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Vol. 34 No. 41

NAS Sigonella Kicks off the Fall PRT Season

By MC2 Christopher Gordon NAS Sigonella Public Affairs

NAS SIGONELLA, Sicily – It’s that time of the year again where Sailors from Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella, and all over the Navy, participate in the semi-annual physical readiness test (PRT) during which Sailors are required to perform as many push-ups and sit-ups as they can before being tested on their cardio prowess.

This fall’s PRT cycle is the first to incorporate several physical readiness program changes announced in NAVADMIN 141/17, including an in-

centive for excellent scores and the elimination of the elliptical as a cardio option.

“This NAVADMIN came out with a few changes, one of the biggest and coolest is an incentive to only have to participate in one PRT a year,” said Chief Builder Travis Young, NAS Sigonella’s Command Fitness Leader. “How to do that is to pass the Body Composition Assessment (BCA) and score an overall excellent-low or better with no single event below a good-low.”

Meaning: if a Sailor does the maximum amount of push-ups and sit-ups, but gets the bare minimum score to pass in cardio portion, earning an

SIGONELLA, Sicily (November 1, 2017) – Engineman 1st Class Alexander Michiels weighs Navy Counselor 1st Class Roberto Vite for the upcoming physical readiness test (PRT) onboard Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella.

NAS Sigonella is an operational ashore base that enables U.S., allied, and partner nation forces to be where they are needed and when they are needed to ensure security and stability in Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christopher Gordon/Released)

overall satisfactory score instead of good, that person does not earn the incentive.

“I think it’s a great incentive because I’ve heard a lot of people say ‘well if I only have to do one PRT a year I’m going to try a lot harder to score an excellent-low or above’,” said Young. “We’ll see, this is the first time it’s been offered so we’ll see what the scores look like.”

The incentive program isn’t the only change NAVADMIN 141/17 implemented.

“Another change is: this is the last cycle the elliptical will be offered as an alternate cardio option,” said Young. “It’s not cost effective considering the number of people that actually use the elliptical for the PRT, which is less than 4 percent of the Navy, compared to the amount of money the Navy spends to keep the machines maintained at PRT compliance.”

Another physical readiness program change helps ensure Sailors have adequate time to return to weight standards and pass a PRT following a pregnancy.

“The pregnancy time frame for the PRT has changed also,” said Young. “Now you are exempt six months past the end of your maternity leave, so you have six months of getting back in shape until you have to take your next PRT.” Young has a few words of advice for Sailors as they take their PRTs. “You should give it 100% every time you take the PRT even if there isn’t an incentive program,” said Young. “If you’re going to do something, do it to your fullest and put all your energy into it.

You’re talking less than 20 minutes of actual effort put into the PRT and you’re done.”

Young’s parting advice is to make sure all Sailors ensure they participate in a PRT every single cycle.

“I’m entering in scores into people’s records and noticing a lot of missing PRT scores because they were misinformed at some point in their career,” said Young. “So now they have failures forever on their record.”

For more information on Navy fitness, workout guides, PFA calculator and mobile apps, visit my.navy.mil and click on the performance button at the bottom of the page.

Changes Are Coming to TRICARE: Are You Ready to Take Command of Your Health?

From Military Health System

Changes are coming to your TRICARE benefit beginning January 1, 2018. These changes will give you more benefit choices, improves your access to care, simplifies cost shares, and allows you to take command of your health.

The best way for you to prepare now is to update your information in DEERS at https://TRICARE.mil/ plans/eligibility/DEERS, sign up for TRICARE benefit updates at www.

TRICARE.mil/subscriptions, and visit TRICARE changes at https:// TRICARE.mil/about/changes.

Here is what you need to know: Region Consolidation Currently, there are three TRICARE regions in the U.S. to include

TRICARE North, South and West.

The TRICARE North and South regions will combine to form TRICARE East, while TRICARE West will remain mostly unchanged. Two new contractors, Humana Military and Health Net Federal Services, will administer these regions. This change will allow better coordination between the military hospitals and clinics and the civilian health care providers in each region.

TRICARE Select A new program, TRICARE Select will replace TRICARE Standard and TRICARE Extra both stateside and overseas. Stateside, TRICARE Select will be a self-managed, preferred provider network option. You will not be required to have a primary care manager (PCM) and therefore you can visit any TRICARE-authorized

provider. There are two types of TRICARE-authorized providers: Network and Non-Network for services covered by TRICARE without a referral. Overseas, TRICARE Overseas Select will be a preferred provider organization-styled plan that provides access to both network and non-network TRICARE authorized providers for medically necessary. TRICARE covered services. TRICARE Select adopts a number of improvements, including additional preventive care services previously only offered to TRICARE PrimeA managed care option available in Prime Service Areas in the United States; you have an assigned primary care manager who provides most of your care.TRICARE Prime beneficiaries.

TRICARE Prime TRICARE Prime is a managed

care program option. An assigned PCM provides most of your care.

When you need specialty care, your PCM will refer you to a specialist. Active duty service members and their family members do not pay anything when referred to a network provider by their PCM. All others pay annual enrollment fees and network copayments.

Enrollment All current TRICARE beneficiaries will be automatically enrolled into plans on January 1, 2018 as long as they are eligible. TRICARE Prime enrollees will remain in TRICARE

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Direct Line

Capt. Brent Trickel, NAS Sigonella Commanding Officer Hello Sigonella citizens, It has been a while since I have penned a direct line article as things have been very busy around here. I was in Rota last week for the Region Executive Steering Committee, and we have several high profile Distinguished Visitor (DV) events occurring. As always, I thank all of you for making Sigonella the "Hub of the Med" and the best base in the Region.

Today I would like to focus on the NAS Sigonella Interactive Customer Evaluation Program otherwise known as ICE. When I arrived 18 months ago, I felt the ICE program was out of control. People were using it as a way to bypass normal customer service channels to get their concern directly to the Commanding Officer and also as a public way to lodge petty complaints or grievances against others.

I tried to put a stop to the abuse by not publishing every single ICE comment submitted and by giving personnel my vision of the ICE program

during my presentation at Command Indoctrination. I think it worked for a while as the program was being used as intended but now it seems we are back to where we were 18 months ago.

Here are some general guidelines I will offer in regards to your decision to submit an ICE comment: - Is my experience and the expected response from the CO something that can benefit Sigonella as a whole?

Or, is this experience unique to me or my situation and a response won't apply to other citizens? If this is the case, I ask that you provide contact information (phone, email) so we can reply to you directly vice using valuable ICE space in the newspaper.

- Did I address my comment/concern with those immediately responsible for my grievance? Did I ask to speak to the manager, Leading Petty Officer, Leading Chief Petty Officer, Department Head, etc.? If not, can my ICE comment wait until I have a chance to address the concern with these in-

dividuals? If I didn't speak to the manager, LPO, LCPO, DH, etc. then what is the reason? Were they not available, did they not return my call/email, etc.? If I did speak to them were they rude or dismissive of my complaint?

- Is this a personal attack on a person or organization at Sigonella? If so you are wasting your time as the comment won't be published or elicit a response.

-Can I provide specifics as to the date, time, place, and the name of the person I interacted with or the situation which caused the ICE comment? The information goes a long way towards eliciting a response.

- Can I give specific examples if I am complaining about the treatment I received which caused my ICE comment? Saying "The XXX office was rude and unhelpful" is not a useful comment. Saying "The XXX singles out individuals and doesn't treat people fair-

ly" is not a useful comment. The more details you provide, the better chance I have to address your grievance.

- If you want to use ICE as a forum to attack me personally, I can handle

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Commanding Officer's Suggestion Box The ICE/CO Suggestion Box is for our community and Commanding Officer to discuss, with an eye toward constant improvement, how we are excelling* and how we can improve**. The community is strongly encouraged to leave contact information when submitting comments. This ensures that a response will come directly to you. The Signature and NASSIG Facebook Page typically publish comments and responses for the benefit of the Sigonella community.

Comments/suggestions are useful when objective, constructive, and specific.

ICE/CO Suggestion Box is NOT a forum for mean-spirited attacks. Anonymous comments will be published only if they benefit the greater community at large. * If you submit a "BZ" about a specific person or department, PLEASE PROVIDE YOUR NAME in order to ensure comment authenticity and

therefore publicly recognize employees or organizations. ** The Commanding Officer will ensure a response to all signed comments/ suggestions and the vast majority of anonymous ones but reserves the right to disregard those comments/suggestions disinterested in the spirit of the program!

There are two ways to submit; go to: 1) Interactive Customer Evaluation (ICE) home page on a One-Net computer at: http://ice.disa.mil, All Sigonella services are found under the Navy Europe Listing in the scroll-down menu.

– or – 2) NAS Sigonella's website www.cnic.navy.mil/Sigonella, go to the "About" drop down menu and click on "CO Suggestion Box".

Interactive Customer Evaluation Comment regarding “Galley requests”:

FSO, the meals this month have been really on point, especially the salad bar.

I love the scallops and cucumber salad. They are so good! I do have a special request though. If you serve steak could you please have steak knives? The existing table knives are not really cutting it, pun intended. Also, I attend church with one of your employees Mr. Williams. I've heard he likes to smoke meats, and can make a mean brisket. Is there anyway, you could have him create a ‘Deep South’ menu during a special meal? I've seen that there is an outside seating area in the front and the back of the Galley. Is that area open for guests? Would we order from a menu? A friend told me that beer can be purchased at the Galley at Naval Station Everett, WA. I was surprised when I heard it. It is available during dinner only. Being that we are in Italy, could wine be served? I figure I would ask, because if Everett has alcohol why not Sigonella. In the past, Mr. Garcia who worked at the Galley offered cooking classes at night. The classes included how to make pasta, cannoli, etc. Bravo! Can we do that again? When I was in school in Newport, the Galley there had Aucrat coffee syrup to mix with milk. I sure do miss that. Could you add that to the tables? By the way, serving rare, medium, and well done steaks is bellisimo. I love it rare so I was happy to see the choice.

Well, thank you for your time.

Response:

Thank you for the feedback and the opportunity to respond to your inquiries, which I will address in order, as follows: Steak Knives: Ristorante Bella Etna is a Navy Galley therefore we have to

follow the authorized tableware in accordance with NAVSUP P486 Vol II Para 4004. As such, in our case, we are using the main course knife which is required for the Galley.

‘Deep South’ Meal: If a customer has a local recipe, we welcome them to write the recipe based on 100 portions. At which point, the recipe will be reviewed by the Dietician and considered by the FSO for use in the Galley. Unfortunately, as of now, the Galley does not have the equipment or the capability to smoke meat.

However, the Command does have a Diversity Committee that assists the Galley with creating themed meals for special observances. I highly encourage you to volunteer and be part of that committee; whereby helping the Galley to create themed meals for special observances.

Outside Seating Areas: The seating in the front area of the Galley is open for use at the discretion of customers. Specifically, Galley users can get their food to go and are welcome to sit outside. This area is also used as overflow in the event that the Galley’s occupancy capacity is exceeded.

With regard to the tables and chairs in the back area of the Galley, you’re welcome to use this space too. In addition, this area is part of a future project where a walk-up window will be installed for grab and go RIK customers. Currently, this project is pending due to a lack of funding, but we are committed to completing this project as/when funds become available.

Beer/Wine in the Galley: The Galley at NS Everett is a hybrid operation in which it’s actually a MWR facility that supports eligible Galley users. Evidently, that means patrons have the ability to purchase beer/wine during meals. In the

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Name: Religious Program Specialist

2nd Class Devin Workman Hometown: Bellingham, Washington Department: Religious Ministries

Setting up religious services for all faiths, assisting people in spiritual or mental distress and ensuring the chaplains have what they need to carry out their mission is all part of the job of Religious Program Specialist 2nd Class Devin Workman.

“I do my best to help support peoples religious freedoms and make sure they’re taken care of mentally and spiritually,” said Workman. “I arrived

to NAS Sigonella about two months ago; I came from a Marine unit so I’m new to the Navy side of the house, and I’m looking forward to expanding my knowledge since most of my experience is with the Marines.”

Workman says he kept busy with his last command and is grateful to be able to come home to his wife every night versus staying out in the desert with the Marines.

Along with all of the typical RP duties Workman fulfills, he also found a way to make use of his 18 years of carpentry experience. If something requires repairs or adjustments around the chapel, Workman can fix it without

"ICE" continued from Page 2 case of Sigonella, our Galley is a stand-alone military dining facility and is not permitted to serve or sell alcoholic beverages. With that said, MWR and the Galley have been planning a unique service for the upcoming Thanksgiving Day meal.

Specifically, I have granted approval for MWR to sell beer and wine in the Galley on a trial basis during the Thanksgiving Meal service.

Cooking Classes: As you mentioned this was offered in the past, but sadly it was not well attended. As such, we stopped scheduling the classes. That said, the Galley conducts biweekly Culinary Specialist training and you (and others) are welcome join us. If interested, please contact CSCS Giron at ruben.giron@eu.navy.mil.

Aucrat Coffee Syrup: The Galley uses the mandatory prime vendor, Ebrex, to order their provisions. Ebrex is the only authorized source approved by DOD. Unfortunately, the product you requested, and/or a similar item, is not available in their catalog.

In summary, I trust the above responses fully address your inquiries. Please keep in mind that all of these issues are perfect topics for the Galley’s Quarterly Menu Review Board. Accordingly, I highly recommend that you participate in these quarterly meetings. However, some of these topics probably came about during an off-cycle period, so should you have additional questions or comments, I encourage you to direct them to the Food Service Officer, CWO3 Marigundon. He can be reached at 624-5739 (+39-095-56-5739) or via email at francisco.marigundon@eu.navy.mil.

having to rely on other services around base.

When Workman isn’t working he enjoys volunteering his time to his church. Since he’s only been here for two months he hasn’t gotten into a volunteer routine, but in his last command Workman consistently volunteered for a local church and helped out with the YMCA; something he plans to continue while he’s here.

In is free time, Workman likes to hang out with his friends, go to the dog park and practice his woodworking skills.

“Woodworking is a passion of mine, it’s really fun to do,” said Workman. “I also like to work on circus routines. Before I joined the Navy I was in the circus, I would go to my construction job in the morning then in the afternoon I’d put on clown makeup and go to the circus.”

Not only was Workman a clown, he practiced balloon arts, aerial silks, juggling and balancing acts.

So far Workman enjoys living in Sicily, and prefers it to the desert climate of 29 Palms.

“I like it, it’s kind of like a mix of Washington state and California right now,” said Workman. “It’s also close for travelling which my wife and I are excited about. We’re looking into doing some more travelling while we’re here, we did some of the ITT trips and have seen some different parts of Sicily so far.”

Comment regarding “Bravo Zulu for Post Office Sailor”:

Seaman Robles was very helpful when I visited the post office. He was very knowledgeable on the different tracking systems, and he went above and beyond to help me locate my very important package. I am very happy and I think he represents what the model customer service agent should be.

Sincerely, LS2 Dennis Murphy

Response:

Dear LS2 Murphy, thank you for your comment recognizing an outstanding Sailor. I will be sure to pass along your praise to Seaman Robles and Captain English’s team. It is my expectation that every Sigonella citizen receive the same level of respect and customer service that I receive at any facility on base, and Seaman Robles went above and beyond to exemplify that. He is truly the example to emulate. Well done, Shipmate, and keep up the great work.

Comment regarding “NAS 2 Gym Channel Options”:

I would like to ask why are all the televisions in all three cardio rooms at the NAS II fitness center on the same channel?

On Oct. 2 I asked one of the staff members if they could change the channel in cardio room two and I was told, the general manager wants all the televisions on the same channel. Later that day myself and a few other customers wanted to watch different sporting events but were unable to. Some of us regular facility customers actually enjoy having the option of watching two separate sporting events. I would like to find out the logic behind this recent unnecessary change. I would like to reco-

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Commanding Officer Capt. Brent Trickel Executive Officer Cmdr. Patrick J. Moran Command Master Chief CMDCM Nancy Estrada EDITORIAL Public Affairs Officer Lt. Andriana Genualdi andriana.genualdi@eu.navy.mil Community Relations Officer Dott. Alberto Lunetta alberto.lunetta.it@eu.navy.mil Editor MCC Jessica Vargas Jessica.Vargas@eu.navy.mil PAO Staff Writer \ Photographer MC2 Christopher Gordon Christopher.Gordon@eu.navy.mil CONTACT US Naval Air Station Sigonella, Sicily thesig@eu.navy.mil DSN 624-5440; 095-86-5440 PSC 812 Box 7, FPO, AE 09627-0001 PUBLISHER Stampa Generale S.r.l., Sig. Bruno Brandi, Publisher, Naval Support Activity Capodichino (Naples), Italy stampagenerale@tin.it Tel. 081-568-7884 Fax 081-568-7887 This civilian enterprise (CE) newspaper is an authorized publication for members of the military services overseas. Contents of The Signature are not necessarily the official views of, or endorsed by, the U.S. Government, the Department of Defense (DoD), or the U.S. Navy. The appearance of advertising in this newspaper, including inserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement by the DoD or Stampa Generale S.r.l., of the products or services advertised. Everything advertised in this publication shall be made available for purchase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any other non-merit factorof the purchaser, user or patron.

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Patrol Squadron FIVE Hosts SECNAV in Keflavik, Iceland

By Lt. Michael Pierce

KEFLAVIK, Iceland - Patrol Squadron (VP) FIVE had the honor of hosting the Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), The Honorable Richard V. Spencer, for a tour of the P-8A Poseidon in October.

The SECNAV took the opportunity to visit the ‘Mad Foxes’ on the final leg of his trip to Norway and Iceland before returning to Washington D.C. Keflavik was known previously as a hub of military activity during the 1970s and 1980s, but U.S. military presence there had been scarce for the last few decades. Recently, however, Keflavik has reemerged as an important detachment site, one of the key aspects of the SECNAV’s visit.

Although he had previously toured and flown a P-8A simulator during a visit to NAS Jacksonville, this was SECNAV’s first opportunity to see in person what capabilities the P-8A brings to the mission on-station. The static display started with a brief tour of the flight station led by pilot Lt.j.g. Alex Cleaveland.

“It was a great opportunity to familiarize the SECNAV on how we fly and operate the P-8A tactically on station, 200 feet above the water,” said Cleaveland.

As a prior Marine aviator, the SECNAV was particularly impressed by the heads-up-display (HUD) and all glass display cockpit of the multi-mission P-8A, which is the Navy’s newest maritime, patrol and reconnaissance aircraft.

As the tour continued, Combat Aircrew Ten’s (CAC-10) Tactical Coordinator (TACCO), Lt. Ali Hussain, gave the SECNAV an up-close look at the mission crew workstations and he explained how the combat crews operate as a team to execute the wide-ranging mission set of the P-8A. These missions range from anti-submarine warfare and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions, to VP-5’s recent humanitarian assistance and disaster relief flights in wake of the devastating hur-

KEFLAVIK, Iceland (Oct. 12, 2017) Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Richard V. Spencer tours a P-8 Poseidon aircraft assigned to Patrol Squadron (VP) 5 during a visit to Keflavik, Iceland. Keflavik is Spencer's last stop in his first official trip abroad since being sworn in on Aug. 3, 2017. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan B. Trejo/Released)

ricanes striking the United States and Caribbean.

The SECNAV was very impressed

by VP-5’s continued excellence on station across two areas of responsibility as they begin their second dual site deployment. The ‘Mad Foxes’ of CAC-10 are currently on detachment along with three other CACs and conducting missions out of Keflavik, Iceland in support of Command Task Force 67 (CTF 67).

VP-5 is currently patrolling the waters of the U.S. 4th Fleet from El Salvador and the U.S. 6th Fleet from Sigonella, Italy.

QUICK FACTS: - VP-5 is homeported out of Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida.

- VP-5 is deployed to Commander, Task Force 67 out of Naval Air Station Sigonella, Sicily.

- This is the first deployment for VP-5 to C6F with the P-8A. - VP-5 is deployed with 6 P-8As to C6F and 1 P-8A to C4F.

- VP-5 was last deployed to CTF-67 in 2011 in support of OPERATION Odyssey Dawn.

- U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts the full spectrum

of Joint and Naval operations, often in concert with allied, joint, and interagency partners, in order to advance U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa.

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Center. It’s great to hear that so many of the Fitness Center staff are providing outstanding customer service and support. Your comment regarding the television channels helped the MWR team clear up what seems to be a miscommunication. Management has addressed the concern with the Fitness team to ensure that each television is assigned a different, dedicated broadcasting channel. Thank you again for your feedback. If you have future or further questions, the Acting MWR Fitness Director, Mr. Joshua Burkhard, can be reached at 624-4301 (or +39-095-56-4301) or via email at fitness_sigonella@ eu.navy.mil.

gnize the wonderful staff members at the NAS II fitness center who continually provide outstanding customer service and support: Francesca, Tindy, Irene, Angelo, Elena, Ron, Chelsea, and Melissa. These wonderful men and women do a phenomenal job day-to-day and I salute them for their dedicated, friendly, caring, and professional customer service.

Sincerely, Lt. Robert W. Gilliam

Response:

Dear Lt. Gilliam, thank you for feedback about the NAS II Fitness

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This Holiday Season Stay at a Navy Lodge From NEXCOM Public Affairs

This holiday season make a stay at the Navy Lodge a top priority for out-of-town holiday family. Guests of the Navy Lodge save over 40 percent compared to other hotels and there are never any additional fees or taxes.

“Navy Lodges offer a great value with our spacious guest rooms, fully equipped kitchens, free Wi-Fi, and many other amenities,” said Navy Lodge Sigonella general manager, Elizabeth Leavitt. “We also offer a complimentary breakfast in the morning, a weekly manager’s reception and PREMIER guest service. Your guests will feel like they are staying with

family while at the Navy Lodge.”

Navy Lodge guests will find a variety of room types to include family suites with soft and firm pillow options as well as flat screen satellite televisions and DVD player. Navy Lodges also offer guest laundry facilities and vending machines. Every Navy Lodge is handicapped accessible. As an added convenience, dogs and cats up to 50 pounds in weight can stay at many Navy Lodges when traveling with its owner. Guests need to contact the specific Navy Lodge regarding its pet policies. The authorized patron of the Navy Lodge will need to be present to check in their guest. Also, any guest of the sponsor must have authorization 5 working days prior to

arrival to access the base. Please refer NASSIGINST 5530.3B or call Security at 624-4201.

To make a reservation for any of the 39 Navy Lodges worldwide, call toll free at 1-800-6289466 or log onto navy-lodge. com. For other military lodging options, go to dodlodging.com.

Roundabouts Safety From the NAS Sigonella Safety Office

Once seen only in Europe, modern traffic roundabouts — circular intersections that move vehicles in one direction without signal lights — are becoming increasingly popular in North America. Since first constructed in Nevada in 1990, more than two thousand have been built across the United States and many are starting to appear in Canada.

Today's roundabouts are much safer than the large traffic circles constructed years ago where vehicles would enter, merge, circulate, change lanes, and exit at high speeds. Built around a central island, modern roundabouts are considerably smaller and require traffic to enter at a much slower pace. Drivers yield the right-ofway to the traffic already circulating and, once inside, do not change lanes.

Many people who have never experienced driving through a modern roundabout are concerned they won't be able to navigate the unfamiliar traffic pattern. But several studies have shown that people strongly support them after they learn their way around.

How to Drive a Single-Lane Roundabout • Slow down. As you approach, look for a yellow "roundabout ahead" sign with an advisory speed limit and watch out for pedestrians and bicyclists in the crosswalk.

• Look left and yield. Be prepared to stop as circulating traffic has the right-of-way.

• Wait for gap in traffic and enter. Once you

enter the circle, do not stop or overtake vehicles slightly ahead of you as they may be exiting.

• Proceed to your exit. Proceed counterclockwise to your exit point. You have the rightof-way in the roundabout.

• Exit. As you approach your exit, use your right turn signal. Watch for pedestrians and bicyclists in the crosswalk and be prepared to stop.

How to Drive a Double-Lane Roundabout • Slow down. As you approach look for two signs — the yellow "roundabout ahead" sign and a black-and-white "lane choice" sign. Watch out for pedestrians and bicyclists in the crosswalk.

• Choose a lane. To go straight or right, get in the right lane. To go straight or left, or make a make U-turn, get in the left lane.

• Look left and yield. Be prepared to stop as circulating traffic has the right-of-way.

• Wait for gap in traffic and enter. Once you enter the circle, stay in your lane and do not stop or overtake vehicles slightly ahead of you as they may be exiting.

• Proceed to your exit. Proceed counterclockwise to your exit point. You have the rightof-way in the roundabout.

• Exit. As you approach your exit, use your right-turn signal. Watch for pedestrians in the crosswalk and bicyclists and be prepared to stop.

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Soccer teams protest reading of Anne Frank diary at games

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Sigonella Marines talk to Giarre students about Halloween tradition

Stories by Jerusalem Post/The Local/ Haaretz.com

Soccer fans prior to two matches in Italy protested during the reading of a passage from the “Diary of Anne Frank.” Meanwhile, the president of the Lazio soccer team reportedly was heard on tape calling his visit to a Rome synagogue “a charade” and, referring to Jews, saying, “These people don’t count a damn.”

The decision to hold a moment of silence and read from the diary at professional, amateur and youth soccer matches was announced on Tuesday, October 24, days after Lazio fans plastered a shared stadium with stickers showing the teenage Holocaust diarist wearing the uniform of a rival city club, Roma.

On Wednesday, Lazio players warmed up wearing jerseys with an image of Anne Frank and the words “No to anti-Semitism.”

But fans of the Turin squad Juventus turned their backs and sang the country’s national anthem during the reading as a protest.

At a game between Roma and the Calabria-based Crotone, fans shouted team chants during the readings at the same stadium where the stickers were displayed, the BBC reported.

Meanwhile, Lazio President Claudio Lotito is denying that it was his voice on a recording mocking the synagogue visit in the wake of the poster incident. On Tuesday, he laid a wreath of blue and white flowers there and announced he would take 200 fans every year to visit Auschwitz.

The following day, the Italian daily newspaper Il Messaggero released the recording made by passengers as Lotito was boarding a flight from Milan to visit the synagogue in which he said, “These people don’t count a damn, they are worth nothing — do you realize how pathetic the whole thing is? Let’s go do this charade.”

The diary passage that is being recited at games reads: “I see the world being slowly transformed into a wilderness, I hear the approaching thunder that, one day, will destroy us too, I feel the suffering of millions. And yet, when I look up at the sky, I somehow feel that everything will change for the better, that this cruelty too shall end, that peace and tranquility will return once more.”

Even though the anti-Semitism expressed by Italy’s soccer fans has hit the headlines, the reality is that the Anne Frank stickers raised few eyebrows in Italy, as it is nothing new, according to Davide Lerner who wrote in Haaretz.com that “anti-Semitism is deeply ingrained in the country’s soccer culture.”

“In May 2004, I was just twelve years old, and I was making my way back from Milan’s San Siro soccer stadium, a place I once called "my home" in a school essay. The match had been a triumph for my team, Inter Milan. Inter’s rising Brazilian star ‘Adriano’ had secured a place in the Champions League qualifiers after knocking out Parma with a terrific free kick. But as my friend’s father drove us home, tears ran down my cheeks. Inter Milan’s ultras had celebrated victory by chanting "Rossoneri Ebrei!” (The Red and Blacks are Jews!) said Lerner.

The "Rossoneri" are the archenemy - supporters of AC Milan, my hometown’s second team. Calling them "Jews" is still the ultras’ favorite insult, continued Lerner.

His article continues saying: “Sadly, Lazio’s Nazi hooligans have a gemellaggio, or twinship, with Inter Milan’s most rightwing ultra groups, notably the 'Irriducibili', 'Vikings' and parts of the 'Boys San'. When Lazio and Inter play together in the Serie A, the respective hooligans salute each other chanting "Duce, Duce", hailing Mussolini, Italy’s fascist dictator, and chanting all sorts of disparaging anti-Semitic slogans against their enemy teams.”

According to Haaretz, Lazio’s ultras made their name in 1998 hoisting a banner that read "Auschwitz Is Your Country; the Ovens Are Your Homes". Inter-Milan’s ultras regularly unfurl a banner that proclaims "Adolfo Presente", "Adolf is still with us". The slogan is normally topped off with a Nazi-Germany flag. When the club’s high-echelons half-heartedly asked them to remove it, the hooligans transparently lied, claiming it referred to another "Adolfo" who had nothing to do with the more famous Adolf Hitler. Not long after the banner made its first appearance, a 78

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GIARRE, Sicily – A delegation of Sigonella CLB-6 Marines visited on October 20 and 26 the students of the Giarre and Riposto IPPSSEOA “G. Falcone,” hospitality management high school to speak about the Halloween tradition, history and share their memories about one of the “spookiest” holiday of the year. The project was part of the ongoing NASSIG PAO COMREL intercultural school program, which is conducted at Sicilian schools featuring language interaction activities in class and presentations on specific topics. (Photo by NASSIG PAO COMREL Director Alberto Lunetta)

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Navy Celebrates 2017 National American Indian and Native Alaskan Heritage Month From Chief of Naval Personnel Public Affairs

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- The Navy joins the nation in celebrating American Indians and Native Alaskans during National American Indian and Native Alaskan Heritage Month throughout the month of November.

ALNAV 006/17 encourages participation in all the heritage celebrations and special observances throughout the year. This year, Navy commands are encouraged to celebrate and reflect on the theme "Standing Together."

Since 1994, the observance month has recognized American Indians and Native Alaskans for their respect of natural resources and the Earth, having served with valor in our nation's conflicts, and for their many distinct and important contributions to the United States. Today, there are a total of 566 Federally recognized tribes in the United States of America.

American Indians and Native Alaskans have served honorably in the United States Navy for more than 200 years. Their contributions to the strength and security of our Nation attests the rich legacy of the first Americans.

During the 20th century, three Sailors of American Indian and Native

Alaskan heritage received the Medal of Honor - including Cmdr. Ernest E. Evans, Lt. Michael Thorton, and Boatswain's mate 1st Class James Williams.

Our One Navy Team is made up of American Indian and Native Alaskan Sailors and civilians. More than 9,000 American Indian and Native Alaskan Sailors hold nearly every job from naval aviator to deep-sea diver. There are more than 2,000 American Indian and Native Alaskan civilians working for the EVERETT, Wash. (Nov. 28, 2016) Petty Officer 1st Class Thomas Murphy, assigned to Naval Station Department of the Navy.

Everett (NSE) security department, speaks during the National American Indian Heritage Month A diverse workforce 2016 observance in NSE's Grand Vista Ballroom. The month of November was designated as National positions the Navy to op- American Indian Heritage Month in 1990 by then president, George H. W. Bush. (U.S. Navy photo by erate successfully around Petty Officer 3rd Class Joseph Montemarano/Released) the globe by bringing toThe Defense Equal Opportunity history of American Indians and Nagether Sailors and civilians with different ideas, experiences, perspectives, Management Institute provides printa- tive Alaskans and their numerous capabilities and skill sets. Integrat- ble posters, presentation, guidance for contributions to the Navy, visit www. ing Sailors and civilians from diverse organizing observance, and education history.navy.mil/browse-by-topic/dibackgrounds into the force allows the facts on their website, www.deomi. versity/american-indians.html.

For more news from Chief of Naval Navy to recruit and retain the nation's org/ under the section "Special ObserPersonnel, visit www.navy.mil/local/ top talent from a vast pool of skilled vances."

For more information about the cnp. personnel.

USS Ashland Assists Distressed Mariners in Pacific Ocean From Amphibious Force 7th Fleet Public Affairs

PACIFIC OCEAN USS Ashland (LSD 48) Command Master Chief Gary Wise welcomes aboard Jennifer Appel, an American mariner who had received assistance from Ashland crew members. Ashland, operating in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region on a routine deployment, rescued two American mariners who had been in distress for several months after their sailboat had a motor failure and had strayed well off its original course while traversing the Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Clay/Released)

PACIFIC OCEAN (NNS) -- The Sasebo-based amphibious dock landing ship USS Ashland (LSD 48) rendered assistance to two distressed mariners, Oct. 25, whose sailboat had strayed well off its original course.

The mariners, Jennifer Appel and Tasha Fuiava, both from Honolulu, and their two dogs had set sail from Hawaii to Tahiti this spring. They had an engine casualty May 30 during bad weather but continued on, believing they could make it to land by sail.

Two months into their journey and long past when they originally estimated they would reach Tahiti, they began to issue distress calls. The two continued the calls daily, but they were not close enough to other vessels or shore stations to receive them.

On Oct. 24, they were discovered 900 miles southeast of Japan by a Taiwanese fishing vessel.

The fishing vessel contacted Coast Guard Sector Guam who then coordinated with Taipei Rescue Coordination Center, the Japan Coordination Center, and the Joint Coordination Center in Honolulu to render assistance.

Operating near the area on a routine deployment, Ashland made best speed to the location of the vessel in the early morning on Oct. 25 and arrived on scene at 10:30 a.m that morning. After assessing the sailboat unseaworthy, Ashland crew members brought the distressed mariners and their two dogs aboard the ship at 1:18 p.m.

"I'm grateful for their service to our country.

They saved our lives. The pride and smiles we had when we saw [U.S. Navy] on the horizon was pure relief," said Appel.

Appel said they survived the situation by bringing water purifiers and over a year's worth of food on board, primarily in the form of dry goods such as oatmeal, pasta and rice.

Once on Ashland, the mariners were provided with medical assessments, food and berthing arrangements. The mariners will remain on board until Ashland's next port of call.

"The U.S. Navy is postured to assist any distressed mariner of any nationality during any type of situation," said Cmdr. Steven Wasson, Ashland commanding officer.

Part of U.S. 7th Fleet's forward deployed naval forces out of Sasebo, Japan, Ashland has been on a routine deployment for the past five months as a ready-response asset for any of contingency.

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NAS SIGONELLA COMMUNITY PAGE All Hands News Bulletin:

FORCE PROTECTION EXERCISE 7 - 8 NOVEMBER

SLEEP DEPRIVATION WORKSHOP

Command, Department or Organization: NASSIG and Tenant Commands Date of Event: 7-8 November 2017 Location of Event: NASSIG (primary events at NAS 1) Point of Contact Name: C Steinnecker Point of Contact Phone Number: 624-0507 Point of Contact Email Address: christopher.steinne@eu.navy.mil Additional Information: NAS Sigonella will conduct a Force Protection Exercise on November 7-8. The exercise will include integrated antiterrorism training (AT) to enhance Force Protection readiness and mass casualty incident response. Personnel can expect to see increased security measures, elevation of Force Protection Conditions (FPCONs), gate closures, and traffic delays during this period.

Command, Department or Organization: Health Promotion and Wellness Center Dates of Event: 28 November • Time of Event: 1400-1530 Location of Event: SEAT Large Classroom Point of Contact Name: LT Knutson Point of Contact Phone Number: 624-4710 Point of Contact Email Address: usn.sigonella.navhospsigonellait.mesg.hp@mail.mil Additional Information: Join U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella Health Promotion for a workshop on the effects of sleep deprivation an learn how to improve it. Are you a light sleeper, awaken often through the night? Do you have a hard time falling asleep? Do you wake up feeling tired?

If any of these questions hit home, come and join Health Promotion and Wellness center and learn the science behind sleep and ways to improve your sleep which will lead to a healthier you!

November 28 - 1400-1530, Hospital's SEAT large classroom For more information and to sign up call U.S. Naval Hospital Sigonella Health Promotion at 624-4710.

NAS 1 Mondays AA Meeting:

Sigonella Religious Ministries Department Worship Services 1800-1900

Tuesdays Protestant Women of the Chapel: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0900-1100 Daily Mass: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1130-1230 AWANA: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1645-1900 Youth for Christ (YFC) Youth Meeting: . . . . . . . . . . . 1200-1430 Wednesdays Protestant Men of the Chapel: .0600-0700 Daily Mass: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1130-1230 Catholic Ladies' Guild (3rd Wednesday): . . . . . . . . . . 1600-1800 Thursdays Daily Mass: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1130-1230

Phone Numbers: NAS I 095-56-3975, NAS II 095-86-9049, Chaplain Duty: 335-831-4493, RP Duty: 335-786-1950.

Facebook page: www.facebook.com/Naval Air Station Sigonella Chapel

Youth for Christ (YFC) Youth Meeting: . . . . . . . . . . . . 1200-1530 Choir Practice: . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1630-1800 The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1800-2030 Fridays Daily Mass: . . . . . . . . . . . 1130-1230 First Friday Mass and Holy Hour:. . . . . . . . . 1700-1830

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Wednesdays Knights of Columbus (1st Wednesdays): . . . . . . . . . . . 1700-1800 Protestant Women of the Chapel (PWOC): .

1800-2100

Liturgical Protestant Service NAS I Chapel - . . . . . . . . . 1800

Thursdays AA Meeting: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1800-1900

Sundays Catholic Mass: . . . . 0900-1000 Catholic Religious Education (DoDDS):. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1045-1200

Sundays Protestant Service and Fellowship: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1800-2000 Roman Catholic Mass NAS I Chapel - . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0900 Non-Liturgical Protestant Service NAS I Chapel - . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1100 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (Mormon) - NAS I Chapel - . . . . . . . 1300 Non-Liturgical Protestant Service NAS II Chapel - . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1800

Saturdays First Saturday Rosary and Mass: . . . . . . . . . . . . 1100-1200

Protestant Service: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1100-1200 Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1330-1600

Weekly Traffic Report: Oct. 23 - Oct. 30, 2017

As a reminder to everyone: There are no PTUs allowed at the Galley. Appropriate athletic gear is authorized at the discretion of the Galley staff. Please remember that for sanitation purposes and for the consideration of other customers, if you have been out for PT, been working out at the gym, or have just been engaged in any physical activity where you and or your clothing has become soiled or sweaty you will be asked to turn around.

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"DIRECT LINE" continued from Page 2 it although I don't like it. I have been called a liar, told I don't care about Sigonella citizens, and accused of having a personal vendetta against a unit deployed here. If you feel strongly about me or my decisions, I would rather you stop by my office and discuss it with me in person. There is no punishment for giving me your opinion if you think I am not doing things right. All I ask is that the conversation be courteous and respectful from both sides.

Here are some recent examples of ICE comments that I feel were appropriate: - Concerns about Halloween Trick or Treating date in Marinai. This was an appropriate ICE comment as there wasn't another venue to directly address the matter in my

"TRICARE" continued from Page 1 Prime. TRICARE Standard and Extra beneficiaries will be enrolled in TRICARE Select.

During 2018, you can choose to enroll in or change coverage plans. Enrollment will move to a calendar year open enrollment period beginning in the fall of 2018, during which active enrollment will be required for coverage for the following year. The open enrollment period for will begin on the Monday of the second full week in November and run through the Monday of the second full week in December of each calendar year.

Are You Ready? Take Action Now: Are You Ready? Take Action Now! You can begin to prepare for the upcoming changes now: * Sign up for a DS Logon: https://www. dmdc.osd.mil/identitymanagement/authenticate.do?execution=e4s1 * Update your personal information in

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opinion.

- Positive comments about Post Office Customer Service. These are great, please keep them up.

- Question about Caribinieri authorities on base. Great question that I am sure many people have.

- Commissary closure/seizure Comments many months ago regarding lack of communication. Spot on valid comment. I could have and should have done a better job communicating this issue.

I ALWAYS accept positive ICE comments. If you experienced great customer service or you interacted with someone that you feel went above and beyond then I welcome your feedback! I am always looking for ways to recognize Sigonella Citizens that go out of their way to improve Sigonella.

DEERS: https://TRICARE.mil/Plans/Eligibility/DEERS This is YOUR Benefit - Take Command!

Stay informed with the latest information.

In the coming months, more information will be available at https://TRICARE.mil/ about/changes. To stay informed, sign up for email alerts at www.TRICARE.mil/subscriptions. You can also get alerts by signing up for eCorrespondence in milConnect at www.

TRICARE.mil/eCorrespondence. By staying informed, you'll be ready for a smooth transition with TRICARE. This is YOUR Benefit – Take Command!

Stay informed with the latest information: In the coming months, more information will be available www.tricare.mil/changes. To stay informed, sign up for email alerts. You can also get alerts by signing up for eCorrespondence in milConnect. By staying informed, you’ll be ready for a smooth transition with TRICARE.

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"ITALIAN NEWS" continued from Page 6 year old fan, Silvano Finzi, whose father had died in the Mauthausen concentration camp after a death march from Auschwitz, wrote to the then President of Inter-Milan Massimo Moratti to complain and handed back his season ticket in protest. Moratti did not reply to the veteran supporter. He later claimed that the letter had got lost in the post.

“The Anne Frank case is just the tip of the iceberg which made it into this week’s news: suffice it to say that the stickers in question existed long before last week’ scandal. Anti-Semitic slogans are typical of Lazio’s and Inter’s hard-core supporters, but also of Roma’s and Juventus’, let alone smaller Verona or Ascoli, whose hooligans have already said they won’t take part in the Anne Frank ceremony before their team’s match,” noted Lerner.

According to The Local, the Lazio 'ultras' have previously been in hot water over Celtic crosses, monkey chants and fascist salutes leading to them often being portrayed as a fascist club. In fact, only four years ago Lazio fans were accused of defaming the image of Ann Frank with anti-Semitic gestures. Their far-right links returned to the headlines in 2005, when cult hero Paolo Di Canio made straightarm salutes to the crowd, before the striker defended himself by saying he was a "fascist, not a racist".

Italian man sentenced to 24 years for infecting dozens of women with HIV Story by Reuters An Italian man was sentenced on Friday to 24 years in prison for infecting more than 30 women with the HIV virus, after having unprotected sex with them despite knowing that he was HIV positive, a court ruled.

Valentino Talluto, a 33-year-old accountant, seduced dozens of women via social networks for a decade before his arrest in November 2015. Police believe he had sex with at least 53 women during that time, passing on the virus to 32 of them.

The male partners of three of the women subsequently contracted the potentially fatal illness, as did an eight-month-old infant of a fourth woman. Talluto often found an excuse not to wear a condom, telling his partners that he was allergic to them, or had just had an HIV test, the court in Rome heard.

He expressed regret for what had happened, but said he did not realize the consequences of his actions. Prosecutors had urged the court to give him life in jail, saying he had provoked an HIV epidemic. The court rejected this, convicting him instead of "grievous and incurable bodily harm".

Many of the women only discovered they had HIV after they heard of Talluto's arrest and had a test. The HIV/AIDS pandemic has killed around 35 million people worldwide since it began in the 1980s.

Italy passes controversial new election law Story by AFP The Italian senate overwhelming passed a new election law on Thursday, despite fierce opposition from Italy's newest political party. The senate passed the bill by 214 to 61, with one abstention.

It took five confidence votes to finally force the proposal through the upper house of parliament, just as it did in the lower house.

Members of the anti-establishment Five Star Movement (M5S) met each debate with furious protests in the chamber and on the streets, donning blindfolds in symbolic opposition. The new law allows parties to form alliances before Italy's next general election, which is due between March and May next year.

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The Five Star populists, who have vowed never to join a coalition, claim the law is intended to hold their party back. They called the new system unconstitutional and said they would appeal to Italy's President Sergio Mattarella to stop the law in its tracks.

"The scam electoral law is like a slot machine," scoffed Giovani Endrizzi, the movement's Senate floor leader.

"You press a button, you think you're choosing but there's software that decides for you and eats your money. Here they eat your votes," he said.

In contrast the regional Northern League backed the reform, which is expected to benefit the far-right party by allowing it to team up with center-right Forza Italia.

As individual parties, the ruling center-left Democratic Party and M5S are currently running neck-and-neck in the polls, with Forza Italia and the Northern League dragging their feet.

But polls indicate that no single party would snap up enough ballots under the new system, a combination of proportional representation and first-past-the-post, without forming a coalition.

While a divided left may flounder, an FI and League partnership is expected to leapfrog into first place. The M5S would be out of the race.

The new system had the backing of the PD, FI, League and the small centerright Popular Area.

Having passed the lower house earlier in October, with the senate's approval the bill will become law as soon as it is published in the official record.

The law's successful adoption after months of controversy increases the probability that Mattarella will dissolve parliament at the end of 2017 or early next year at the latest, making elections likely in March 2018.

Italian lawmakers had been under pressure to act after the country was left with two different electoral systems in its upper and lower houses of parliament in 2016 following a reform defeat for former Prime Minister Matteo Renzi.

NEXs Offer Special for Electronics Purchases From Navy Exchange Service Command Public Affairs

From November 3 - 15, NEX customers can take advantage of a special MILITARY STAR® card benefit on electronic purchases. Customers who spend $699 or more on a computer, TV or tablet and pay with their MILITARY STAR® card will have no down payment, no interest* and no monthly payments for 12 months.

The MILITARY STAR® card offers many benefits including 10 percent off the first day's purchases**, no annual, late or over the limit fees,^ competitive low interest rate, over 40 special promotions and discounts yearly as well as 24-hour customer service including online access.

MILITARY STAR® card applications are available at any NEX. The application can be processed the same day at the NEX customer service desk. *Offer valid November 3-15, 2017 only at Navy Exchange facilities and myNavyExchange.com.

Must be a single transaction of $699 or more. Not valid on previous purchases or layaways. MILITARY STAR® promotions subject to credit approval. Standard account terms apply to non-promotional purchases and, after promotion ends, to promotional purchases. As of June 15, 2017, a variable 11.24% applies to retail plan purchases, and a variable 19.24% applies to accounts subject to penalty APR. Minimum interest charge: 50¢. See Exchange Credit Program agreement for more details. **Upon account approval, new MILITARY STAR® accounts will receive a 10% discount for purchases the first day. The 10% discount only applies to purchases on the MILITARY STAR® line of credit and will be applied as a credit on the customer’s first monthly billing statement. Certain restrictions and limitations may apply. ^Standard terms and conditions apply. As of June 15, 2017, a variable 11.24% applies to retail plan purchases, and a variable 19.24% applies to accounts subject to penalty APR. Minimum interest charge: 50¢. See Exchange Credit Program agreement for more details.

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USO President Visits NAS Sigonella

SIGONELLA, Sicily (October 24, 2017) – Jack Crouch, the President of United Service Organizations (USO), is interviewed by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Matthew Young during Crouch’s visit to Naval Air Station (NAS) Sigonella. NAS Sigonella is an operational ashore base that enables U.S., allied, and partner nation forces to be where they are needed and when they are needed to ensure security and stability in Europe, Africa, and Southwest Asia. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christopher Gordon/Released)

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