •Access to thearchivesfor past issues It’s free and part ofyour subscription! Visit: go-activate.com NEWS Getyour news anytime, anywhere with the eNewspaper
ByMatthewJones NAVSUP Weapon Systems Support Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP) Weapon Systems Support DefenseLogisticsAgencyandNavy’spublic shipyardteamsdescendedonNavalSupport ActivityMechanicsburg,Pennsylvania,Aug. 9-10,tohammeroutthedetailsestablishing awayaheadfortheSupplySupportUnitsat theNavy’sfourpublicshipyards. ThegoaloftheSupplySupportUnitoffsite wastostandardizethepeople,processesand practicesinvolvedwithmaterialacquisition at Navy’s four public shipyards: Norfolk NavalShipyard,Virginia;PortsmouthNaval Shipyard, Maine; Puget Sound Naval Ship yard, Washington; and Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard,Hawaii TheSupplySupportUnit, alsocalledtheCode500,istheorganization ofteamsinvolvedineachstepoftheprocess ensuring material is available to support shipyardoperations Kurt Wendelken, executive director NAVSUP, opened the event by pointing out thenavalactivitiesinthePacificregionthat impact our country’s geopolitical strategy “Improving operations at the shipyards is a toolthePentagoncanusethatcanbearfruit in less than five years We can no longer be satisfiedwiththestatusquo,andperforming thesameaswehaveinthepastwillbeinsuf ficientmovingforward. As Wendelken introduced the objec tives for the offsite, he said the participants would need to be transparent and embrace Navy’s ‘Get Real Get Better’ problem solv ing approach. The objectives for the offsite include: 1.EnsureaclearunderstandingofSupply SupportUnitrolesandstandardprocesses
The NavalSafetyCommand (NAVSAFECOM) Submarine SafetyDivision completedanotherGlobal Submarine SafetyOfficerCourseAug.18.The four-dayonline course providessubmarine officers andsubmarine-qualified chiefand firstclass pettyofficers the knowledgeand skills necessaryto manageafunctional safetyprogram aboardsubmarines.It is one ofthree courses required to qualifyforthe safetyprofessional Navyenlistedclassification code and gives submarinersthe chancetoconnectwithotherfleetsafetyofficers and personnel.(U.S.NAVYGRAPHICBY MASSCOMMUNICATIONSPECIALIST1STCLASSDANIELWILLOUGHBY)
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The NavalSafety Command (NAVSAFECOM) Submarine Safety Divi sioncompletedanother Global Submarine SafetyOfficerCourseAug.18 The four-day online course provides submarineofficersandsubmarine-qualified chiefandfirstclasspettyofficerstheknowl edgeand skillsnecessary to manage afunc tional safety program aboardsubmarines It is one of three coursesrequiredtoqual ify for the safety professionalNavyenlisted classification code and gives submariners thechancetoconnectwithotherfleetsafety officersandpersonnel. The knowledge and skills associated with managing afunctionalsafety program includemajorsubmarinemishapprevention and reporting, identification of keysafety personnel,safety and occupational health, riskmanagement,RiskManagementInformation-StreamlineIncidentReporting,electricalsafety,personalprotectiveequipment, fallprotection,plannedmaintenancesystem monitoring,off-dutysafety,andtrafficsafety The courseisespecially uniquebecause it is taughtby fleet assessors whoprovide current anddirect insight on issuesfound throughoutthefleet.
“Safety doesn’thappen by accident,”said Chief Electronics Technician (Navigation) Hector Pabon, an instructorfor the course. “Iftherewas one thing Iwould want them to takeawayfromthe course, it would be thatsafety is not aone-personshow; it is a culturethatrequireseveryone’sbuy-in. We shouldappreciatethoseactivelyengagedin identifying risk andprovidingrisk mitiga tiononacontinuousbasis,asitisproofthat thoseshipmatesreallydocare,”Pabonsaid. ThecourseistaughtquarterlyviaMicro soft Teams,and thefiscalyear 2023 schedulehasdatessetforNov.1-4,Feb.13-16,May 8-11 andAug.21-24.These dates aresubject tochange Petty officersfirstclassacting as assis tant to the command’s safety officershould includeastatement in the quota request indicating their currentrole.All personnel shouldhaveatleast12monthsremainingin theirjobassignmenttoattend. AclassschedulecanbefoundintheCata logofNavyTrainingCoursesathttps://app. prod.cetars.training.navy.mil/cantrac/vol2 html. FormoreNAVSAFECOM information or resources,visit the commandwebsite at navalsafetycommand.navy.mil. Submarine Safety Officer Course strengthens submarine force
MEDITERRANEAN SEA (Aug. 29, 2022) The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group is on a scheduled deployment in the U.S. Naval Forces Europe area of operations, employed byU.S.SixthFleettodefendU.S.,alliedandpartnerinterests A culinary competition aboard the USS Harry S. Truman boosts morale during deployment Command MasterChiefKeithWilkerson,command masterchief,the Nimitz-class aircraft carrierUSS HarryS.Truman (CVN 75),grabs spices during a culinarycompetition aboardTruman. U.S.NAVYPHOTOSBYMASSCOMMUNICATIONSPECIALISTSEAMANCHARLESBLAINE Sailors stage dishes fora culinarycompetition aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrierUSS HarryS.Truman (CVN 75). Command MasterChiefKeithWilkerson, command masterchief,Nimitz-class aircraft carrierUSS HarryS.Truman (CVN 75),prepares shrimp during a culinary competition aboardTruman. Capt.Shane Marchesi,left executive officer,Nimitz-class aircraft carrierUSS HarryS.Truman (CVN 75),Capt.Gavin Duff Truman’s commanding officer,and RearAdm.Paul SpederoJr commander CarrierStrike Group 8,rate disheswith judge dishes during a culinarycompetition aboardTruman. CulinarySpecialist Seaman LamiaJackson,from FortWorth,Texas,prepares shrimp during a culinarycompetition aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrierUSS HarryS.Truman (CVN 75). www flagshipnews.com | The Flagship | Section 2 | Thursday, September 8, 2022 7
Seaman Jaden Cisneros GREATLAKES,Il.(Aug 22 2022)NAVALSTATION Great Lakes’Bluejacket ofthe Quarter,3rd Quarter FiscalYear2022 SeamanJaden Cisneros. (U.S.NAVYPHOTOBYMASSCOMMUNICATION SPECIALIST2NDCLASSBRIGITTEJOHNSTON) 8 The Flagship | www flagshipnews.com | Section 2 | Thursday, September 8, 2022 ©2022UniversityofMarylandGlobalCampus ClassesStartSeptember21. UMGCis tifiedtoop atebytheStateCouncilofHigherEducationforVirginia(SCHEV). UniversityofMarylandGlobalCampus,9625BelvoirRoad,BardenEducationCenter,Building1017,Room128,FortBelvoir,VA22060 Succeedagain with 35+ undergraduate and graduate business programsincluding management, accounting, HR,marketing and more. •100% online and hybrid courses •No-cost digitalmaterials replacing most textbooks•Lifetimecareer services, resources and tools •Personalizedsupportfrommilitaryandveteranadvisors UMGC.EDU 301 985 7530
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GREAT LAKES Ill. (August 29 2022) Naval Station Great Lakes announced their Sailors of the QuarterforthethirdquarterofFY-2022. Seaman Jaden Cisneros, from Madera, Califor nia, was named Bluejacket of the Quarter for Great Lakes CisnerosworksforGreatLakes’1stLieutenant Department HehasbeenintheNavyforayearanda halfandonboardGreatLakesforayear “I am honored by being recognized for Bluejacket oftheQuarter,”saidCisneros. Cisneros works with 1st Lieutenant Department daily base management such as refuse maintenance, landscaping,andothertaskstosupportover50tenant commands across several branches Additionally, he workswithasanassistantfuneralhonorsteamcoordinator,firewarden,andispartofthefuneralhonors rifle team. Cisneros also serves on the command’s morale committee as the athletic coordinator, orga nizing sports teams to play in the base intramural leagues “My favorite part of the navy is that I have got to meet plenty of wonderful people that I would have never met if I had never joined the amazing Navy,” saidCisneros FormorenewsfromNavalStationGreatLakes,visit www.dvidshub.net/unit/NSGLPAorwww.facebook. com/NavalStationGreatLakes.
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Master-at-Arms 1st Class Austin Klinkhammer, from Kenosha, Wisconsin, was named Sailor of the Quarter for GreatLakes KlinkhammerisGreatLakes’militaryworking dog division leading petty officer for Great Lakes’ security department. He has been in the Navy for eight years and aboardGreatLakesfortwoyears
Naval Station Great Lakes’JuniorSailorofthe Quarter,3rd QuarterFiscal Year2022 Operations Specialist 2nd Class Cheyenne McAllister.(U.S.NAVYPHOTOBYMASSCOMMUNICATION
“Iamdeeplyhonoredbythesupportfrommyleadership and team while competing for Sailor of the Quarter,” said Klinkhammer “Their encouragement and loyalty is what drives me, and it motivates me to both give it in return and payitforward.
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ByPettyOfficer2ndClassBrigitteJohnston NavalStationGreatLakesPublicAffairs GREAT LAKES, Ill (August 29, 2022) Naval Station Great Lakes announced their Sailors of the QuarterforthethirdquarterofFY-2022. Operations Specialist 2nd Class Cheyenne McAl lister, from Shawnee, Oklahoma, was named Junior Sailor of the Quarter for Great Lakes McAllister worksforGreatLakes’1stLieutenantDepartmentas the building manager for Ross Theater and is one of the command’s assistant urinalysis program coordinators. She has been in the Navy for eight years and aboardGreatLakesforthreeyears “ForbeingselectedforJuniorSailoroftheQuarter, I feel elated, said McAllister “I come in everyday to either work with my guys or help other commands withRossTheater SonomatterthetaskingIfeellike IamjustdoingmyjobandIdon’texpecttoberecognized for it so it feels amazing to be recognized for mywork.” McAllisterleadsSailorsinherdepartmentthrough daily base management such as refuse maintenance, landscaping,andothertaskstosupportover50tenant commands across several branches As building manager, she monitors the maintenance, operations, andschedulingforthebase’shistorictheater Shealso assistsinfacilitatingtheregularscreeningofmilitary personnelfortheDoD-wideurinalysisprogram. “Myfavoritepartofmyjobisworkingwithmyguys onprojects,likelandscapingorremovingbricks,”said McAllister “I really enjoy the camaraderie we build togetherwhenwe’reoutworkingtogether [MyfavoritepartoftheNavy]isbeingabletomeetpeoplefrom different places and learn about new things as we go onthroughtheNavy.” FormorenewsfromNavalStationGreatLakes,visit www.dvidshub.net/unit/NSGLPAorwww.facebook com/NavalStationGreatLakes
GREAT LAKES Ill. (August 29 2022) Naval Station Great Lakes announced their Sailors of the Quarter for the thirdquarterofFY-2022.
Astheleadingpettyofficerforthedivision,Klinkhammer trains and works alongside explosive detector, drug detectorandpatroldogsintheperformanceofantiterrorismand lawenforcementoperations
Heleadsfellowhandlersinthe training of their assigned dogs and the execution of regu lar duties to maintain readiness The military working dog teams work with both internal and external entities, often assistinglocallawenforcement.
“The highlight of my job and Naval career thus far has been the opportunities I’ve had to impact my peers and junior Sailors, and contribute to the betterment of individualsandthelargerteam,”saidKlinkhammer “Igrewupidolizingourmenandwomeninuniformandamaserviceman to my core. The Sailors I serve alongside are quite literally myheroes,andtheopportunitytoworkwiththembringsme a profound sense of pride I expect I will not find anywhere elseinlife.” “I would like to thank my fellow handlers, Masters-at Arms and DON Officers for what they do every day, said Klinkhammer. “The effort and hours put into accomplish ingoursharedmissionisoftenathanklessjob,andwemust acknowledge that when any one of us is recognized, it is a resultoftheentireteam’ssuccess.”
Sailor of the Quarter: Master-at-Arms 1st Class Austin Klinkhammer
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GREATLAKES,Il.(August 23,2022) Naval Station Great Lakes’Bluejacket ofthe Quarter,3rd Quarter FiscalYear2022 Master-at-Arms 1st ClassAustin Klinkhammer (U.S.NAVYPHOTOBYJOHNSHEPPARD)
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PressRelease SANDSTON, Va Troopster Military Care Packs, a nonprofit military organiza tion, launches a five-week virtual auction of items estimated at more than $1 million in support of U.S. Troops The Auction is hostedwithBoundlessAuctionServices an auctionservicefoundedbytwoformerfirst responders More than 1,500 items 670+ auction lots, are available for bid and range from a variety of top-tier industrial equipment,kitchenware,electronics,medicaland office supplies, and more. Proceeds of the auctionwillgotomilitarycharity,Troopster insupportofU.S.servicemembers
Norfolk Botanical Garden represents an oasis of more than 65 themed gardens encompassing 175 beautiful acres From stunning plant collections to WOW WorldofWonders:AChildren’sAdventure Garden, this diverse natural beauty can be explored by tram, boat, or walking tours The Garden is accredited by the Ameri can Alliance of Museums, recognized as a Virginia Historic Landmark, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and designated a Virginia Green attraction. It is managed by Norfolk Botanical Garden, Inc. and supported by the City of Norfolk. The mission of Norfolk Botanical Garden is to immerse visitors in a world of beauty, lead through environmental action, and inspire through education and connection to nature. Admission is $15 for adults, $13 for seniors and military $13 for ages 3-17 2 and under are free For more information, visit www.norfolkbotanicalgarden.org.
The Garden of Tomorrow Groundbreaking Ceremony was held on Wednesday, September 1, 2021. Norfolk Botanical Gardenwillsoonundergoahistoricaltrans formationthatwillcreatemoreopportuni tiesandmoreaccessibilitywhilebecoming greener and even more beautiful. Over the pastfiveyears,theGarden’sattendancehas increasedimmenselywithrecordmembershipatmorethan16,000currentmembers In early 2022, construction will begin creating The Garden of Tomorrow that includes the Brock Parking Garden, Brock EntryPavilion,PerryConservatoryandthe Hall Water Education & Rowing Center
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Troopster is a veteran founded and oper atedorganizationthatsupportsU.S.military members with personalized care pack ages. The company was founded in 2016 by U.S. Navy Veteran, Chelsea Mandello and has supported more than 40,000 service membersandtheirfamilies “Weareveryexcitedforthisauctionasthe variety,qualityandconditionofitemsbeing auctionedisgreaterthanweevercouldhave imagined and reaches across many indus tries,”saidChelseaMandello,CEOofTroop ster “Wehaveanentirecommercialkitchen industrial equipment, a segway, and that’s not even coming close to the best part as thisentireauctionwillhelpTroopsterinits mission to support military members and theirfamilies.” The online auction is organized in partnership with Boundless Auction Services, an auction company founded by two first respondersin2021.Auctionitemsareavailable for bid and viewing on the Boundless AuctionwebsiteandProxiBid “TheauctionconnectsBoundlessAuction ServicesandTroopsterinacommonmission to serve, support, and care for service members, their families, and the military community,” said Brandon Jones, Auction eer and Managing partner at Boundless AuctionServices “Theopportunitytowork with Troopster embraces and inspires our teamwiththepurposefulopportunitytodo themission-drivenworkourcompanyloves todo.” Preparation took more than six weeks as donated items were organized, inspected, cleaned and catalogued. The auction will feature a large-scale commercial kitchen and cafeteria equipment, server manage mentracks medicaldevices firefightingand protectiveequipment,laddersandscaffolding, industrial electrical equipment includingGreenleeandRigid,andmore.
ABOVE:Redering ofthe conservatoryfrom the greenroofinThe Garden ofTomorrow RIGHT: From left to right:TheresaAugustin, NBGVice President ofEducation;Ande Holbrook,NBG Guest ServicesAssistant;Joan Brock,Majordonorof the Garden ofTomorrow project; Clenise Platt, ChairofNBG Board of Directors; NorfolkVice Mayor,MartinA.Thomas Jr (PHOTOBYKIARA FOREMAN)
NBGhasselectedfourhonoreestowield the golden shovels and break ground on the site of The Garden of Tomorrow offi cially making this monumental dream a reality: Vice Mayor Martin A. Thomas major gift donor Joan Brock, NBG Board Chair Clenise Platt, and an NBG staff member who embodies the values of the Garden, selected by their co-work ers Robert Gray, Chief of the Pamunkey Indian Tribe will lead the ceremony with a blessing
This is the largest project in the Garden’s history! Soon, guests will no longer sit in long lines at the tollbooth, instead they willbeimmersedintheGardenthesecond they step out of their vehicles Spectacular fromeveryaspect,thereisnothinglikeThe Garden of Tomorrow in Coastal Virginia. Designed by Virginia Beach-based Dills Architects the environment was at the forefront of the design “While our building footprint expands significantly, so will planted green space,” saidMichaelP.Desplaines,NBGPresident &CEO “Wewillhaveamuchgreenerfoot print we’ll be even greener than before,” he said.
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BecomeapartofthefutureoftheGarden of Tomorrow a future that is greener morefocusedonplantconservationandthe visitor experience Help us Build & Plant the Garden of Tomorrow To learn more aboutthismonumentalproject,pleasevisit: www.gardenoftomorrow.org
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“Partnering with Troopster for this auction allows us to contribute our auction services and time in a meaningful way that will have personal, positive, and impact ful outcomes,” said Andy Parisi, Auction Manager “We’re hoping for a successful eventthat helpsTroopsterandourmilitary foryearstocome.” An in-person viewing day will be available September 21st by appointment only. Participants will be able to sign up via the Boundless Auction/Troopster Benefit Site link.Theauctionwillconcludeat6pmEST onSunday,October2.
Donations will be accepted during the auction,aswellaslinkstolearnmoreabout Troopsterandtheirservices. Public schedule: Aug.28 Auctionopensat6pmESTvia ProxiBid Sept.21 In-PersonViewing Aug.28 October1Troopsterand BoundlessAuctionavailableforinterviews Oct.2 Auctionclosesat6pmEST Oct.12-14 LotPickUp Byappoint mentonly Auction Link: www.boundlessauctions com/about-5 Catalog Link: wwwproxibid.com/Boundless-Auction-Services/Troopster-Bene fit-Auction/event-catalog/228219 AboutTroopster Troopster is a military care package organization operated by U.S. Veterans to supportthoseintheArmedForcescommu nity.Foundedin2016byaU.S.NavyVeteran, Troopsterprovidespersonalizedcarepack agestotroopsdeployedworld-wideandhas supported more than 40,000 U.S. service membersandtheirfamilies Formoreinfor mation, please visit http://www.troopster com or follow us on Facebook (facebook com/troopstercarepackages ) and Twitter (twitter.com/troopster). Join the conversa tionat#TroopsterCarePacks AboutBoundlessAuction BoundlessAuctionServiceswasfounded in2021 bytwoFirst-Responders tosupport their local community in Central Virginia Ourfoundersbeganhelpingtheirneighbors and community members to clear out their homes,farms,andwarehousesforwhatever need they had. They found that it was diffi cult to see their neighbors struggle to find a reliableandhonestauctionhouselocatedin CentralVirginia.Withthemissionofprovid ing a great auction through dedicated and personalcustomercare,BoundlessAuctions believesthatanauctionshouldbeanopportunitywhereboththesellersandthebuyers enjoyasuccessfulandcaringexperience Boundless Auctions prides itself on integrity and people-first at the forefront of everything they do in serving their neighborsandgreatergoodofthecommunity We offer the full profile of auction options including personal property estate sales, commercial, consignment, realestate,industrial,warehouse,automotive, antiques, precious and rare items We support sellers with a wrap-around expe rience providing a personalized auction process and include auction services such as photography, advertising, cataloguing, inventoryprep clear-outs moving cleaning services and a variety of technology prod ucts to ensure ease of the auction. Boundless Auction Services provides discounts to all Police, Fire, EMS, and Military, and non-profit organizations, and is a member of the National Auctioneers Association and the Virginia Auctioneers Association. https://www.boundlessauctions.com/
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StoryandPhotosByBestFriends AnimalSociety Emergencies can happen at anytime That’s whypet owners need to be as preparedaspossible forapotential evacua tionorshelter-in-place situation thatcould lastforhours,days,weeksorevenlonger Knowing whichhazardsare mostlikely toimpact your community is agoodstart “What youwill do in reactiontoa tornado willlikelybedifferentthanwhatyouwould do for awildfire. So,plan accordingly for each scenario,” saidSharon Hawa,senior manager of emergency services at Best FriendsAnimalSociety To helpyou prepare,ask yourself these importantquestionstohelpyouplanaccordingly: Wherewouldyougo? Whatwouldyouneedtobring? Wouldyoubeabletoimmediatelyfind andsecureyourpets? Wherecouldyoubringyourpet(s)to? Doesyourpethaveup-to-dateidentifi cation(IDtag,microchip)intheeventyou everbecameseparated? To getstarted, BestFriends Animal Society offers severalsuggestions on readying yourselfandyourpetsfornaturaldisasters Reinforce training Nowwould be agreat time to get your
The Virginia Zoo has wheelchairs and scootersfor rent and ample seating opportunitiesthroughouttheexhibittrails.People of ages and abilitiesare able to enjoyall the Zoohastooffer SeniorsneedtoprovideavalidIDasproof of age.Freeadmissionappliesonlytoindividuals age 62 andover. Othervisitors will bechargedregularZooadmission.
AbouttheVirginiaZoo The Virginia Zoo,located in Norfolk, Virginia, is home to morethan 700 exceptionalanimals representing over150 fascinatingspecies.Foundedin1901andresiding on 53 beautifully landscaped acres,the VirginiaZoo has demonstrated acommitmenttosaving and protecting the world’s wildlife by inspiring apassion for nature and taking conservation action at home and aroundthe world.The Virginia Zoo is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and is recognized as agloballeader in education, recreation, science,wildlifeconservation, and animal careand welfare. Formorethan acentury, theZoo hasconnected adults,familiesand school childrenwiththe natural world and itswildlife.Tolearnmore,visitwww.virgin iazoo.org
petusedtoacarrier,crate,and/orleashand collar,iftheyaren’tsoalready Considertakingapetfirst-aidand/orapet CPR courseprovidedby local agencies to ensureyoucanattendtoyourpet’spotential medicalneedsasmuchaspossibleasveteri narycaremaynotbeeasilyaccessibleduring acrisis Supplies Petownersshould put together abag of basicsupplies should youneed to imme diately evacuate.Itshouldinclude the following: A3to5daysupplyofwetand/ordry food(andwater,ifpossible) Yourpet’stoysand/ortreats Anextrasupplyofanynecessarymedications(asveterinarycaremaynotbe readilyavailableinacrisis) Alistofyourpet’smedicalneeds,medi cinestaken,includingdosing/frequency,as wellasveterinarycontactinformation Copiesofcurrentvaccinationrecords AcollarwithacurrentIDtagormicrochipthatincludesyourcellphone Acratelabeledwithyourpet’snameand yourcontactinformation(usemasking tapeandapermanentmarker) Considerplacingyourwell-worn sweaterorsweatshirtinsidethecrateso thatyourpettravelsmorecomfortably insidesurroundedbyafamiliarscent aroundthem. Extrapoopbags Forcats,asmallbagoflitterandlitter pan Blanketandtowels Bowl,canopenerandspoon Create a firstaid kit Shouldaninjuryorailmentoccurduring an emergency situation, it’s especially important to be prepared as aveterinarian maynot be as readily accessible.Items for afirstaid kit should include: Petfirst-aidbook Emergencycontactlist(including numbersforyourveterinarian,anemergencyvetclinicandanationalpoison controlhotline.) Pet’sprescriptionmedications Cobanself-adherentwrap Kerlexgauzeroll Sterilegauzepads(invarioussizes) Abdominal(ABD)pads Acebandagewraps Antisepticpadsoralcoholwipes Antibacterialcreamorointment Instantcoldpacks Emergencyblanket Tweezers Bluntscissors Examgloves Stypticbloodclottingpowder 10ml.sterilesalinesyringes Cottonballs/cottonswabs 3%hydrogenperoxide Headlamporflashlight Collapsiblewaterbowl muzzle Slingforcarryingmediumorlargedogs Identify potential caregivers or boarding options Identify afew designated petcaregivers should youbedisplaced by adisaster and unabletoretrieveyourpets Create alistofyourpet(s) daily routine andanyspecialneeds,aswellasthelocation of theiremergency supplies. Printout hard copiesandsendadigitalcopytoeachdesig natedcaregiver Researchpet friendly lodgingand create alistofseveraloptionswithina5to50-mile radius. Another option for displaced pets is a boarding facility. (Information on your approvedboardingfacilities shouldalso be given to your designated caregiver,incase they are unable to house your pet for any reason) Take photos Takeaphotoofyourpet,aswellasaphoto of youwithyourpet to keep stored on your phone in case youare separatedfromone another Also, considerprinting out afew photos to have in case your phone isn’tavail able,loses poweroraccess to socialplat forms is not possible.This will help to ensure identification and asuccessful reunionshould youpet(s) go missing Best Friends offers afree, interactive module tohelpwithcreatingyourfamily’semergency preparedness plan.Toget started, visitbfas. org/emergencyprep September is Emergency Preparedness Month: Plan Ahead for Youand Your Pets with Tips from BestFriends Animal Society 2 The Flagship |www flagshipnews.com|Section 3| Thursday, September 8, 2022
Virginia Zoo Celebrates Seniors with Free Admission
PressRelease NORFOLK,Va—Senior Wednesdaysat the VirginiaZoo return September7,2022! Those ages 62 andolder will receivefree admissiontotheVirginiaZooeveryWednes dayinSeptember,from9:30amto4pm. “Weappreciate our seniors for being the greatestgenerationthathavebeenZoofans and supporters for generations to come,” saidGregBockheim, Executive Director of theVirginiaZoo.
The Virginia Zoo is also offering 10% off Gift Shop purchases for seniors every WednesdayinSeptember Seniorscanenjoyamembershipperkfor $10offanyZoomembershiplevelwithvalid ID all year long.Zoo membershipsinclude freeadmissionforafullyear,discountsinthe Zoo’s restaurants and GiftShop,member shipswaps,eventdiscountsandmore!
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Eating Disorders on the Rise
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Things to Seeand Do LivingHistoryCampArea:Madepossi ble by dozens of local living history groups, thecamp area will surroundthe battlefield thatthe tankswill use for their demonstrations.The camp area willfeature costumed re-enactors,equipment displaysand programsgoingonthroughouttheday.
October 1stand 2ndtoget an upclose and personal look at armored vehicles.With demonstrations daily,and aLiving History camp displayarea, Tanks and Tracks will provide youwitha rare opportunitytostep backintime!Someofthevisitingarmorand tracked vehicleswill even be offering rides (seebelowfordetails)
If you’venoticed some changes in your collegestudentbutcan’tputyourfingeron exactly what’s wrong,aneating disorder could be to blame.Pinpointingaproblem is the firststep toward effectivetreatment.
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Navigating Mental Health Disorders
Sending kids off to college can be anxiety-inducing for studentsand parents alike. Between newfound freedom, increased workloads,reduced structure, academic competition, increased social comparison and the milesawayfrom home,life as an undergrad is often largely uncharted territory EvenbeforeCOVID-19and the surge of associated mental health challenges researchersrevealedsomestartlinginsight on college students’ mental health. One study,led by researchers at the University ofOxford,foundone-thirdofcollegefresh men arecoping with anxiety and depres sionatthestartoftheschoolyear,andthose numbers increase as the year progresses As if that weren’tenough, the college years also tend to intersect with the onset of mostmentalhealth conditions. Half of allcasesbeginbytheageof14while75%of lifetimementalillnessespresentbytheage of 24,according to research published in the “Archives of General Psychiatry,”with some of the mostdangerous and prevalent mentalhealth conditions on college campusesbeing eating disorders.
Ifyou’reconcernedyourcollegestudent mighthaveaneatingdisorder,considering the answers to thesequestions,discussing themtogetherandtalkingwithadoctorcan help put your lovedone on apathtoward recovery.Or, if your student tends to be moreprivate,ask them to takea surveyto learnmoreaboutthelikelihoodofaneating disorderatalsana.com/survey Do youattempt to restrict calories or foods? Do youmakeyourself sick because you feeluncomfortably full? Do youworry youhavelostcontrolover howmuch youeat? Have yourecently lostmorethan14 pounds in athree-month period? Do youbelieve yourself to be “fat when otherssay youare too thin? Would yousay food dominates your life?
Daily Armor &WeaponDemonstrations: Starting at 1pm each day, therewill be dailyweapon and vehicle demonstrations.This will include the much-loved flamethrowerdemonstration, returning alongside the Parris Island Living History Detachment
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Recognizing acollege student’s eating disordercanbeparticularlydifficult,espe cially whenstudentsare away from home attending school. Until it has progressed significantly,someonewithaneatingdisor der maybequite effectiveathiding it from others Whiledifferenteatingdisorderspresent different symptoms,some common overarching signs that maysuggestaproblem include: Increased interestindieting Excessive monitoring of food intake or weight Frequent negative comments about body image Poor eating habits, such as skipping meals or bingeing Rigid or excessiveexercise schedules Significant changes in weight (loss or gain) Social withdrawal Changes in moodorbehavior Early Intervention Earlyinterventioncanplayacriticalrole in effectivetreatment of an eating disor der,butmanyfamiliesstrugglewithfinding atreatment program that allows acollege student to continue coursework while taking steps to improvehealth. “Adelayineatingdisordertreatmentcan negatively impact the likelihood of recovery and increase the duration of the condi tion,needlesslyprolongingsuffering,”said Heather Russo, chief clinical officer for Alsana,anationaleatingrecoverycommunity thatserves adult clients of all genders through in-personand virtual programs “Parentsofcollegestudentsmustbeaware of the risksand triggersyoungadultsface during these vulnerable years so they can helpaddressissuesandearlywarningsigns as they arise.” An optionlikeAlsana’sAdaptiveCare Model is aholistic approach to treatment that strives to create an inspiring healing experience and focuses on the patient’s totalhealththroughfivecoreareas,includ ing medical treatment, nutrition, move ment, therapyand developing astronger sense of self-purpose This customizedapproach to treatment is available to students who seek flexible scheduling options,allowing them to get help remotely or on an outpatient basis
See them, feel them, and get outoftheir way! HistoricWWII Tanks arerolling out attheMilitaryAviationMuseum!Joinuson
“CapturetheAirfield”MockBattle:At theconclusionoftheDailyWeapon&Armor demonstrations there willbea short battle demonstrationshowinghowalloftheequip ment wasdesigned and intendedtowork togetheronthebattlefield. Tank Rides: Available for purchase on site, FirstCome, First Served. Will include alimitednumberofridesintheHellcatand theSexton,withtheM29CWeaselproviding all-dayrideoptions. StaticWarbirds:Althoughitisbeingheld overour normalAir Showweekend, Tanks andTracksisnotanairshow.TheMuseum’s incredible collection of WWII aircraft will be on static displayaroundthe property for youtograbanup-closelook! OpenCockpit:TheMuseum’sJu52will be opened up foryou to take alookinside a WWIIAxistrooptransport!
Eating Disorders During the College Years
Theuniqueconvergenceofenvironmen tal triggers,academic stress and neurolog ical development during the college years makes students ahigh-risk population for the developmentofmental health conditionswith eating disordersbeing some of themostcommon.Theprevalenceofeating disordersamongcollegestudentswasstable from 2009-2018,but increasedsharply in 2021forbothwomenandmen,accordingto astudypublishedin“Nutrients.”
Trying to help young adults navigate their firstrealtaste of “independence” —especially if you’remiles apart —can be adaunting task for parents.While the COVID-19pandemic exacerbated many mentalhealth conditions,italsohelped makemental health awareness moreofa household topic. Now, thereare helpful resourcesforparentsandstudentsandless stigmaattachedtomentalhealthdiagnoses, so neither those with eating disordersnor theirlovedones have to struggle alone Additionally,mostpeople with eating disorders also struggle with other mental health conditions, such as anxiety,depression or ADHD.Managing amental health conditionisrarely easyand doing so in an unfamiliar environment —often without a proper diagnosis —can be especially diffi cult. By becoming familiar with the early behavioral, emotional and physical warn ing signs of eatingdisorders, parents may be better able to spot students’ problem aticrelationshipswithfoodandmakeearly intervention apriority beforesymptoms spiral out of control.
Enjoylivedemonstrations from origi nal WWII Tanks, alongwith living history displays,campareasandvehiclerides
“Becauseeatingdisorderstouchsomany facets of aperson’slife,treatment must addresshealing for the whole person in order for it to be effective, sustainable and nourishing,” Russosaid. Learn moreabout eating disorder treat ment options that can help your student develop ahealthier relationshipwith food at alsana.com.
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FeaturingTanks,ArtilleryandotherVehi cles from around our region, Tanks and TrackswillshowcasesomeofWorldWarII’s mostincredibleequipment, ripped straight fromthepagesofahistorybook!Joiningus from theWheelsofLiberation teamwill be the Sexton, aCanadian-designed25pound self-propelledgun,theAmericanM18Hell cat,afamedTankDestroyer,aswell as the British Cromwell CruiserTank. Courtesy oftheTippinsfamilywewillalsobehosting the ShermanTank, ‘Easy Eight’Arrogant Bastard. Also on display willbethe Muse um’sownfunctioning8.8cmFlakCannon!
The Goxhill Tower: Typically closed duringspecial events,wewill be running dailytoursdepartingfromourWWIHangar duringTanks and Tracks,sothat everyone has achancetosee and enjoyour original WWII ControlTower, relocatedbrick-bybrickfromGoxhill,inEngland. FoodTrucks:Therewillbeseveralfood trucksonsiteattheMuseumincludingfan favoriteslikefanfavoriteslikeLittlePiggy’s WurstNightmare, Blackwater BBQand others GatesopenSaturdayandSunday,9am —5pm.Ticketsareavailableatwww eventbrite.com/e/tanks-and-tracks-2022 tickets-408651847677.Allproceedsfrom thisfundraisingeventhelpfundtheMilitaryAviationMuseumanditseducational programming.Weareanon-profit501c3 museum.
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Heading to the classroom means opening doors to opportunities for educational and social growth, but to keep students at school day after day, it’s important to keep health top of mind When close proximity to other children exposes them to illnesses like common colds strong immune systems can be the difference betweenperfectattendanceandafewdays of absences To help boost your children’s immunity, consider these tips from the experts at Healthy Family Project. Eat Healthy Foods Focusing on foods that are rich in anti oxidants and vitamins can help boost immunity by protecting the body from free radicals that cause inflammation and damage cells For example, vitamin C boosts the function of immune cells and foods high in fiber help keep the digestive system healthy. Broccoli provides a good source of vita min C, but if your kids aren’t big fans of the green veggie turn to these Broccoli Tater Tots for an easy way to sneak some greens onto the family table Due to their high vitamin C content, mandarins are another perfect addition to family diets Their small size makes them easy to pack in lunches, toss in a bag or enjoy in a sweet treat like Frozen Creamsicle Yogurt Bites Get Plenty of Sleep The Sleep Foundation recommends 9-11 hoursofsleepeachnightforkidsages6-13 Proper sleep helps regulate the body’s biological rhythms, helping people stay healthy. Exercise Regularly Whether your children participate in sports or just enjoy playtime, encourage exercise to help boost the immune response, particularly during colder months when they may spend more time indoors Reduce Stress Adults aren’t the only ones who expe rience stress Talk to your children about anxiety, stress and mental health, as stress can leave them feeling run down while weakening the immune system, leading to less energy for fighting illnesses Drink Water Hydration plays a major role in keep ing immune systems functioning properly by aiding the production of white blood cells, which are important for fighting teaspoongarlicpowder Preheatovento400F. In large stockpot, cover potatoes with coldwater Coverandbringtoboiloverhigh heat. Reduce to low and simmer 3 minutes Add broccoli; don’t stir Cover and cook 4-5 minutes,oruntiltender Drain In large bowl, mix egg, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper and garlic powder until just combined. In food processor, pulse potatoes and broccoli 8-10 times until finely grated. Add tobreadcrumbmixtureandstirtocombine Use tablespoon to scoop potato mixture into 40 mounds Shape each into oval and placeonparchment-linedbakingsheet Bake10minutes;flipandbake10minutes, oruntilgoldenbrown.
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ded Parmesan cheese Spoon evenly over sliders Cover baking dish with aluminum foil sprayed with nonstick cooking spray to keep cheese from sticking Bake 20 minutes
Currowknowsexactlyhowadaptiverecon ditioningdevelopsbondsamongparticipants andstaffalike.“Thereisnoworsefeelingthan havingyourcareerstopinitstracksbeforeyou areready,”sheexplained. Herpersonalexperienceinapainmanage ment program at Madigan Army Medical Center and at the Adaptive Recondition ing Program for Joint Base Lewis McChord changedherentireperspectiveonrecovery Currow’s career began on active duty in the Navy as an air framer—aviation struc tural mechanic, then she enlisted in the Coast Guard In 2013 she suffered a spinal cord injury due to a fall during a drug inter diction exercise, and a second fall in 2017, resulting in more damage, leaving her with severaldisc-relatedissues,nervedamageand
ByRobertWhetstone Brooke Army Medical Center Public Affairs
“ShehasherstrongeventsandIhavemine, saidTorres “I’lldefinitelybemorefocusedin eacheventknowingthatifIgetbeatbyher,I willneverheartheendofit!”
On Aug. 11, two members of the organi zation entered Fort Sam Houston’s Jimmy Brought Fitness Center, in a peculiar trainer-trainingthecompetitionpredicament BAMC SRU Adaptive Reconditioning Program specialist and retired U.S. Coast GuardPettyOfficer1stClassLorraineCurrow, and retired U.S. Army Capt. Juan Torres Valenzuelareveledintheuniquenessoftheir situation. Both are members of their respec tive teams—Currow is on Team Navy, Torres is on Team Army—heading into the 2022 DepartmentofDefenseWarriorGames,held attheESPNWideWorldofSportsComplex, WaltDisneyWorldResort,Florida,Aug.19-28.
BothTorresandCurrowarevyingtobethe ‘UltimateChampion’ofthecompetition.
The new COVID-19 bivalent booster combines the original strain with the OmicronsubvariantsBA.4andBA.5andwill be distributed under FDA Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) Pfizer and Moderna applied for EUAs for their bivalent products onAug.22andAug.23 respectively.
The Brooke Army Medical Center Soldier RecoveryUnitismorethanwheresupportfor wounded, ill, and injured soldiers receiving rehabilitative care takes place In some rare instances staff members find themselves in competitionwithapatient.
The UC is the athlete who has earned the most points (based upon their individual results within their respective sport classificationcategories)inthefollowingeightindividual sport competitions: archery cycling, field, indoor rowing powerlifting, shooting swimming,andtrack.
TheFDAandCDCdecisionsareexpected
WarriorGamesshowcasestheresilienceof servicemembersandtheimportanceofadaptivereconditioningactivitiesintheirrecovery Being selected to their respective teams was anunexpectedsurprise Nowtheyfindthem selvesinafriendlyArmy-Navyrivalry According to Torres, the competition between he and Currow is going to be one filled with them pushing each other and tryingtoprovetheirworth.
Unexpected Friendly Rivals
Ian Sheer KellerArmyCommunityHospital atWest Point nursing student administers a COVID-19 boosterto MasterSgt.Jose Rivera,1179thTransportation Surface Brigade,during a COVID-19 boostershot clinic at the Fitness Center,U.S.ArmyGarrison Fort Hamilton,NewYork,Feb.24,2022
The FDA’s Dr Peter Marks, who has vaccine oversight at the agency, said he expects“thiscomingyeartobeatransitional period”forCOVID-19
Torres said this was a huge motivator and helpedhimenjoymore time withfamilyand not fall in the shadows of how his condition couldbeseenasdepressive. TheAug.11trainingdaybeganattheAlamo Heights Natatorium. Currow was not only training with Torres, but she assisted other soldiers from the BAMC SRU in attendance with swimming techniques Splitting duties between training soldiers and getting ready for the Warrior Games competition is a deli catebalancingact “I have had to really stay committed to my training,” she explained Some days she couldn’t train until 6 p.m., when she was exhausted,orshewouldstartthedayearlyat 4:30 a.m. She used weekends to incorporate archerytrainingwithlocalcoaches Familiesandcaregiversarecloselyinvolved in all aspects of the soldier’s recovery Currow’shusband,astrengthandconditioning coach who was a personal training and certified corrective exercise specialist is her biggestsupport.
These updated vaccines to be available as a single-dose booster sometime after Labor Day are termed “bivalent vaccines, mean ing they work by stimulating an immune responseagainsttwodifferentantigens
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Theavailabilityofthenewbivalentboost ers will coincide with the traditional influenzavaccinationseason.ACOVID-19booster and the flu vaccine can be given at the same time,Ransemphasized. DOD will begin shipping the 2022-2023 influenzavaccinesrightafterLaborDay,she said.DODexpectsHHStobeginshippingthe PfizerandModernabivalentboostersaround thesametime,pendingauthorization
The BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants evolved from the Omicron mutation in early 2022. Theyaremorecontagiousandcanbypassthe immunity you may have developed from a past infection or vaccination, according to federalexperts. Bivalent shots and flu
The FDA is not requiring new studies in humansforthebivalentvaccinestoreceivean EUA,butwillusedataalreadygatheredfrom the Delta and Omicron BA.1 variant studies andpublichealthvaccinationdata
The DOD remains committed to protecting ourservice members,civilian employees,and families around the globe; safeguarding ournational securitycapabilities; and supporting thewhole-ofnation response to COVID-19.
New COVID-19 boosters against subvariants coming soon
boosterwillbe “However,weexpectadeci sionsoonafteraCDCmeetingonSeptember 1or2,”Ranssaid The CDC published a chartCDC COVID19vaccinationchartthatshowstheschedule for primary series and boosters and clinical considerations for four FDA authorized or approvedvaccines includingthelatestautho rized from Novavax. That vaccine received EUA only as a two-shot primary series for those12andolder Novavax cannot be administered as a boosterdoseatthistime. All current COVID-19 vaccine booster doses are available under an EUA. The primary doses of Pfizer and Moderna’s vaccineshavefullFDAapproval,whileJohn son & Johnson/Janssen and Novavax are availableasanEUA. The Johnson & Johnson/Janssen vaccine should only be used in “very limited situa tions for primary and booster vaccinations,” CDCsaid. Authorized in December 2020, the origi nalvaccinesweredesignedtoprotectagainst serious consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic that began in March 2020. Those shots and then boosters also protect against the Delta variant that began circulating in June2021aswellastheOmicronB.1variant, whichbeganshowingupinNovember2021.
CDC has not yet decided what the mini mum interval between your most recent COVID-19vaccineshotandthenewbivalent
“He hasbeen with me since my injuryand hashelpedmewitheveryaspectofrecovery,” saidCurrow “Iamthankfultobegivenanew normalandawaytogivebackwiththeSoldier RecoveryUnit.
an adaptive reconditioning program specialist at BrookeArmyMedical Center’s SoldierRecoveryUnit assists a soldierin adaptiveweight training atJimmyBrought Gym,Fort
to occur prior to or just after the Labor Day holiday,saidAirForceCol.TonyaRans,chief oftheDefenseHealthAgencyImmunization HealthDivision Pfizer and Moderna anticipate quickly shipping their messenger RNA (mRNA) bivalent vaccines in September pending authorization. Since the bivalent vaccines will be issued underemergencyuseauthorization,getting this booster shot is not required, but highly recommended. For Military Health System beneficia ries, the Department of Defense does not currently mandate booster shots, but does requirethatservicemembersandotherbeneficiaries must have first received a primary series from one of the available vaccines beforegettingthebivalentbooster. Will I be able to find a bivalent shot? Military medical treatment facilities are pre-ordering the new vaccines, and there is not a supply issue anticipated, Rans noted. The Department of Health and Human Services has secured more than 171 million dosesbivalent doses secuired of the bivalent boostersfordistribution.
The Food and Drug Administration and theCentersforDiseaseControlandPreven tionareanticipatedtoauthorizeandrecom mendthePfizerbivalentvaccineasabooster for those age 12 and older and the Moderna versionforthose18yearsandolder However, pertheFDA,thebivalentvaccineswillnotbe abletobeadministeredasaprimaryseries
The flu is expected to show a resurgence this year after two slower seasons, and the infection season is expected to start earlier federalexpertshavepredicted.
Lorraine Currow Sam Houston,SanAntonio,Texas,Aug.11,2022 (PHOTO:ROBERTWHETSTONE, BROOKEARMYMEDIALCENTERPUBLICAFFAIRS)
ByJanetA.Aker MHS Communications PublichealthexpertssayCOVID-19cases are anticipated to spike again this fall, but newvaccineversionsexpectedtobereleased soon will target subvariants that dominate casesintheUnitedStates
The BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants account for more than three-quarters of COVID-19 infections in the country The subvariants alsoaccountforthemajorityofcasesworldwide,accordingtotheCDC.
atornlabrum. Torres was commissioned through St Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas, becoming a second lieutenant in the infan try Hemovedontobecomeaplatoonleader with1stPlatoon,DeltaCompany,1stBattal ion, 508th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division. A malignant brain tumor is what brought Torres to the BAMC SRU. “I started my cancertreatmentreceiving33roundsofradi ation and 12 rounds/months of chemother apy,” said Torres His home of record is San Antonio,and he began the chemotherapy cycles at BAMC “It’s a way better hospital when it comes to oncology and I would have my whole family tosupportmeinthecaseIneededanything.” ThestrugglestheysharegiveCurrowcriti calinsightinpersonalizedtrainingforTorres andothersoldiersintheSRU. “I feel like I can be on a level of communication and understanding with my soldiers who are going through transition because of mygiftofinjury,”addedCurrow Adaptivereconditioningplaysanimportant role in SRUs Soldiers recovering in an SRU follow a dynamic plan of action focusing on the soldier’s future. They prepare soldiers to either return to their previous unit, move to their next duty assignment, or transition to civilianlife Torres is a sterling example of how a well-run organization can make life-changing events a much smoother and accepted evolution. “The SRU and the adaptive reconditioning program kept my mind and body busy, hestated.
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Theagencyhasdirectedthattherewillbe new clinical studies on the BA.4 and BA.5 boosters from manufacturers that will be reviewed at a later date to see if the results cansupportfullFDAapproval.
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