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December 13, 2012

Vol. XXIX No.49

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NEWS AND INFORMATION FOR THE NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION

Stress Management Keeps the Holiday Blues at Bay By Patrick Gordon NDW Waterline Writer The Holiday season is one of family, friends, fun and good cheer. But it also comes with a faster pace, higher price tag, and growing stress level. Learning how to manage the stress of the holidays can help fight depression and keep the season jolly. AmandaWoodyard, education services facilitator for the Military Family Support Center (MFSC) at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, said that while stress is a normal part of the holidays, it can wear a person down. "This time of year, especially in the D.C. area, can be really stressful," said Woodyard. "Long commutes, high-profile jobs, and the expenses that come with that and the holiday can really get to you. But if you learn how to identify and control what stresses you out, you can manage that stress so that it doesn't begin to affect you negatively."

Woodyard explained that while a certain level of stress can be a motivator for some, everyone has a different amount of stress they feel comfortable dealing with. "We can't eliminate stress from our lives," saidWoodyard. "The key is how you deal with it; the people that can't bounce back from stress need to find the balance that can right them again." Woodyard warned that being overstressed can have a number of physical symptoms such as headaches, overall tension, changes in appetite, upset stomach, and disturbed sleep patterns. Emotional signs can develop as well, including reduced self esteem, being easily distracted, poor decision making, and generally feeling burned out. She added that more often than not, the stress of the holidays manifests itself as depression, generally known this time of year as the "holiday blues."

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U.S. Navy photo by Patrick Gordon

Amanda Woodyard, education services facilitator for the Military Family Support Center, gives a presentation on stress management at a Holiday Safety stand down at Washington Navy Yard in November. Increased stress around the holidays can lead to depression, known as the "holiday blues," and managing that stress can keep the blues away.

Naval District Washington Remembers Pearl Harbor By Patrick Gordon NDW Waterline writer

U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Kiona Miller

Former Navy Seaman and Pearl Harbor Survivor, Frank Yanick, and Rear Adm. Patrick J. Lorge, commandant of Naval District Washington, lay a wreath at the U.S. Navy Memorial commemorating the 71st anniversary of the Dec. 7, 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. The wreath laying ceremony is held annually at the Navy Memorial and is hosted by Naval District Washington.

Naval District Washington (NDW) observed Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day with a wreath laying ceremony at the U.S. Navy Memorial in Washington, D.C., Dec. 7. Rear Adm. Patrick Lorge, commandant of Naval DistrictWashington, hosted the event, which was attended by Pearl Harbor survivors Navy Seaman FrankYanick (ret.) and Marine Corps Maj. Bert Grasselli (ret.). The crisp air and gray sky in Washington, D.C., stood in stark contrast to the sunny morning 71 years ago when servicemembers stationed at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, fell victim to a surprise attack by Japanese forces in the morning hours of Dec. 7, 1941.The U.S. pacific fleet was nearly destroyed in the fight, with 18 U.S. ships damaged or sunk. American Sailors, Marines, soldiers and airmen fought bravely against two waves of Japanese attacks, at a cost of 2,402 American servicemembers killed and

another 1,247 wounded. The unexpected event ushered the United States in to World War II, and ultimately, on to victory. "We gather today in remembrance," said Capt. Gary Clore, regional chaplain for NDW. "On this day we remember the shock of unprovoked attack, but we also remember the resolve and courage of a nation that knew it must stand and fight for its cherished values. Today on this anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor we honor the memories of the brave Americans who gave their lives, as well as those who stood in our defense." After Clore's invocation, Lorge offered his thanks and respect to the visiting Pearl Harbor survivors, and presented them with Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam challenge coins in appreciation of their service and presence at the remembrance ceremony. Speaking about Yanick and Grasselli and their service during the attack, Lorge said that

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Happy Holidays from Naval District Washington From Rear Adm. Patrick Lorge Commandant, Naval District Washington As we approach the holiday season, let us take a moment to reflect on the past year and remind ourselves with the values we have as Americans and how fortunate we are to continue to safeguard this great nation. 2012 has been a magnificent year and I remain fortunate to serve as the commandant of such a diverse and significant region. I cannot thank you enough for the service and support you

have provided NDW and the Navy. The pride and professionalism you demonstrated each and every day was instrumental in carrying out our mission and making 2012 another successful year. As we bring closure to 2012, let's keep in mind our service members serving in harm's way around the world far from their family and friends. I ask that you keep them close in your prayers. And to our wounded warriors just returning home and recovering in treatment facilities, reach out to them and their families so they too experience the joy and hope

that this festive season brings. As you celebrate the holidays with your family, I encourage you to do so responsibly. Do not drink and drive, get plenty of rest before venturing out on the highway and watch out for your friends and shipmates. A few moments of forethought can ensure we all have a happy holiday and return safely for the start of another great year. May you and your family have a safe and joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year. God bless and my very best wishes for 2013.

Around the Yard What is your favorite part of the holidays?

Spending time with the family. Builder 2nd Class (SCW) Timothy Whelehan Construction Battalion Maintenance Unit 202 Washington, D.C.

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This Week in Naval History December 13

Pye becomes acting commander until Nimitz's arrival.

1775 - Continental Congress provides for the construction of five ships of 32 guns, five ships of 28 guns, and three ships of 24 guns 1941 - Cmdr. William A. Sullivan is designated the first Supervisor of Salvage with office in New York City.

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December 14

1814 - British squadron captures U.S. gunboats in Battle of Lake Borgne, La. 1944 - Rank of Fleet Admiral, U.S. Navy (five star admiral), is established. 1945 - Capt. Sue S. Dauser receives the first Distinguished Service Medal awarded to a nurse. 1965 - Navy announces the completion of a 1,272 ft. radio tower at North West Cape, Australia, the highest manmade structure in the Southern Hemisphere at the time, as a link in fleet communications.

December 15

1943 - Bureau of Naval Personnel releases Circular Letter on non-discrimination in Navy V-12 program. 1944 - Congress appoints first three of four Fleet Admirals. 1965 - Launch of Gemini 6 with Capt. Walter M. Schirra, Jr., USN, as Command Pilot. The mission included 16 orbits in 25 hours and 51 minutes. Recovery was by HS11 helicopters from USS Wasp (CVS-18) 1988 - End of Earnest Will convoy operations to escort reflagged tankers in the Persian Gulf.

Photo courtesy of U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command

"The Great White Fleet" painting by John Charles Roach, 1984, depicting U.S. Atlantic Fleet battleships steaming at sea during their 1907-1909 world cruise.

December 16

1821 - Lt. Robert F. Stockton and Dr. Eli Ayers, a naval surgeon and member of the American Colonizing Society, induce a local African king to sell territory for a colony which became the Republic of Liberia. 1907 - GreatWhite Fleet departs Hampton Roads, Va., to circumnavigate the world. 1922 - USS Bainbridge (DD-246) rescues 482 persons from burning French transport Vinh-Long. 1941 - USS Swordfish (SS-193) sinks Japanese cargo ship Atsutasan Maru. 1942 - Pharmacist's Mate First Class Harry B. Roby, USNR, performs an appendecto-

my on Torpedoman First ClassW. R. Jones on board USS Grayback (SS-208). It is the second appendectomy performed on board a submarine. 1998 - In Operation Desert Fox, Navy cruise missiles attack Iraq.

December 17 1846 - Ships under Commodore Matthew Calbraith Perry capture Laguna de Terminos during Mexican War. 1941 - Adm. Chester W. Nimitz named Commander in Chief, US Pacific Fleet, to relieve Adm. Husband Kimmel. Adm. William

1902 - Admiral of the Navy George Dewey receives orders to send his battleship to Trinidad and then to Venezuela to make sure that Great Britain's and Germany's dispute with Venezuela was settled by peaceful arbitration not force. 1944 - Admiral Halsey's Third Fleet encounters typhoon northeast of Samar. Destroyers USS Hull (DD-350), USS Monaghan (DD-354), and USS Spence (DD-512) sink, while 21 other ships are damaged. 1965 - River Patrol Force established in Vietnam. 1965 - Helicopters from HS-11 on USS Wasp (CVS-18) pick up crew and capsule of Gemini 7, after picking up the crew and capsule of Gemini 6 two days earlier. 1967 - Operation Preakness II begins in Mekong Delta, Vietnam. 1972 - Mining and bombing of NorthVietnam resumes with Linebacker II Operation.

December 19

1870 - After a month at sea in a 22-foot boat, CoxswainWilliam Halford, the lone survivor of five, reaches Hawaii to seek help for crew of USS Saginaw, wrecked near Midway Island. Rescuers reach the 88 Saginaw survivors Jan. 4, 1871.

Navy Announces Sea Shore Flow Update From Navy Personnel Command Public Affairs Sailors from ten enlisted communities will see their Sea Shore Flow (SSF) Enlisted Career Paths adjusted in the Navy's latest Sea Shore Flow Update, officials said Dec. 4. "Changes to the enlisted sea duty and shore duty billet base require periodic tour length updates to ensure proper manning of our ships, submarines, aviation squadrons, and other operational units," said Navy Personnel Command (NPC) Force Master Chief (AW/SW/NAC) Jon Port. "This year's Sea Shore Flow update released in NAVADMIN 361/12 is on a much smaller scale than the Sea Shore Flow revision implemented in 2011." Last year was the first revision to Sea Shore Flow since it was implemented in 2008 and impacted 44 out of 84 enlisted communities with over 118,000 Sailors facing longer sea tour lengths. This year, only 10 enlisted communities will be impacted and fewer than 9,000 Sailors will see longer sea tour lengths." Last year, the Navy also began a concerted efforttobalanceSSFforsea-intensiveratingsby increasing in-rate shore duty billets in Regional Maintenance Centers (RMCs), Afloat Training Groups (ATGs), and Fleet Readiness Centers (FRCs) among other critical shore activities. "These billets provide rating enhancing shore tour opportunities within Fleet concentration areas improving geographic stability for our Sailors and their families," said Rear Adm. Annie Andrews, Director Navy Total Force Division (OPNAV N12). "As an added benefit, in-rate shore duty billets in the RMCs, ATGs, and FRSs increase the total number of Sailors returning back to sea as skilled journeymen and supervisors; expand Fleet training capacity; and ultimately result in better personnel, training, and material readiness conditions on our ships, submarines and aviation squadrons."

U.S. Navy photo by MC1 Martin Cuaron

Operations Specialist Kyle Taylor, from Edison, N.J., observes passing ships through the "big eyes" during sunset aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Whidbey Island (LSD-41). Sailors from ten enlisted communities will see their Sea Shore Flow (SSF) Enlisted Career Paths adjusted in the Navy's latest Sea Shore Flow Update, officials said Dec. 4. SeaandshoretourlengthsaresetviatheSea Shore Flow NAVADMIN and are driven by the total number of sea and shore duty billets each enlistedcommunityneedstofill.Everyattempt is made to balance a Sailor's personal and career goals and desires with ensuring the Navy's sea duty manning needs are properly met. Among the changes announced in NAVADMIN 361/12, four ratings have increased sea tour lengths; two ratings have decreased sea tour lengths; two ratings have decreased shore tour lengths; one rating has decreased both sea and shore tour lengths; and one rating has decreased sea tour lengths and increased shore tour lengths. A summary of

the changes for the ten impacted communities and specific SSF Enlisted Career Paths for all ratings are listed in the NAVADMIN. Detailers will review the records of Sailors in the affected communities and make PRD adjustments as required. Once all of the PRD adjustments have been completed a formal notification will be issued and commands can review their EDVR (enlisted distribution and verification report) for the changes. According to message, Sailors with PRDs prior to August 2013 will not have their current PRD adjusted under the updated SSF tour lengths. Rating detailers at NPC will determine what PRD adjustments all other

Sailors will face based on the new policy and Fleet readiness. Sea Shore Flow was first implemented in 2008 to replace pay-grade driven Sea Shore Rotation. Sea Shore Flow Enlisted Career Paths are designed to ensure proper manning of all sea duty and front line operational billets. At the same time, SSF helps to provide a more desirable work-life balance throughout a Sailor's career by working to offset the often arduous nature of sea duty with predictable periods of meaningful work ashore. For more information read NAVADMIN 361/12 available at www.npc.navy.mil.

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NSA Washington-JBAB Fleet Family and Fun CAREER SUPPORT AND RETENTION The Transition Assistance Management Program (TAMP)

Offers an array of services and benefits to transitioning service members, including computers setup for individuals to go online to different job banks, college and scholarship resources and career assessment tools. Resume Writing Workshops are offered which includes Federal Resume Writing Interview Skills, information on veterans' benefits and a professional resource library; Two TAP Seminars and one Executive TAP Seminar - fiveday programs - are offered monthly sponsored by the departments of Labor andVeteran Affairs, and include information that will benefit the transitioning military member.

Family Employment Readiness Program (FERP)

Offers seven basic services, which include job search strategies, job readiness, resource information, job referral service, individual counseling assistance, career planning and links to education and volunteer opportunities.

Personal Financial Management (PFM)

Program offers individual and family financial counseling, financial classes, and is responsible for the Command Financial specialist training in the Region (NDW).

Improve your speaking skills with Helmsmen Toastmasters

JoinusThursdays, 7:30-8:45a.m.,atthePentagon Library and Conference Center. Toastmasters is an international organization that helpseveryonespeak,think,leadandlistenbetter. For more info, contact Carl Sabath at carl.sabath@osd.mil,703-695-2804,orElizabeth Femrite at elizabeth.m.femrite.civ@mail.mil, 571-256-8674.Remember,greatHelmsmensay, "Yes!" To learn more about Helmsmen Toastmasters, visit http://helmsmen.toastmastersclubs.org

DEPLOYMENT READINESS/ FAMILY SERVICES

and after delivery; information and referral for military and community resources; child development screenings and monitoring. All active duty members and their families who are pregnant and or have children in the home from infancy to three years old are eligible for these home visitation services.

Deployment/mobilization/readiness

Assisting Sailors and family members prepare for deployment, manage separations and reunite and reintegrate with families and community through services including the Family Accountability and Assessment System, Individual augmentee (IA) Indoc Course and Deployed Family Fun Days.

Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP)

Provides assistance to service members with special needs children and family members with medical needs including resource referral to medical, counseling and educational services, support groups and care providers. Assists in finding duty stations where needs are met. Mandatory enrollment per OPNAVINST 1754.2D.

MWR Happenings Kraving Kabob Food Truck

Weekdays | 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. There's a new food service option on board theWashington NavyYard. The "Kraving Kabob" Food Truck will begin serving lunch in the DS Barry Parking Lot behind building 292 across from the Navy Museum. Kraving Kabob infuses a variety of authentic homemade American, Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine that will leave you Kraving for more. Food Items include chicken kabob wraps, chicken soulvaki wraps, lamb gyro wraps, steak and cheese subs, fish and chips, falafel sandwich as well as a veggie sandwich. Items can be purchased alone, with french fries or a platter with rice and salad. Come out and enjoy something new for lunch!

Here's to the Heroes

Provides presentations to help commands meet requirements, as well as enhance operational and personal readiness including parenting skills training, couples communication, anger and stress management, conflict resolution, Child Abuse Awareness, Spouse Abuse Awareness and suicide prevention. Trainings can be customized to fit needs of the command.

SeaWorld Parks and Entertainment is opening its doors to the armed forces and their families through Dec. 31 by offering a single day complimentary admission. The dedication and sacrifice of our military is immeasurable. As a salute to our heroes, Sesame Place, SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Adventure Island andWater Country USA wish to extend a message of thanks to those who serve. This deal is available to active duty, activated or drilling Reservists, National Guardsmen, coalition forces and up to three direct dependents. Valid military identification and dependent IDs required. For program eligibility and to register online, visit www.herosalute.com.

New Parent Support Program (NPS)

Family Highlights at the Newseum

Life Skills Education

Assists new parents in coping with the demands of parenting and military life through parenting education and training and home visits to new parents prior to delivery

Open daily | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pennsylvania Avenue and Sixth Street, NW, Washington, D.C. Tickets: Adults (19 to 64) $21.95; Seniors

FFR/MWR Phone numbers Child Development Programs

Child Development Center 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 767-2890 Child Development Center 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 404-8071 Child Development Center 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (202) 433-0771 Child Development Homes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (202) 433-3223 or (202) 404-1454 Regional Child Placement Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 433-3055 or (877) 269-9322 Regional Child & Youth School Liaison Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (202) 433-0942

Family Housing

JBAB Housing Office 1, Bldg 414 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 433-0346 JBAB Housing Office 2, Bldg 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 404-6828

Fitness Centers & Information, Tickets, and Tours (ITT)

JBAB Fitness Center 1, Bldg 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 767-5895 JBAB Fitness Center 2, Bldg 419 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 433-2962 Washington Navy Yard, bldg. 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 433-2484/2829

Military and Family Support Center

JBAB MFSC Bldg 72 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 433-6151 JBAB MFSC Bldg 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 767-0450

Liberty Program (E1-E6 Single/Unaccompanied Service Members)

Liberty Center, bldg. 72 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (202) 685-1802 JBAB Liberty Program Office, Bldg. 72 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 433-2636 JBAB Liberty Center, Bldg. 72 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 685-1802

Food & Beverage

Catering and Conference Center, WNY Bldg. 211 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 433-3041 Mordecai Booth's Public House, WNY Bldg. 101 . . . . . . . . .(202) 678-0514 or (202) 433-3041 Furnari Restaurant, JBAB Bldg. 418 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 433-2574

Other Important Numbers

WFR Administrative Office, JBAB Bldg. 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (202) 767-7707 WFR Marketing and Special Events Office, JBAB Bldg. 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (202) 767-1371 Gateway Inns and Suites, JBAB Bldg. 602 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 404-7050 MWR Sports Program/Sports Complex Rental, JBAB Bldg. 419 . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 685-0483 Outdoor Recreation, JBAB Bldg. 928 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .(202) 767-9136 Vehicle Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (202) 767-9136/8562

(65+), military and students with valid ID $17.95;Youth (7 to 18) $12.95; Children (6 and younger) Free Come to the Newseum in Washington, D.C., for family-friendly fun and educational exhibits. Shake, rattle and roll through some of the most dramatic events in journalism history at the "I-Witness" 4-D Time Travel Adventure.Visit the "Be a Reporter" station in the NBC News Interactive Newsroom and record your own newscast, complete with cameras and teleprompters. Go inside an East German guard tower and see eight sections of the original Berlin Wall at the Berlin Wall Gallery. And see some of the top dogs who have resided with the president at the nation's most prestigious address in the "First Dogs" exhibit. Join us for the living history!

Washington Wizards Home Game Tickets

Your NSAW MWR ITT Office hasWashingtonWizards Home GameTickets available for pre-order! There are limited numbers of games and tickets so please stop by or call today for information. MWR Ticket Office - 202-433-2484 | MWR Travel Office - 202-685-8298

Holiday Party at the Pub

Thursday, Dec. 13 | 4 to 8 p.m. | Mordecai Booth's Public House Start the holiday party season off right at

the Pub for their annual Holiday Party! Wear your holiday bling and enjoy music by DJ Scott, great giveaways, delicious finger foods and drinks.

WNY Fitness Center December Group Exercise Schedule Monday 10:45-11:30 a.m. - Pilates 11:40 a.m.-12:25 p.m. - Chiseled Physique 12:35-1:20 p.m. - Ultimate Circuit Tuesday 8:30-9:15 a.m. - Basic Training Challenge 10:45-11:30 a.m. - Ultimate Circuit 11:40 a.m.-12:25 p.m. - Yoga 12:35-1:20 p.m. - Chiseled Physique Wednesday 6:30 a.m.-7:15 a.m. - Pilates 10:45-11:30 a.m. - Zumba - NEW!! 11:40a.m.-12:25p.m.-UltimateConditioning 4:15-5 p.m. - Yoga Thursday 8:30-9:15 a.m. - Basic Training Challenge 10:45-11:30 a.m. - Ultimate Circuit 11:40 a.m.-12:25 p.m. - Boot Camp 12:35-1:20 p.m. - Chiseled Physique Friday 6:30-7:15 a.m. - Pilates 11-11:45 a.m. - Peaks and Valleys Noon-12:45 p.m. - Pilates

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Toys For Tots

Naval Services Family Line is a toy drop off location for the Marines' Toys for Tots. Please bring a new unwrapped toy to our office located onThe NavyYard by Dec. 16. Our address is 1043 Harwood Street SE, Bldg 154 Suite 100; Washington Navy Yard, Washington, D.C. 20374. We are available for drop off Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please place in theToys forTots box. For further information please call Naval Services Family Line 202-433-2333 during office hours.

Joint Women's Leadership Symposium

The Sea Service Leadership Association has opened registration for its 26th annual Joint Women's Leadership Symposium, the largest gathering of military women in the nation.Women from each of the five service branches are invited to register.The two-day symposium will be held March 10-12, 2013, at the Gaylord National Hotel & Convention Center in National Harbor, Md. Attendees may register at www.sealeader.org.

Volunteers Needed to Support Wreaths Across America 2012

Holiday wreaths will be placed on graves at Arlington National Cemetery Saturday, Dec. 15, beginning at 9:30 a.m. In conjunction with wreaths sponsored through the Wreaths Across America program, there will be wreaths placed at Arlington in the older sections of the cemetery, and in section 60 where many of those lost in our current conflicts are buried. TheWreaths Across America motto is "Remember, Honor and Teach," recognizing that freedom isn't free as so many have paid the ultimate price to protect the freedom of our great nation. For more information contact Naval DistrictWashington Regional Community Service Program at 202-433-6854. To volunteer for this project go to www.cnic.navy.mil/ndw scroll to community service program and click for the on-line registration.

Navy Beats Army for Eleventh Consecutive Year

U.S. Navy photo by MC2 Alexia Rivera

Midshipman 3rd Class Noah Copeland dives into the end zone for a touchdown in the first half of the 113th Army-Navy game at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia Dec. 8. The midshipmen rallied to a lategame victory of 17-13, earning the service academies' Commander in Chief Trophy in the process.

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A suggested selection of fruits and vegetables to fill up half your plate for a healthy meal. By MC2 John K. Hamilton NSAB Public Affairs staff writer For many the holiday season usually means time spent with family and the opportunity to enjoy some of your favorite holiday meals, but experts suggest you should watch what you eat and stay active to avoid any unwanted holiday pounds. "There is plenty of food available and, as a culture, we have decided it's a part of happiness and tied into family," said Lt. Nelson Guadalupe, chief of outpatient nutrition services at the Nutrition Services Department of Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. "Food is one of those things that we share with each other, but it's really not that hard to keep a healthy diet during the holidays, you just have to have portion control and portion sizes. You really shouldn't limit what you're going to eat, just limit the portion size." Guadalupe says a good rule of thumb is to keep half of your plate green and then you can fill up the other half of your plate with foods you enjoy. "During your main meal you want to keep half your plate filled with fruits and vegetables. So if you're going to have any types of greens, if you're going to have any types of salads and if there is going to be any baked or grilled vegetables, load up at least half your plate on that so that you get the really good vitamins, minerals and antioxidants," he said. "A quarter of your plate should be protein that you like, [such as] that chicken, turkey or ham or any other proteins.The other quarter of your plate should be carbohydrates." Guadalupe suggests a palm sized portion for proteins and carbohydrates, which equals about three ounces. He says that's about how much you should be having for each meal. "The palm is actually a good rule of thumb for everybody," he said. "Everybody's palm is a different size but your palm is made for you. So, a palm size for the protein and a palm size

for the carbohydrates, and those can be anything from mashed potatoes, to rice or it can be pasta, so keep that in mind." Guadalupe says we all want to have fun during the holidays but should keep alcohol consumption to a minimum. "One shot of liquor, eight ounces of beer or four ounces of wine is all going to equal about 100 calories, he said. "If you want to put that into perspective, you have to walk or run one whole mile to burn that off, so you don't want to drink 500 calories. Think about it, you have to run about five miles to burn that off." Master-at-Arms 1st Class Michael Gamba, NSAB command fitness leader for Naval Support Activity Bethesda suggests staying active during the holidays. "Continue doing what you're doing, but if you don't already have a [workout] program, look into one," said Gamba. "The fitness club has tons of classes in the evenings and sometimes during lunch. People can participate in anything from Zumba to lift classes. They've got trainers that you can get with just to keep active. That's going to be the biggest thing, don't stay sedentary and don't over eat." To maintain a decent weight, Gamba says you should have at least 30 to 45 minutes of sustained exercise three to four times per week. Sustained exercise is where you get the heart rate up to your target cardio rate, which is different for everyone. "Generally, if you start running, it takes almost 20 minutes to get your heart rate up," said Gamba. "So, if you figure you're going to run, it should be for an average of 50 minutes just to get a good workout. If you can get to where 30 to 45 minutes is a sustained workout, you're looking pretty good. That's why I say the classes are good. Jump into those three or four times a week and you'll be solid."

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Reviewed by Cmdr. Youssef Aboul-Enein Bismarck: A Life by Prof. Jonathan Steinberg. Published by Oxford University Press, NewYork. 592 pages, 2011. Otto von Bismarck is unique among political leaders, mostly in that he was instrumental in the unification of Germany in 1871. He accomplished this feat by sheer will of political personality, maintaining the favor of three kings, and rising to become Germany's first chancellor. Bismarck matters in the realm of military studies, because of his employment of balance of power politics to keep Europe peaceful from 1871 to the outbreak ofWorldWar I. Jonathan Steinberg's new biography of Bismarck attempts to explore the deep psychology of Bismarck using his personal correspondence. As a young man unsure of himself and his political career, he reveals early on the desperation of undirected ambition. The book takes you not only into Bismarck's mind, but explains the details of events that led to German unification. It opens in 1851, when French President Louis Napoleon, a relative of Napoleon Bonaparte, used the electoral process to create the Second Republic in France before crowning himself Emperor Napoleon III. The French of that period voted to restore French glory and thereby created a dictatorship, sacrificing democracy for visions of glory. The reac-

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tionary politics of France caused concern among Germany's states over an alliance between France and Austria that would leave such states as Prussia and Bavaria vulnerable. This feeling of insecurity would drive smaller German states to Prussia, the largest. Until the creation of the French Second Republic, Prussia and Austria were bitter rivals. The book is not just about Bismarck, but the leaders he would interact with, creating a rich history of Europe as a battlefield in the mid-19th century. The book features military leaders such as Helmuth von Moltke, who in 1857 was appointed Chief of the Great General Staff. Moltke was an avid practitioner of Kriegspiel, elaborate war games that were the forerunners of tabletop exercises now conducted by computers in many military's today. Lack of resources led him away from the cavalry and towards topography, giving him

an immersion into terrain, logistics, and the movement of masses of soldiers in the art of warfare. Another military leader that Prussia was graced with was General Albrecht von Roon, a leading reformer of the Prussian Army, whose alteration of enlistments created an army of 300,000 men, and whose modernization of the military led to victories in Denmark (1863), Austria (1866), and finally France itself (1870). While the American CivilWar raged from 1861 to 1865, Europe sent military observers to the United States to perfect such innovations as the railroad, the telegraph, and advances in weapons in warfare. The Franco-PrussianWar saw the first widespread use of the breach loading rifle, a primitive machine gun, the employment of a general staff to coordinate war. The French had excellent rifles, but the Prussians employed excellent breach loading artillery that devastated French infantry. The Prussians mobilized over 450,000 men and concentrated them using the railways to face a disorganized French army of 270,000. The French supposedly lost 100,000 men in the chaos of mobilization. Bismarck was not without faults and part of his political success was the use of bigotry. For instance Bismarck, a devout Lutheran, drove wedges between German liberals using anti-Semitism and broke apart the rival Center Party, representing Catholics, by

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IT, Civilian Job Classification ConcernsTown Hall Discussion By Bernard S. Little WRNMMC Journal staff writer Information technology (IT) and civilian job classification concerns topped the discussion at town hall meetings recently at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC). The Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) and enlisted training were among other topics addressed during the three, hour-long meetings held in the medical center's Memorial Auditorium, in addition to IT concerns and the ongoing civilian position description review and standardization project. Navy Lt. Marion Vanzie, deputy chief information officer atWRNMMC, said work to upgrade the medical center's network is scheduled to begin this week and continue through March 2013. He stressed the upgrade will have minimal impact on patient care while the work is completed in multiple areas throughout the medical center, and departments will be made aware of downtimes beforehand. Public wireless installation is also planned for Buildings 9, 9A, 10, 19 and 27 with scheduled completion in March 2013, Vanzie added. He said the wireless service will be for patient waiting areas and inpatients rooms, but not for clinical areas and offices. The IT department has also increased its help desk support staff, is installing a

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Air Force Tech. Sgt. Pamela Shurn asks a question during a recent town hall meeting at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Information technology and civilian job classification concerns topped the discussion at the meeting. new trouble ticket system, and sending all IT staff to training to improve customer service, said Vanzie. Within the last two months, the department has reduced the number of outstanding trouble tickets from 4,395 to 3,000. "What recently became an issue for the IT department are unauthorized [non Department of Defense-issued] devices being linked to our network," Vanzie said. "It's illegal, [and] people can lose their jobs and their security over it." Leslie McGlothlin, civilian human resources advisor to the Manpower and Personnel Directorate (J-1), Joint Task Force National Capital Region Medical Command (JTF CapMed), went on to address the position description (PD) regional classification review concerning more than 4,000 jobs in the National Capital Area. She said this involves a "twopronged process to make

sure every civilian job description across [the JTF CapMed] is properly classified [with] the right series and grade." First, supervisors will review current PD descriptions to determine if they are accurate and complete, McGlothlin said. According to the human resources advisor, supervisors have submitted revision for approximately 70 percent of PDs for the military treatment facilities (MTFs). "We've asked supervisors [to] broaden job descriptions and make them more generic," McGlothlin added, explaining this is so descriptions can be used fill jobs at various MTFs in the JTF. She said the revised PD descriptions will then go to the Civilian Human Resources Center for classification. "We want people to know what is going on, [and] we

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PEARL HARBOR Continued from 1 "each took different paths on that fateful day, and as we look back on that, we understand what a great sacrifice that was; not only what they did, but more importantly, what they did for us." The event included a full color guard provided by the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard, including two members dressed in WWIIera Navy uniforms to honor the service of their forebears. The U.S. Navy band played to the crowd, and offered a solemn rendition of taps when Lorge,Yanek and guest speaker Paul Stillwell laid a wreath in honor of Pearl Harbor veterans. Still well, author of "Air Raid: Pearl Harbor!" and a retired U.S. Navy Reserve commander, spoke of his service with Pearl Harbor survivors, and their memories of that grave day in 1941. He recounted vivid descriptions from survivors, one of whom said that defending against the air attack "was like trying to swat down bumble bees in a phone booth; all so close that you can't get at them." Stillwell closed the ceremony with a simple statement that summarized the reverence felt for the Pearl Harbor survivors, past and present. "Sadly, many Pearl Harbor survivors are gone," said Stillwell, "But their memories remain." For more photos of the NDW Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day wreath laying, visit www.facebook.com/NavDistWash.

The U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard escort U.S. Marine Corps retired Maj. Albert Grasselli into the Naval Heritage Center, located at the U.S. Navy Memorial, following the wreath laying ceremony.

Members of the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard parade the state and territorial flags of the United States at the Navy Memorial for the Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day wreath Laying.

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Former Navy Seaman and Pearl Harbor Survivor, Frank Yanick, Rear Adm. Patrick J. Lorge, commandant of Naval District Washington, and retired U.S. Navy Reserve Cmdr. Paul Stillwell, render honors during a wreath laying ceremony at the U.S. Navy Memorial commemorating the 71st anniversary of the Dec. 7, 1941, Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. U.S.

Rear Adm. Patrick J. Lorge, commandant of Naval District Washington, speaks with former Navy Seaman and Pearl Harbor Survivor, Frank Yanick, during a wreath laying ceremony at the U.S. Navy Memorial commemorating the 71st anniversary of the Dec. 7, 1941 Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.

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Author of "Intrepid Sailors", Chipp Reid, signs copies of his book after giving a lecture at the Naval Museum Educational Center Dec. 4. "Intrepid Sailors" tells the story of Commodore Edward Preble and the legendary efforts of "Preble's Boys" to subdue the pirate leader of Tripoli, who declared war on the United States in 1801. 1036080

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X-47B UCAS Catapult Launch Makes Naval Aviation History By Jamie Cosgrove Program Executive Office Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons Public Affairs The X-47B Unmanned Combat Air System demonstrator successfully completed its inaugural land-based catapult launch at Naval Air Station Patuxent River Nov. 29, marking the start of a new era for naval aviation. "Carrier-based unmanned aircraft will change the concept of operations for the carrier-controlled airspace," said Rear Adm. Mat Winter, the program executive officer for Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons. "The N-UCAS program's goal is to demonstrate integration of an unmanned aircraft into a carrier environment and reduce technical risk associated with developing potential future unmanned, carrier-compatible systems." The Navy's first-ever steam catapult launch of the pilotless X-47B ensures the vehicle can structurally handle the rigors of the unique and stringent aircraft carrier environment. "The X-47B shore-based catapult launch we witnessed here today will leave a mark in history," said Vice Adm. David Dunaway, NAVAIR commander. "We are working toward the future integration of unmanned aircraft on the carrier deck, something we didn't envision 60 years ago when the steam catapult was first built here." Since the birth of naval aviation, engineers have relied on experienced test pilots to help evaluate aircraft flying qualities and structural suitability. Today, the Navy UCAS integrated test team relied solely on data from a pre-programmed automated X-47B aircraft to achieve these data points. "This test, in addition to the extensive modeling and simulation done prior to today, gives us great confidence in the X-47B's ability to operate on the flight deck," said Capt. Jaime

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Launching crew prepares the X-47B Unmanned Combat Air System for its first land-based catapult launch Nov. 29 from NAS Patuxent River. Engdahl, the Navy UCAS program manager. The combined Navy and Northrop Grumman team will continue ground-based catapult verification and final flight software validation at Pax River before embarking on USS Harry S.Truman (CVN 75) later this month for its initial sea trials.

The Navy will use the X-47B to demonstrate the first carrier-based launches and recoveries by an autonomous, unmanned aircraft in 2013. "We are breaking new ground with the development of a carrier-based system that enables launch and recovery support of an un-

manned platform off a carrier flight deck," Engdahl said. "Every test we are conducting at Pax River and at sea is a historic milestone for naval aviation." To see watch the first-ever X-47B catapult launch, visit http://youtube/gHt Mow d8eWc.

Secretary of Defense Salutes Walter Reed Bethesda Staff By Bernard S. Little WRNMMC Journal staff writer Referring toWalter Reed National Military Medical Center (WRNMMC) as "a place where miracles happen," Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta presented more than 300 WRNMMC staff members with his official coin Dec. 4, thanking them for the service to the nation. "You are the miracle workers," Panetta said to theWRNMMC staff. "We are extremely proud and extremely fortunate to welcome our troops and their families back from war into your caring arms." Panetta's visit was not only to thank staff, but also to observe the one-year anniversary of the medical center's dedication as WRNMMC, the Department of Defense's largest health-care facility resulting from the integration of the formerWalter Reed Army Medical Center and former National Naval Medical Center. "Secretary Panetta, just over a year ago, you hosted the dedication ceremony for what was then the new Walter Reed National Military Medical Center," said Rear Adm. Alton L. Stocks, WRNMMC commander. "Your words touched many of us that day because you pointed out it's the people who make the biggest difference in the start of the new medical center. Many of those people are here today [and] we stand before you as [one] team." The admiral then presented the secretary of defense with a coin depicting the joint military service health-care facility he calls "the Nation's Medical Center."

"I commend all of you for your willingness to work together as a team and to make this a success," Panetta said. "What you have here is a world-class center for healing, for compassion and for empowerment. "This is a season of renewal, a season of joy, of peace and of looking to the future and being thankful for the past, and all of that is encompassed in this great medical center," Panetta continued. "That's what it is all about -- giving people that second chance at life, and that's what you do." As secretary of defense, Panetta said the toughest part of his job is writing notes to the families of those who have lost loved ones in war. "It's tough because as the father of three sons, recognizing the pain that the family must feel at the lost of a loved one is something that leaves a deep impact on me." He called those who sacrificed their lives in service to their country, and "for all they loved, American heroes forever." He added the most memorable moments of his job are coming toWalter Reed Bethesda and visiting wounded warriors, "because the opportunity to be able to look into their eyes and see a spirit of wanting to fight on, and wanting to get back into the battle and wanting to be whole again and knowing if they fight hard enough, they'll make that work." The secretary said these wounded warriors have an "undying spirit of renewal" which represents the spirit of America. "We as a nation owe them an incredible debt of gratitude for their service and for their sacrifice -- men and women who are willing to put their lives on the line for this country, who are willing to fight and die for the United

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Rear Adm. Alton L. Stocks, Walter Reed National Military Medical Center commander, presents a coin to Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta, who visited the "Nation's Medical Center" Dec. 4. States of America, that represents the great strength of our country," Panetta said. "[They] are the heart and soul of what makes us the strongest country in the world." The secretary said when those who put so much on the line for their country are injured, "we owe them the finest medical care the nation can provide. That's why I'm so grateful we have the greatest medical health care system in the world.

"The strength of our system lies in you, and people like you -- thousands of dedicated professionals who are committed to caring for our sick and for our injured," Panetta told the WRNMMC staff. "Today I want to thank you, along with the entire military medical community, for the exceptional care and exceptional support that you provide for our service

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Upcoming ShipShape Weight Management Program By Leigh Houck Health Educator Washington Navy Yard Branch Health Clinic The Branch Health Clinic Washington Navy Yard will offer the next session of the ShipShapeWeight Management Program for active duty members from Jan. 10 through Feb. 28, 2013. Classes will meet Thursday afternoons from noon - 1:30 p.m. in the classroom at the Branch Health Clinic, Building 175. Participants are required to attend no fewer than seven of the eight classes. ShipShape is an eight-week program that reflects the current most up-to-date knowledge on weight loss. It is designed to assist active duty members in meeting the Department of Navy body composition standards. Active duty members may self refer or will get a referral from their Command Fitness Leader if they have failed the body composition assessment portion of the Physical Fitness Assessment. The program presents a healthy and permanent approach to weight loss and provides basic information on nutrition, stress management, physical activity, and behavior modification techniques to lower and maintain a healthy body weight. Participants will learn about goal setting, building support systems, portion control, and handling obstacles to exercising. For active duty members unable to attend ShipShape and who need help managing and losing weight, Military One Source offers oneon-one coaching. The following frequently asked questions will get you started. What is Health Coaching? This is an intensive one-on-one coaching program that utilizes both phone and Internet to help participants achieve lifestyle changes.

STRESS Continued from 1 The holiday blues are usually short lived, from a few days to a few weeks. While these feelings of anxiety or depression can seem overwhelming for some, there are a number of things that can help to fight the stress that can lead to the holiday blues. The Naval Safety Center advises maintaining good health during the holiday season by eating right, exercising regularly and getting plenty of rest. A good routine of diet and exercise promotes energy and structure, which will help when facing certain stressors that can be physically draining and unpredictable. Woodyard also advised utilizing a technique called "self-talk," where a person calmly talks to themselves in a positive way. "Your beliefs and perceptions influence how you feel and ultimately how you act," said Woodyard. "Use your inner dialogue to reflect positively on yourself and the things around you as a way to combat stress. What I like to say is, 'talk yourself in to, not out of.'" Woodyard recommends using "thought stoppage" as a stress-fighting technique as well. Once a negative thought presents itself, simply tell yourself "stop," and replace the negative thought with positive ones, with a focus on finding a solution to whatever caused the thought in the first place. She

What is the goal of this program? The goal is to facilitate permanent, healthy weight control through lifestyle modification in nutrition and physical activity. For whom is this program intended? The program is ideal for Reserve component members and for active duty members who exceed or are at risk of exceeding BCA requirementsbutdonothaveaccesstotheShipShape program. Family members and retirees that wish to achieve a healthier weight, or who arereferredbytheirproviderforweight-related medical problems, may also attend. When can I sign up? The program is available now. Participants can sign up online or by phone. How do I register for the program? YoumustestablishafreeaccountwithMilitary One Source and enroll at www.militaryonesource.com.Clickonthe"CounselingOptions" tab and select Health and Wellness Coaching. To sign up with a coach, call 1-800342-9647orscheduleonlinecoachingsessions. Who is eligible for online counseling? Anyone who is eligible for Military OneSource services is eligible for online counseling, except for children under 18 and people with issues and conditions described in the previous answer above. Military OneSource is available any time worldwide to all active duty, Guard, and Reserve members, regardless of activation status, and their families as well as to deployed civilians and their families. Is there a limit to the number of online sessions?Yes. A person who is referred to online counseling may receive up to 12 sessions per issue within a 12-month period. To register for the program or get further information,pleasecalltheHealthEducatorat202433-6311oremailleigh.houck@med.navy.mil. added that one of the best ways of fighting stress and combating the holiday blues is to build your emotional reserves. "Building your emotional reserves will allow you to cope with stress in a much easier way than otherwise," saidWoodyard. "Pursue realisticgoals,expectandacceptsomefrustrations and failures, give yourself a break once and a while, and probably more important than anything is to develop supportive relationships with friends, family and coworkers." She explained that having a network of support is like having a safety net to fall back on when stressors can seem overwhelming, and there are plenty of outlets for people if they feel bogged down by the holidays. Woodyard suggests talking to friends, family, clergy or contacting MFSC when feeling overwhelmed by stress or depression. "It's really important for you to find someone you can connect with, so that you feel you don't have to carry that burden alone," saidWoodyard. "And sometimes, you might be the person someone comes to for help. The person who comes to you for help may not be a best friend, but it's important that they know you care." Whatever your plans for the holiday season, don't let the holiday blues get the better of you.Formoreinformation,visittheNavalSafety Center at http://safetycenter.navy.mil/, or MFSC at www.cnic.navy.mil/JBAB/WarfighterAndFamilyReadiness/SupportServices/index.htm.

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DISCUSSION Continued from 6 want supervisors to communicate with their employees and with their leadership," McGlothlin said. Supervisors will make final decisions on PD content and implementation; leadership will be notified of reclassification results; and employees will receive notification of reclassification results and effective date, she added. Responding to concerns regarding employees being downgraded as part of the PD classification study, McGlothlin explained JTF CapMed has a policy in place requiring every effort be made to avoid adverse impact to employees during the review. "If a position is downgraded through no fault of the employee, the employee [will be] placed into grade retention for two years," McGlothlin said. During this two-year period, the employee continues to receive locality pay, within-grade increases, 100 percent of comparability increases, and [up] for consideration for other federal positions based on the retained grade. The employee will also be enrolled in the Priority Placement Program (PPP) to try to place an employee into a position at the same grade from which the employee has been demoted. Employees whose grade retention has expired are eligible for pay retention, McGlothlin added. This means that the employee's pay is set as high as possible in the new grade and if the pay exceeds the top step of new grade, pay continues indefinitely at current (retained) rate.While on retained pay, the employee does not receive within-grade increases and receives 50 percent of general increases. "Pay retention is indefinite as long as that employee stays in that job," she added. McGlothlin said the job classification review was originally targeted for completion by Dec. 31. Given the high number of PDs, it will be a challenge to meet that deadline, she explained, but she expects the project to be completed soon after. During the town hall, staff members were also briefed about the CFC campaign, the only authorized solicitation of federal employees in their workplaces on behalf of approved charitable organizations, running through Dec. 15

SALUTE Continued from 8 members, the men and women in uniform, for their families,[and] for our military retirees.You give them a second chance at life." There continues to be challenges faced by WRNMMC and the military medical community as the nation continues at war, which has lasted more than a decade -- "the longest sustained period of war in the history of the United States, [and there has been] a non-stop flow of casualties," the defense secretary said. "Our military medical community has risen to the challenge, time and time and time again," Panetta added. "You provided thorough and effective care for over 50,000 wounded warriors, and you've helped ensure that millions of our men and women in uniform are healthy and able to perform their vital missions." He added 98 percent of the wounded who reach combat support hospitals survive their injuries, "the highest rate of survival this country has ever achieved.You make this happen by standing side-by-side as one time, as one joint facility.You have become one of the best medical teams in the world," the secretary added. Panetta said DoD must continue to be ready to meet troops returning from war, physical health, emotional well-being, and successful transition back into society. "We [have] to be ready to meet those challenges," he said. "Since 2001, nearly 250,000 men and women of the armed services have suffered

atWalter Reed Bethesda.The medical center's goal is to contact all those eligible to contribute to CFC-approved charities, and raise $387,495, according to Army Capt. Michael Baker, CFC campaign coordinator at WRNMMC. Approximately 100 percent of those eligible individuals have been contacted since the campaign began Sept. 19, and nearly $100,000 has been collected, according to Baker. "It's not too late to donate," said Baker. He added a CFC charity fair with some of the organizations that fall under the CFC umbrella, will be Dec. 10 in Building 2, first floor, in front of Morale, Welfare and Recreation's Information, Tickets and Travel (ITT) office, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., where staff members can learn more about their services. Chief Hospital Corpsman James Granlund went on to explain enlisted training opportunities at Walter Reed Bethesda. Courses are available to all service members, he said. "We provide a realistic training environment, and give you the opportunity to be ready for evolutions [in military medicine]," he said. Some courses provided atWRNMMC include emergency medical training, basic life support, the practical nurse course, dialysis technician course, and pediatric advanced life support. General military monthly training is offered Soldiers and Sailors in suicide prevention, threat awareness, equal opportunity, sexual harassment/assault and response, alcohol abuse awareness, money management, and operational stress. Monthly training for Airmen is completed online. A week-long trauma symposium will be held Jan. 28 through Feb. 2 at WRNMMC, Granlund added.The event will include courses covering advance burn life support, prehospital trauma life support, trauma nursing core, tactical combat casualty care, hospital man skills basic and suturing, and emergency nursing pediatric course. For more information concerning education and training at WRNMMC, or the trauma symposium, contact Granlund at james.e.granlund@health.mil or at 301-295-5215. Additional town hall meetings will be scheduled in the future, allowing staff to continue addressing their concerns and to stay informed.

traumatic brain injuries, and many more remain undiagnosed." He cited a number of initiatives undertaken to care and diagnosed wounded warriors with TBI, including the building of concussion restoration centers in combat theaters, and the development of TBI centers at many military bases around the world including at WRNMMC. Suicide also remains a challenge for DoD, just as it has for society as a whole, Panetta said. "The greatest challenge is identifying those who need our help," said the secretary, urging service members to look out for one another. He added in the past year, the Veterans Affairs Department and DoD have committed an additional $150 million to support mental health awareness, diagnosis and treatment. "We're working to increase the number of mental health professionals, improve access to suicide hotlines [and] emphasize family counseling," Panetta said. "We've got to continue this fight on every front. We've got to make people in the chain of command, people that serve next to each other in a squad, have a sense for looking out for one another, of spotting those conditions, of understanding that there may be trouble. "You are, as I said, miracle workers, the absolute best at what you do, and we owe it to you to make sure that you have the full support you need in order to do your job. Your skill, your dedication -- that tender compassionate care that you provide those who serve in uniform, those qualities are second to none," Panetta concluded.

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and the Nazis. Those interested in European history, the beginnings ofWorldWar I, and the use of balance of power as well as the application of real politics in foreign affairs will enjoy this new book. Editor's Note: Cmdr. Aboul-Enein teaches part time at the National Defense University's Eisenhower School of National Security and Resource Strategy, and is the author of "Militant Islamist Ideology: Understanding the Global Threat." Aboul-Enein wishes to thank the National Defense University Library for providing the book for this review.

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