59th year, No. 29
Serving the Nato, Naples and Gaeta military community in italy
JFC/CNE-CNA Bids Farewell to Outgoing Commander, Welcomes New Leader
Friday, July 25, 2014
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From Allied Joint Force Command, Naples Public Affairs
U.S. Navy Adm. Mark Ferguson assumed command as Commander Allied Joint Force Command (JFC) Naples/Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, relieving Adm. Bruce W. Clingan in a ceremony in Lago Patria, July 22. U.S. Chief of Naval Operations, Adm. Jonathan Greenert, presided over the change of command ceremony. Gen. Philip Breedlove, Supreme Allied Commander, Europe/ Commander, U.S. European Command and Gen. David Rodriquez, Commander, U.S. Africa Command, also participated in the event. Greenert praised Clingan for his leadership and performance while in command. “Bruce has been the right leader, in the right place, at the right time,” remarked Greenert. “The Clingans have provided us an enduring contribution both to the Navy, to NATO and to Naval Forces Europe-Africa. Our Navy, our nation and all the international partners here and around the NATO area very much thank you.” During the ceremony, Greenert also presented Clingan with the Defense Distinguished Service Medal. Clingan expressed his gratitude to the men and women serving under him and with him at NATO and U.S. Naval Forces EuropeAfrica. "I am proud of you, all of you in both staffs, that you had the courage to act; the creativity to turn impediments into opportuni-
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Gen. Philip Breedlove, Supreme Allied Commander, Europe/Commander, U.S. European Command, shakes hands with Adm. Bruce Clingan, left, after Adm. Mark Ferguson, right, relieved Clingan as Commander, Allied Joint Force Command Naples/Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, July 22. Clingan is retiring after 37 years of naval service. (Photo by MC3 Weston Jones)
ties; and the integrity to make good on our solemn promise to be able to defend our nations,” said Clingan. Clingan also commented on the dedication of the military and civilian personnel from 20 different countries who work at JFC. “Each of the nations represented owe an immense debt of gratitude to these consummate professionals, who ultimately form the foun-
dation of our collective military strength,” said Clingan. “Their exceptional contributions have inspired me every day." Clingan will retire this fall after 37 years of naval service. Ferguson, who previously served as Vice Chief of Naval Operations in Wash. D.C., addressed his and NATO’s continued commitment to the alliance. “As history has demonstrated,
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the NATO alliance remains the bedrock of U.S. national security. It is an alliance founded on shared values, cemented in trust and built to endure,” said Ferguson. “I am committed to strengthening the alliance and working with our allies and partners to ensure we remain a positive force for stability and peace throughout the region.” See WELCOMES NEW LEADER Page 5
Benvenuti a Napoli By Michael Maddox Welcome to one of Europe’s great cities - Naples. It’s spicy, cultural, historic, fun, full of life, and as any of you who’ve savored the caprese knows, it has some of the best food in Italy. But to know Naples, you have to immerse yourself in the city. As an avid explorer enjoying his second tour here, I offer the following tips. Start exploring Naples soon after you arrive The orientation tour I received was great, but the many places I saw blurred in my mind because of everything that was going on at the same time: finding an apartment, receiving household goods, checking into the command, starting work and buying a car. It wasn’t until several excursions into downtown that I learned how to use the Metropolitana and the trains, learned about target points, and discovered the many cultural and entertainment events occurring downtown. Read guidebooks, newspapers and other resources about Naples I like DK Naples and the Amalfi
Coast. Others are National Geographic: Naples & Southern Italy, Shopping on the Boot, www.wikinapoli.com, and www.napoliunplugged.it. The Panorama’s articles are up-todate and filled with pictures of special places that often aren’t in the guidebooks, and it gives details of upcoming events that you—as someone living here and with the time to explore—can capitalize on. Collect these articles and put them in your Naples file. Buy a “Campania” artecard (43 euro standard or 33 euro for young people aged 18-25). You can purchase one at the Garibaldi train station or at any of the major museums or archeological sites. The card gives you free or discounted access for one year to museums, castles, art shows, historical and architectural sites throughout Campania (think Caserta Palace, Capodimonte Museum, Palazzo Reale, the National Archeological Museum, the Amphitheater Flavio in Pozzuoli, Pompeii and Paestum). This year’s artecard is better than ever with a map of suggested places to visit in Campania and site descriptions in both English and Italian.
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Shoppers take advantage of the open air market in Vomero. (Photo by Michael Maddox) Know big-city touring skills and gather tools of the trade When I was first stationed here 20 years ago, scooter-riding purse snatchers were rampant, but that’s not so anymore. Today, I don’t think that Naples is any riskier for crime than many other big cities. I feel safe in many areas of Naples, but like all big cities, Naples has its areas to avoid. Traveling deep into the Spanish quarter or around
Garibaldi are two that come to mind. Also, it’s never smart - in any city - to make yourself an easy target for pickpockets who work areas where people jostle in close proximity, such as at train stations or major tourist attractions. Years ago, young Gypsies swarmed around my dad as he walked near Rome’s Colosseum and their hands were in and out of his pockets in seconds. See BENVENUTI A NAPOLI Page 9
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