Panorama July 24, 2015

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60th year, No. 29

Serving the NATO, Naples and Gaeta Military Community in Italy

Friday, July 24, 2015

USO Welcomes Troops Home From Afghanistan From USO Naples

USO Naples welcomed home 22 Soldiers from the 2nd NATO Signal Battalion, Deployable Communications Module, Charlie Company (DCM-C) who returned from a six month deployment to Afghanistan on July 18, 2015. After a heart-melting homecoming at the Naval Support Activity (NAS) Naples Support Site, everyone was invited to breakfast, hosted by the USO, which was led by Programs & Volunteer Coordinator Shannon McCaulley. The USO Volunteers served homemade muffins and juice to the troops and families, to complement the burritos prepared by the Army Family Readiness Group (FRG) volunteers. USO Volunteers Patrick Brooks and Amonisha Daniel, also presented the returning Soldiers with a gift voucher for a free USO Tour and a USO teddy bear. Welcome home Bravo Company, and thank you for your service.

Statement by Rear Adm. Jackson during July 22 Chattanooga Law Enforcement Press Conference From Navy Region Southeast Public Affairs

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Just six days ago (on July 16, 2015), a senseless act of violence at both the Chattanooga Navy Recruiting Station and the Navy Operational Support Center claimed the lives of five members of our Department of Navy family. My deepest sympathies remain with the families of our Sailor and four Marines whose lives were taken during these unimaginable acts of violence. The grave impact reaches far and wide. On behalf of Navy leadership, I would especially like to thank the Chattanooga Police Department under the leadership of Chief Fletcher, and the first responders who reacted and responded with such veracity and determination that they most certainly saved lives. Additionally, the leadership from, and the coordination amongst the federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies to conduct a thorough investigation are comprehensive and reassuring. We are committed to work with our partners in law enforcement represented here with me on this stage to investigate, review and guard against future vulnerabilities and to safeguard the security of our service members and their families. It is an absolute imperative. Throughout our nation’s history, Sailors and Marines have served overseas, in harm’s way, and have

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Photo by Stephanie BC Photography

SECDEF: ForceProtection Steps Reviewed DoD News

USO Naples hosted two Princess & Pirates Tea Party sessions July 22 at the Support Site Community Center for many young princesses and pirates from the local military community. Each party included games, activities, crafts, “tea” with snacks, and personalized certificates with a take-home gift. Photo by MCC Travis Simmons

Defense Secretary Ash Carter approved immediate force-protection steps a day following the shooting incidents in Chattanooga, Pentagon Press Secretary Peter Cook said. Carter also has directed the services to examine additional steps that can be taken to ensure the safety of service members and civilians at military installations, Cook said in a statement, and has asked for recommendations by the end of next week. CAPTAIN’S CORNER. . . . . . . . . 2 BASE NOTES. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 NAVY HISTORY / SPOTLIGHT. . 4 FFSC CALENDAR . . . . . . . . . . . 5 SOUND OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 MOVIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 USO TOURS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

PREDATORY LENDiNG PRACTiCES . . . . . . . . . page 6

BiCYCLE HELMET KEY FACTS . . . . . . . .page 12


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