61st year, No. 41
Serving the NATO, Naples and Gaeta Military Community in Italy
Friday, October 28, 2016
The Eagle Has Landed, Again By PO2 Chad Butler
A historic eagle statue was installed on Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples October 26, 2016. The eagle, now displayed in front of Admin. Bldg. 1 on board Capodichino sat at the entrance to the Naval Forces Europe headquarters building at Grosvenor Square, London, since the 1940s. The London building was once the headquarters of now-legendary U.S. Army Gen. Dwight D. Eisenhower during early years of World War II. In 2009, U.S. Naval Forces Europe moved its headquarters to Naples and returned ownership of the vacated building to the United Kingdom government. In March 2016, the U.K. government offered the eagle to the U.S. Embassy in London, which in turn offered it to U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa headquarters in Naples. The eagle, in its new home is standing watch once again, and greeting service members and visitors to the Naval Forces EuropeAfrica headquarters. U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa, headquartered in Naples, Italy, oversees 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.
A historic eagle statue has once again returned to stand watch, and greet service members and visitors to the Naval Forces Europe-Africa headquarters at Capodichino. Photo by PO2 Chad Butler
November Happenings in Campania to Celebrate St. Martin and U.S. Veterans Day By Lou Freed
When November rolls around, visions of holiday parties, lavish parades and monumental turkey dinners start dancing in many Americans’ heads. And not to forget, the Black Friday sales fever spikes. But before folks jump into the holiday hustle and bustle, veterans back home and overseas take center stage November 11, when the country pauses to honor Veterans’ heroic endeavors and say, “Thank you for your serv-
ice” to vets and their families. Fortunately for Americans living in Italy, Veterans Day coincides with the commemoration of St. Martin’s exemplary humanitarian deed. Tradition holds the French-born-turned Roman soldier saint, provided warmth to a beggar on a cloudy November day by halving his cloak to share a piece of the garment with the poor man. The compassionate act endeared the good man to innumerable Christians, inspiring Italian vintners
to happily uncork their light, fruity “Vino Novello” (“new wine,” which completes its fermentation in November) to warm hearts and souls of wine enthusiasts and others on the mentioned day. And what goes well with the new wine? “Think roasted chestnuts, the perfect bride for the wine type,” locals would say. That said, November 11 is a time to fete and celebrate heroes and samaritans whether or not you are stateside or in Italy. Wondering where to celebrate in our region before
Reminder: On Sunday at 2 a.m. clocks are to be turned back one hour. Sunrise and sunset will be about one hour earlier, resulting in more light in the morning.
and after the special day? Check out these happenings for starters. Fests November 4-6 “Chestnut Festival” Montella (Benevento Province) Event organizers promise three days of flavors, local crafts and products to be sold at numerous “Sagra della castagna” stands. Also, attendees will experience folk traditions through songs and dances.
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Still Time to Vote in the November 8 Presidential Election From NSA Public Affairs
The 2016 presidential election is November 8, which is just around the corner. You still have time to cast your vote. It’s easy and only takes a few minutes. Begin by visiting fvap.gov to complete a registration application and request your absentee ballot. Complete the Federal Post Card Application using the online assistant, fill out a PDF or pick up a hard copy version from your Voting Assistance Officer or Consular Office. Be sure to double-check your contact information in case your election office needs to reach you. Follow postal guidelines when sending in your registration, ballot request forms, and your ballot. You can contact your election office to ensure they received your information by sending them an email or giving them a call. To find your State’s election website for specific information on candidates, elections, contact information, and links to your local election offices or for any other questions visit fvap.gov