2017 November Landmark

The official publication of the USS Emory S. Land

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THE COMMAND TRIAD COMMANDING OFFICER | Capt. Douglas A. Bradley EXECUTIVE OFFICER | Cmdr. Robert J. Lopez COMMAND MASTER CHIEF | CMDCM William T. Greene THE LANDMARK MAGAZINE STAFF PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER | Lt. Daniel Moore ASST. PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICER | MC1 Timmy Wakefield CONTRIBUTORS ASST. LEADING PETTY OFFICER | MC1 Oliver Cole LEAD EDITOR | MC2 Alex Miller SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGER | MC3 Daniel Willoughby STAFF JOURNALIST | MCSN Destinyy Reed The Landmark Magazine is an authorized publication for Sailors aboard the USS Emory S. Land (AS 39). Contents herein are not the views of, or endorsed by the United States government, Dept. of Defense, Dept. of the Navy, or the Commanding Officer of the ESL. All news, photos, and information for publication in The Landmark Magazine must be submitted to the Public Affairs Officer of the USS Emory S. Land. The Landmark Magazine is produced by ESL Media Services department.

ESL is manned by an integrated crew of Sailors and civilian mariners under the administrative control of Commander, Submarine Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, and operational control of the Commander, Task Force 74. As a forward-deployed naval force, ESL is tasked to provide epeditionary, intermediate-level maintenance and repairs, hotel services, and logistics support to deployed GuidedMissile and Fast-Attack submarines deployed in the 5th, 6th and 7th Fleet areas of operation.

REPRODUCTION OF ANY PART OF THIS PUBLICATION MUST BE AUTHORIZED BY THE PUBLISHER AND CREDITED TO THE LANDMARK MAGAZINE AND THE CONTRIBUTORS INVOLVED.

Capt. Douglas A. Bradley, Commanding Officer of the ESL helps plant more than 2,000 trees at the Manell Watershed in Merizo, Guam.

Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Timmy Wakefield

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INSPECTIONS The Emory S. Land completed the Fleet Maintenance Activity Assessment and the nuclear maintenance certification. While the inspections were challenging because of our position as the lead maintenance activity, we received constructive and vital feedback regarding our ability to carry out mission safely and effectively.

The integration and training of our repair department is the culmination of excellence and teamwork and the inspection team took notice.

The team noticed the improvements within repair department’s execution and craftmanship of products and the amount of work needing to be done – with some repair work being unexpected.

I am proud of the effort and our mission to repair and maintain our submarine force.

COMMUNITY RELATIONS While we’ve had numerous projects going on around the ship, we participated in an environmental restoration project Oct. 21. The Manell Watershed Restoration Project is in our sister village of Merizo and is more than 18 acres of grass fields. I was out there with Sailors, local affiliations and high school students to assist in planting more than 2,000 trees. This project was a long-term investment showing our commitment to environmental excellence to the people Guam.

Check out the story of what we accomplished in this issue.

THANKSGIVING As we move forward through November I can’t forget to talk about Thanksgiving. It is hard to get back home for the holidays, but whenever I’m able to return home, we celebrate at a traditional, long table with the family gathered round.

During the times I am home, the family would play football. Since I rarely get the opportunity to return, I’ve been doing Thanksgiving 5k runs and “turkey trots” to make room for the feasts throughout the day. My favorite Thanksgiving dish would have to be the turkey since I rarely eat it. There are numerous events at the base Liberty

Center for Sailors without their families here.

They have an excellent facility and will have some amazing food Thanksgiving Day. I would like to wish the entire crew a happy Thanksgiving. I appreciate all the hard work you do, day in and day out. It amazes me to Sailors doing their jobs at such a high caliber and I appreciate it.

HISTORY I love reading about naval history! If I could go back in time as a submariner, I would love to be aboard for a WWII submarine war patrol with Cmdr. Fluckey. Their courage and daring exploits under extreme conditions is legendary. However, there are a number of other great moments I wish I could see -- like the Battle of Midway or sail with our first Navy ships and see the operational plan Lt. Stephen Decatur used in the daring rescue and scuttling of the USS Philadelphia. During the Barbary Wars (1801-1805), The Philadelphia was captured by the Barbary pirates after running aground on an uncharted reef. Under the cover of night, Sailors snuck in to the harbor to take the ship and burn it.

Great naval history engagements of WWII and the days of sail in the 1700-1800s are the two eras I would most like to witness firsthand.

CONCLUSION Our mission on the waterfront continues as we repair the submarine force. Each repair job we undertake, no matter how challenging, pushes us into lessons learned and innovation. We should be satisfied with our performance after a repair, but we should also strive to do better with our future jobs.

Remember to be safe, be respectful, be honest, and be ready.

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John Barry is widely considered a Father of the U.S. Navy. Among his highest accomplishments, when Congress formally established the U.S. Navy in March 1794, Barry became not only the first commissioned officer, but also the first flag officer in the sea of service.

(Kingsborough Community College)

Facts researched by Puja Murgai of Navy Times

True Father of the Navy

5 Facts about the

The title “Father of the U.S. Navy” has been bestowed upon President John Adams and John Paul Jones, but Military History magazine, in a new cover story, has bestowed the title of “true father of the U.S. Navy” on Commodore John Barry.

Here are 5 facts about John Barry:

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Barry set a record by traveling 237 miles by dead reckoning in a 24-hour period ― the fastest known sailing day recorded in the 1700s.

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Barry volunteered for President George Washington by serving as his courier, helping to facilitate the crossing of the Delaware and participating in the battles of Trenton and Princeton.

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When Congress formally established the U.S. Navy in March 1794, Barry became not only the first commissioned officer, but also the first flag officer in the sea of service.

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Barry fought the last sea battle of the Revolutionary War off the coast of Cape Canaveral, Fla., in March 1793, which also marked the last battle fought by a Continental Navy ship, the USS Alliance.

Barry’s brother-in-law William Austin, a Tory, is believed to have come aboard the frigate Effingham to promise him 20,000 gold guineas plus command of a Royal Navy ship to surrender the frigate to the British. But Barry simply rejected the proposition and “spurned the eyedee of being a treater.”

An in-depth profile on John Barry appears in the January 2018 issue of Military History, a Military Times sister publication. For more information on Military History, and all of the HistoryNet publications visit historynet.com.

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TOMB OF THE UNKNOWN SOLDIER

HERE RESTS IN HONORED GLORY AN AMERICAN SOLDIER KNOWN BUT TO GOD

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STORY & PHOTOS: MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 1ST CLASS TIMMY WAKEFIELD

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The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier overlooks Washington, D.C. at the Arlington National Cemetery. There are three separate sarcophaguses representing World War I and II, Korean and Vietnam Wars.

Nov. 11, 1921, what most know as Veterans Day now, President Warren G. Harding witnessed a ceremony for an unknown soldier who died during WWI. The creation of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier begins in 1921 but was only known as the Memorial Amphitheater.

President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed a bill to commemorate unknown soldiers of WWII and Korea Aug. 3, 1956.

President Ronald Reagan presided over the Vietnam Unknown at the Arlington National Cemetery on Memorial Day, May 28, 1984.

The remains of the Vietnam Unknown were exhumed in 1998 for DNA testing.

Scientists could finally identify the remains

of Air Force 1st Lt. Michael Joseph Blassie. the mat, change the weapon to the outside Blassie was removed from the Tomb of the shoulder, mentally count off 21 seconds, then Unknown Soldier. Currently, no unknowns step off for another 21 step walk down the remain in the Vietnam tomb. mat. They face the Tomb at each end of the Since 1937, the tomb has been guarded 21 step walk for 21 seconds. The Sentinel 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In the early then repeats this over and over until the the 20s, people used to picnic on the cemetery Guard Change ceremony begins. grounds. This in turn led to a civilian guard The Sentinels at the Tomb of the force to watch over the tomb during cemetery Unknown Soldier are completely dedicated hours. to their duty of guarding the Tomb. In fact, July 1, 1937 line eight of the guard duty was Sentinel’s Creed Since 1937, the Tomb has given to the Army refers to the been guarded 24 hours a day, to watch over “discomfort of the seven days a week. the Tomb of the elements.”

Unknown Soldier Because of 24/7. their dedication, As the years progressed, so did the the weather does not bother them. In fact, it Sentinels on watch. The Sentinel does not is considered an honor to walk the mat during execute an about face, rather they stop on the inclement weather. It gets cold, it gets hot 21st step, then turn and face the Tomb for 21 and the mission continues as it has unbroken seconds. They then turn to face back down since 1937.

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V I C T O R Y Story & photos by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Daniel Willoughby

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when i’m training, it’s intense -- from the cardio to the muscle fatigue. ship’s serviceman 2nd class andrew larson

The photo illustration below shows Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Erle Arnold and Ship’s Serviceman 2nd Class Andrew Larson battling it out on the ground, one of jiu jitsu’s main combat principles.

The jiu jitsu principle of grappling and dominating the opponent on the ground is the key to successful execution of techniques and combat abilities.

The Navy ethos include phrases like, “a diverse and agile force exemplifying the highest standards,” “we are a team, disciplined and well-prepared, committed to mission accomplishment,” and “we defend our nation and prevail in the face of adversity with strength, determination, and dignity.” An ethos identifies the distinguishing character, culture, or beliefs of a group or institution. For Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Erle Arnold and Ship’s Serviceman 2nd Class Andrew Larson, assigned to the submarine tender USS Emory S. Land (AS 39), these phrases not only ring true in medical or the barber shop, but also on the mat of a Brazilian jiu jitsu gym.

When you enter Carlson Gracie Jiu Jitsu Academy in Guam, the atmosphere is immediate.

Students and instructors enter and bow toward a mural on the wall, a sign of respect to the gym and the sport. Everyone greets each other with a handshake and begins putting on their gi, the robe worn during training and competition. Instructors begin going over strategies with those competing in the upcoming tournament. The atmosphere is disciplined, yet relaxed. Everyone follows the same ethos.

Larson, a white belt, has only trained in jiu-jitsu for over 4 months, but has many years of experience in wrestling.

“I try to train six days a week,” said Larson. “When I’m training, it’s intense -- from the cardio to muscle fatigue. All of it just adds up, but at the end of the night when you’re done with practice, there’s no feeling like knowing that you are one step better than you were when you started.”

Larson competed in his first tournament Oct. 28, and finished in second place in his division.

“You don’t know everything, and there are always a couple of people out there that will be able to put you in your place,” said Larson. “Coming out of a loss, you need to be able to immediately flip that switch, take what you learned, and put it into practice so it doesn’t happen again. I’m a barber. I know I’m going to mess hair up. It is going to happen. There are going to be bad days. It’s all about what you learn from mistakes, and making sure it doesn’t happen again,” Arnold, a blue belt, has trained in jiu jitsu for more than two years. He describes the sport as being comfortable in uncomfortable situations, a saying that he takes with him in every facet of his life.

“You have to get out of the mentality that winning is everything,” said Arnold. “You should have the mentality that everything you do is just an improvement. I try not to get emotional, because that is when you make mistakes. You’ve got to have this, ‘zen’ about yourself. Make sure you aren’t wrapped in your emotions and just solve the puzzle of making someone else go against their will and manipulate them physically into a position that you want them in.”

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Ship’s Serviceman 2nd Class Andrew Larson takes a break after sparring with Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Erle Arnold.

Both Sailors find benefits in jiu jitsu over other martial arts.

“I would say jiu jitsu, in its fundamental state, is the most practical martial art that you can use for self-defense,” said Arnold. “It’s one of the few martial arts, including boxing and kickboxing, where you can go 100% with your training partner, and not get seriously hurt. You can always tap out. You can’t do that in boxing. What I love about it is that you can spar every single day.”

Larson tries to train nearly every day, because he sees it as a benefit to not only his physical health, but also his mental health.

“My family is in Jacksonville,” said Larson. “I am away from home. jiu jitsu is life, because it literally takes all of my free time. I am there almost immediately after work until almost 9p.m. Even though I still miss my family, it helps keep my mind off of that. It’s made my life healthier. It keeps me from the norm of going out and drinking. A lot of people think jiu jitsu is just rolling around. It’s not like that.

The best age to start is yesterday.

There’s no limit. Anyone can find a benefit in jiu jitsu.”

Arnold also sees health benefits from training in jiu jitsu, and he passes the love of the sport, and its benefits, to his family and the junior Sailors he works with.

“It allows me to bond with my oldest son,” said Arnold. “He’s been training for about a full year now.

Outside of the home, we can bond.

I get an opportunity to teach him, coach him, and watch him grow.

I want to let people know Guam is a great place and has a lot of things for Sailors to do. Jiu jitsu is one of those things you can do. I think there are more gyms per capita in Guam than pretty much anywhere else. It’s very concentrated. You can find a gym that fits your personality type. Just get out there and do something. Don’t stay on the ship or stay in your house all of the time. Make sure you get out a couple times a week and do something constructive. That’s what jiu jitsu is for me.”

Just as the Navy ethos is a guide for Sailors in their careers and personal lives, jiu jitsu provides a shared ethos among students and teachers alike. Jiu jitsu provides students with an ability to be strong through adversity, discipline for technique and practice, respect for peers, and lessons to be carried over into lives outside of the gym.

BRAZILIAN JIU JITSU WAS CREATED IN THE EARLY 1900s

BY ESAI MAEDA. IT’S A COMBAT SPORT THAT FOCUSES ON GRAPPLING AND GROUND FIGHTING TECHNIQUES.

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planting these trees helps our environment and builds a strong, positive relationship with the citizens of Guam. capt. douglas bradley

2000 Trees Story & photos by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Timmy Wakefield

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I absolutely love when Sailors come out here and help because it shows us the Navy cares about the well-being of our home.

ARMI LYNN LUJAN

Commanding Officer of the USS Emory S. Land (AS 39) Capt. Douglas A. Bradley poses for a photo with Sailors from the Land, USS Frank Cable (AS 40), Naval Base Guam, Commander, Submarine Squadron 15, and Joint Region Marianas.

MERIZO, Guam (NNS) -- More than 2,000 trees were planted by Land, Cable, Commander Submarine Squadron 15, and Naval Base Guam Sailors, as well as Merizo community members and Simon Sanchez High School, George Washington High School, and Southern High School students.

Sailors partnered with the Guam Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Soil Division, Oct. 21, to plant trees to maintain, preserve and restore the Guam Forestry Manell Watershed Reforestation Project.

The trees were planted in an effort to reduce erosion and flooding, and to protect the site from variable climatic changes while promoting environmental partnerships between Emory S. Land and sister village Merizo.

“We care about our partnership with

our sister village Merizo. Our combined effort, local and military volunteers, planted more than 2,000 trees for the Manell Watershed Restoration Project here,” said Emory S. Land Commanding Officer Capt. Douglas Bradley. “Our partnership shows our commitment to the environment. Partnering with Merizo at this event promotes vegetation to keep moisture on the ground, thus preventing wildfires like the one in 2015.

“In 2015, wildfires swept across the watershed destroying 75 percent of trees planted,” said Guam Department of Agriculture Cooperative Fire Program Manager Christine Fejeran. “They continued working to prevent wildfires from destroying newly planted trees by building an encroachment around the watershed in 2016. This year’s efforts for planting the trees are an expansion of

the watershed.”

The Manell Watershed was initially a 5-acre project that has expanded to more than 18 acres in an effort to reduce Guam’s carbon footprint, according to Fejeran.

“I absolutely love when Sailors come out here and help because it shows us the Navy cares about the well-being of our home,” said Armi Lynn Lujan, a volunteer and Merizo citizen. “It’s also a great experience just getting to know Sailors as people.”

“The partnership between the Emory S. Land and Merizo shows that we are dedicated to building a personal relationship between the Sailors and the locals,” said Bradley. “Planting these trees helps our environment and builds a strong, positive relationship with the citizens of Guam.”

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A 2011 Homewood High School graduate and Birmingham, Alabama, native is aiding the U.S. Navy’s silent service in the submarine community as part of a hybrid crew of Sailors and civilian mariners working aboard the expeditionary submarine tender, USS Emory S. Land.

Petty Officer 3rd Class Brandon Adderholt is a hull maintenance technician serving aboard the Guam-based submarine tender, one of two submarine tenders in the U.S. Navy, conducting coordinated tended moorings and afloat maintenance in the Pacific Ocean as well as the Persian Gulf, Red Sea, Arabian Sea, and parts of the Indian Ocean.

“I’ve had a wildly diverse career so far,” said Adderholt. “I had the opportunity to serve at three different commands within three years. It’s been pretty fast-paced, but I’ve definitely enjoyed it so far.”

A Navy hull maintenance technician is responsible for planning, supervising and performing tasks necessary for fabrication, installation, maintenance, repair and inspection of shipboard structures, plumbing, sewage and piping systems.

They organize and supervise personnel in maintenance and hull repairs. In addition, they instruct personnel; enforce saftey and security procedures and prepare records and reports.

Submarine tenders are additionally capable of providing repair and logistic services to deployed surface ships.

“I am impressed every day by the caliber of the Sailors who serve aboard our ship,” said Capt. Douglas Bradley, commanding officer of USS Emory S. Land. “Our hardworking crew completes an immense amount of work daily aboard this ship. The multitude of different skills and responsibilities is remarkable: submarine and surface ship repair, weapons handling, supply, medical, dental, and more. I am extremely honored to lead and serve this immensely talented and dedicated crew.”

The integrated crew of Sailors and civilian mariners builds a strong fellowship while working alongside each other, Adderholt explained. The crews are highly motivated, and quickly adapt to changing conditions. It is a busy life of specialized work, watches and drills.

“The Navy has opened my eyes to a variety of lifestyles and it’s made me more diverse in the process,” added Adderholt. “The island is my favorite part about serving here. I get to work in a tropical paradise.”

“I’ve had a widely diverse career so far.”

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