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Naval Air Facility Atsugi February 2022

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Front: ABH2 Jynishia Wilson poses for a photo for Black History Month. Back: ABH2 Christopher Settle directs a U.S. Air Force C-5M Super Galaxy, after landing onboard NAF Atsugi. U.S. Navy photos by MC2 Rafael Avelar.

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The USA and Canada celebrate Black History Month every February. Originally to mark the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Fredrick Douglas, Black History Month has evolved to honor African American history and culture. This year the contributions and achievements of Black scholars and medical officials are celebrated as part of the theme of “Black Health and Wellness” and is timely as the world continues to battle the COVID-19 pandemic. Renowned Americans whose contributions to public health not only helped the African American community, but people all over the world: W. E. B. Dubois’ research and activism highlighted the social, mental, and physical health impact of racism and discrimination. His efforts contributed to the passage of the Civils Rights Act, enacted one year after his death, as well as the independence of several African countries from European colonial powers. Dr. Charles Drew’s work on blood transfusions and blood plasma, helped save many lives during WWII even when laws were in place to segregate blood by race. Dr. Drew was the first director of the American Red Cross Blood Bank and protested against racism in the field of blood donation. Henrietta Lacks’ contribution to health care was unknown to her family until 20 years after her death from cervical cancer. Her cells were taken without her knowledge and used to develop the polio vaccine and other medical breakthroughs because of their “undying” nature. “HeLa” cells continue to be used since 1951 in the medical field for cancer research as well as HIV/AIDS research. Dr. Mae Jemison is a physician, engineer, and astronaut who became the first Black woman in space. Her contributions to American and world history are still on going. As a medical student, she helped to provide medical services to people in Southeast Asia, Cuba, and East Africa. She also served in the Peace Corps as a medical officer before applying to work at NASA. Dr. Jemison is currently working to provide accessible health care to developing countries. As President Biden stated in his 2022 Proclamation on National Black History Month, “Black history is American history.” The examples today also show it is also world history.

February 1, 1961

February 15, 1960 Icebreakers USS Burton Island (AGB-1) and USS Glacier (AGB-4) become the first US Navy vessels to reach Thurston Peninsula in the Antarctic.

Lt. Cmdr. Samuel Lee Gravely, Jr. becomes the first African-American to command a combat ship, USS Falgout (DER 324)

February 23, 1945

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Four days after landing on Iwo Jima, an invasion where uncommon valor was a common virtue, the United States flag is raised on Mt. Suribachi.

February 26, 1944

Sue Sophia Dauser, Superintendent of the Navy's Nurse Corps, is the first woman in the Navy to receive rank of captain.

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Navy Celebrates African American/ Black History Month

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“Our past is our history and our future is our destiny,” said Victoria Bowens, Department of the Navy director for diversity and inclusion. “We must look at what worked, what did not work and how we can improve our efforts in promoting inclusion to optimize our results to achieve mission success.” From port cities where Africans disembarked from slave ships to the battle fields where their descendants fought for freedom, from the colleges and universities where they pursued education to places where they created communities during centuries of migration, the imprint of Americans of African descent is deeply embedded in the narrative of the American past. USS Mason (DE 529), manned by a predominantly African American crew came under dire conditions during WWII in heavy weather when Mason’s deck split, threatening the structural integrity of the ship. The crew made emergency repairs allowing the ship to continue its convoy operations. In 1994, President Clinton awarded commendations to the 67 surviving crew members. USS PC 1264 was a submarine chaser built during World War II. She was one of only two U.S. Navy ships to have a predominately African-American enlisted complement during the war, the other being the Evarts-class destroyer escort USS Mason (DE 529). PC 1264 was in service for less than two years, but the performance of her crew--and of the USS Mason’s--caused the U.S. Navy to reevaluate the role of African American Sailors. Legion of Merit, Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal and Navy Commendation Medal winner Vice Admiral Samuel L. Gravely served aboard the PC 1264 during thewar, paving the way for future African American Navy leaders. The USNS Carl Brashear (T-AKE 7) was named for Master Chief Boatswain’s Mate Carl M. Brashear (19312006). Brashear’s career spanned more than four decades and exemplifies outstanding service and dedication. Brashear enlisted in the Navy in February 1948 and qualified as a First Class Diver in 1964. In 1965, while recovering atomic bombs off the coast of Spain, Brashear sustained injuries which eventually required the amputation of his leg. Despite his injuries, he became recertified in March 1968 as a diver, the first amputee to serve as such in the Navy, and in 1970, Brashear became the first African-American master diver in the Navy. In April 2009, Vice Adm. Michelle Howard commanded CTF-151, a multinational task force established to conduct counter-piracy operations in the Indian Ocean when the U.S.-flagged M/V Maersk Alabama container ship was hijacked by pirates off the Somali coast. Howard and twelve U.S. naval forces coordinated the rescue of the ship and its crew including Captain Richard Phillips, who had been kidnapped and held hostage in a lifeboat. African-Americans continue to serve with distinction, now comprising almost 19 percent of our active duty enlisted force, 8 percent of our active duty officers and 5 percent of our flag officers. The Navy continues to do outreach toward African American youth in order to ensure a diverse pool of people and backgrounds comprises the best talent possible. Sailors and their commands are encouraged to use this month to celebrate and recognize the exceptional and distinctive contributions and the unique histories and cultures that our African-American shipmates bring to our Navy. More information on the many milestones achieved by black Sailors and the history of the African-American Navy experience can be found at the Naval History and Heritage Command at www.history.navy.mil/browse-bytopic/diversity/african-americans.html.

On This Day Onboard Sailors perform push-ups as a part of a mock physical readiness test during a command fitness leadership course onboard NAF Atsugi Feb, 7, 2022. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ange Olivier Clement)

Sailors assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 77 and Airmen from the 22nd Airlift Squadron work together to unload an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from a C-5M Super Galaxy onboard Naval Air Facility (NAF) Atsugi, Japan Feb. 5, 2022 (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rafael Avelar)

An Airman assists in directing a U.S. Air Force C-5M Super Galaxy, assigned to the 22nd Airlift Squadron, from the roof hatch as it taxis the flight line after landing onboard Naval Air Facility (NAF) Atsugi, Japan Feb. 5, 2022. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rafael Avelar)

NAF Atsugi... ABH1 Roidy Amparo, from Miami, Fla., and assigned to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 37, signals an MH-60R Seahawk attached to Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 77 during a VERTREP training evolution onboard Naval Air Facility (NAF) Atsugi, Japan Feb 17, 2022. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Rafael Avelar)

A Sailor assigned to Explosive Ordnance Disposal Platoon 512 dons gear prior to conducting open water floating mine response drill training Feb. 23, 2022. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ange Olivier Clement)

Sailors of Explosive Ordnance Disposal Unit 5 depart Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan to conduct open water floating mine response drill training Feb. 23, 2022. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ange Olivier Clement)

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CAPT. J. M. MONTAGNET Greetings, NAF Atsugi Community. First,let me open with weather and safety notes. I think we dodged some recent issues with snow and ice... which was great! As you know, due to its island-chain topography, Japan gets exposed to severe weather on occasion. Not to mention earthquakes, of course - so, welcome to the western edge of "the ring of fire." The broader point is, some recent snow and sleet weather forecasts should remind all of us to remain prepared for natural events. Our Emergency Management Office has multiple resources available to help you stock appropriate kits for you and your family, your homes, and even office areas. And we share those frequently over multiple platform. Also, remember, very often the weather you're experiencing in one area may be wildly different than other areas in the Kanto Region - freezing rain in one location may be coupled with snow and sleet in another. Just something to keep this in mind and be sure to include emergency kits in your cars. As always, I appreciate and welcome our enlisted leaders - at all levels - to be examples of preparedness and helping spread the "Always Prepared, Always Ready" message! Turning to COVID response news and updates. Overall, I think we have reason to be more and more encouraged by the reduction in cases at U.S. Bases around Japan - especially here on NAFA. Cases are beginning to flatten at all US bases in Japan, and it looks like the Wave 6 curve has finally achieved a negative slope. These reductions, plus some other adaptive guidelines from higher headquarters, have generated several new PHE's. But, one common thread in all of them remains the priority to protect the force, our families, and align with our local governments. Well, here aboard NAFA, we're doing just that. Please note that NAFA has transitioned to a standardized off-base activity policy that aligns with all U.S. bases in Japan. These changes include off-base privileges determined by vaccination, increased hours for izakayas and bars in yellow zones, and the elimination of gathering limits for non-work-related functions. Please stay up to date on these changes as it is vital that everyone understands the updates on all policies and always emphasize the importance of health protection in the local community. If you find yourself confused or unsure of the latest guidelines, please make sure you re-familiarize yourself with the latest PHE, seek the advice and guidance of your chain of command, and don't hesitate to ask questions if you're not sure how a particular rule applies to you. Finally, as always, don't allow complacency to lessen your commitment to the hygiene health measures - frequent washing of hands, social distancing, and proper mask-wearing - especially in the Omicron environment. You'll note some updates on our liberty map as well. These changes reflect the latest numbers, and we have great hope that more and more areas will see increased openings. As always, I ask you for continued patience, and I thank you for remaining a great example of discipline in this continued fight. I think we're winning and that's because of you. With that, thank you all for what you and your people do every day!

CAPT John M. Montagnet Commanding Officer U.S. Naval Air Facility Atsugi, Japan