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CONTENTS OF THIS ISSUE 6 This Week in History U.S. Constitution ratified
8 Stay Cool, George Washington Staying safe in the summer heat
12 Retaining our Sailors GW’s Career Counselors set the standard
16 LGBT Pride Month Celebrating a proud history
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Around the Fleet Lone Sailor Now Stands Watch at Historic D-Day Beach
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A special thank you to all those who let us tell your stories to the crew and to the fleet. The Washington Surveyor is an authorized publication for Sailors serving aboard USS George Washington (CVN 73). Contents herein are not the visions of, or endorsed by the U.S. government, the Department of Defense, the Department of the Navy or the Commanding Officer of USS George Washington. All news releases, photos or information for publication in The Washington Surveyor must be submitted to the Public Affairs Officer.
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SAILOR IN THE SPOTLIGHT
GW’S NEWEST WARRIORS
CSSN Artem Kucherenko HM2 Doroteo Chavez MA2 Rashaad Ethridge MA2 Matthew Latham GM3 Nicholas Valencia EM3 Robert Smith EMN3 Athena Dunkerley ETN2 Zachary Basom
ABH1 Jade Cobb HOMETOWN:
Dayton, Ohio WHERE SHE WORKS:
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TIME IN THE NAVY:
14 years
WHY SHE JOINED:
“I joined the Navy, because I wanted to be the first person in my family to join the military. I also didn’t want to go to college right away.” FAVORITE PART OF BEING A SAILOR:
ESWS Coordinators HMC LaKnesha Wimbush CSC Joe Magri
“Constantly having the job change, you do one thing on sea duty, then go to a shore command and do something different. It is not monotonous.”
EAWS Coordinators
EIWS Coordinators
INTERESTS: Spending time with her
AOC Volario Lott CSC Jose Valencia
ITC Xica Johnson CTT1 Nicollette Jeffery
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The Challenge of Obesity: A Path to a Healthier You Obesity is defined as having excess body fat, measured by a Body Mass Index (BMI) _> 30.
Know Your Numbers
BMI is a number calculated from a person’s weight and height.
Waist Circumference is also used to determine obesity. It is the measurement at your waistline, just above the hip bone.
Visit nmlbisupport.com/bmi to calculate your BMI.
...have an INCREASED RISK for Coronary Heart Disease and Type-2 Diabetes.
Men with a waist size Women with a waist size Normal 19-24.9
Underweight Below 19
Overweight 25 - 29.9
Class I Class II Class III
Obese 30-35 35.1-39.9 40+
Learn more about waist circumference: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/guidelines/ obesity/e_txtbk/txgd/4142.htm
Risks of Being Overweight or Obese
Embarrassment or Ridicule Low Self Esteem Quality of Life Limitations
Heart Disease Hypertension and Stroke High Blood Pressure
Range of Motion
Breast and Colon Cancer
Joint Pain
Portion Distortion 20+ Years Ago
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Breathing Problems Sleep Apnea
Find the Right Balance
any substance you put into your body with calories
Gain Weight
Calories consumed are greater than calories used.
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Lose Weight
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Eat more fruits and vegetables
Maintain Weight
Calories consumed are equal to calories used.
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Make A Change
ENERGY OUT calories you use up through your basic body functions and physical activities
Calories consumed are less than calories used. As you lose weight, you require fewer calories.
500 Calories 2 slices
Type-2 Diabetes
All-Cause Mortality (Premature Death)
ENERGY IN
45 Calories
Drink water or lowcalorie beverages
Add strength training through weight lifting or use your own weight
Increase activity level to 250 minutes each week to lose weight and keep it off
Take Steps Towards A Healthier Life For more information on weight management check out the Navy and Marine Corps Public Health Center Health Promotion and Wellness Department Weight Management Resources Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: http://www.cdc.gov/obesity/data/adult.html, http://www.cdc.gov/vitalsigns/pdf/2010-08-vitalsigns.pdf National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute: http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/guidelines/obesity/bmi_tbl.htm, http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/health-topics/topics/obe/risks.html
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THIS WEEK IN HISTORY: June 21, 1788
U.S. CONSTITUTION RATIFIED Story by MCSN Tatyana Freeman Images courtesy of Howard Chandler Christy and Harvard Law Today As debates raged in taverns, halls, and homes throughout the eastern seaboard in June 1788, only eight of 13 colonies had ratified a future United States Constitution. In order for the Constitution to be officially adopted as the ruling law of the land, it needed to be accepted by at least nine. The future of the fledgling United States government was in the hands of five holdout territories-New Hampshire,
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Virginia, New York, North Carolina, and Rhode Island. On June 21, 1788, nine months after the George Washington-led Constitutional Convention agreed on a system of government outlined in the Constitution, New Hampshire became the ninth colony to ratify the Constitution, heralding the change in government Washington and the convention members seeked.
The road to ratifying the Constitution began with the need for a stronger government. Before ratification, the citizens of the independent colonies were governed by the Articles of Confederation, a stop-gap measure designed to keep the victors of the American Revolution unifed in uncertain times. The Articles were a cautious attempt at creating a central government, keeping
in mind the political issues colonists had with the British form of government, issues that were at the root of the independence movement to begin with. Because of this, the Articles of Confederation were weak at best, with most of the power of government placed on the individual colonies and Congress serving as the tentative big brother figure to settle disputes that could not be handled between colonies. However, when national issues such as taxes and commerce surfaced, it became apparent that a stronger overall governing law was needed within the United States. Thus, on May 25, 1787, the Constitutional Convention, led by George Washington, the namesake of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), and attended by representatives from every colony, convened. The Constitution was signed at the end of the Constitutional Convention by 38 of the 41 delegates present at the convention. The first five states to ratify the
Constitution were Connecticut, Delaware, Georgia, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania, beginning Dec. 7, 1787. The rest of the states were still hesitant, disturbed by what they perceived as a lack of protection outlined for basic freedoms. In response to these worries, the Bill of Rights, amendments drafted for the Constitution specifically protecting certain basic rights, was introduced. After the proposition of the Bill of Rights, Massachusetts, Maryland, and South Carolina all ratified the Constitution. Only one more colony was needed to make the Constitution the official governing law of the United States. Months elapsed as the remaining colonies wavered over the decision for ratification. If a ninth colony did not ratify the Constitution, it would die before it had the chance to go into effect. On June 21, 1788, New Hampshire ensured the success of the Constitution, becoming the ninth state to ratify it. This made the Constitution the official law of
the United States and turned the colonies into states. Virginia and New York soon followed. On March 4, 1789, the United States Constitution officially went into effect. On Sept. 25, 1789, the Bill of Rights proposed to pacify the worries of states about the protection of freedoms was cut from 19 to 12 ammendments and sent to the states for ratification, where it eventually molded into the ten known today. By May 29, 1790, all original 13 colonies were officially under the Constitution and part of the United States of America. Because of the essential ratification of the Constitution by New Hampshire on June 21, 1788, the Constitution of the United States of America became official, and today still stands as the oldest written constitution still in effect worldwide. If you would like to learn more about the ratification of the Constitution, visit https://constitutioncenter.org/blog/theday-the-constitution-was-ratified.
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STAY COOL, GEORGE WASHINGTON Story by MCSN Cory Daut Image courtesy of the Center for Disease Control and Prevention June 21 marks the official start of the summer season in Virginia. This is a time of sun, higher temperatures and opportunities for outdoor fun and recreation. Some families in the area may take the time to picnic, kayak, or attend baseball games, all to relax and recharge for the months afterwards. Sailors aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) are no exception, but they must remember to enjoy these outdoor activies with safety and healthy habits in mind. “When you are doing activities outside, make sure you watch the temperature of the day,” said Operations Specialist 2nd Class Hung Bui, a Sailor assigned to the George Washington’s safety department. “Make sure you also drink the recommended amount of water.” During this time, the sun also has the probability to cause potentially serious health effects and some can even be longterm or fatal later in life. “When directly exposed to the sun’s ultraviolet rays, the skin can be damaged in as little as 15 minutes,” said Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Chamu Chimhau, a preventive medicine technician assigned to George Washington’s medical department. “Overexposure to the sun’s rays can also cause 1st degree and 2nd degree burns, and in some cases even skin cancer. Using the right sunscreen can prevent and
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minimize the risk of getting some of these symptoms. The CDC recommends using a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 15.” Sunburn is not the only danger Sailors could face; there are also the dangers of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. It is important to recognize the symptoms and signs of both, as well as the treatment methods. Data from the Naval Safety Center indicates the symptoms of heat exhaustion are cool, moist, pale skin, heavy sweating, headache, nausea or vomiting, and dizziness. “Heat exhaustion generally results from the body’s loss of water and salts when exposed to high temperature,” said Chimhau. “This condition can be more severe when combined with strenuous physical activity. Signs of heat exhaustion can range from having muscle cramps and feeling dizzy and weak to as severe as fainting or having a heatstroke.” Chimhau said the first step to treating heat exhaustion is to move the Sailor to a cold space, loosen their clothes, put cool wet cloths on the skin, and slowly sip water. “Staying in a temperature-controlled environment is highly recommended, especially with the outside temperatures rising,” said Chimhau. “When outside, moving into a shaded area would help. In addition to that, dressing appropriately would be key, so wearing light clothing and
avoiding thick, layered clothing would be a good thing. Drinking water constantly and replenishing salts is also highly recommended.” To help prevent heat-related injuries, the Naval Safety Center recommends eating small meals, taking regular breaks, wearing light clothing and drinking plenty of water. “Staying hydrated, well-fueled, and well-rested allows the body to better respond to many stressors, including heat,” said Chimhau. “Getting enough sleep and rest, eating balanced meals and avoiding alcohol, especially before a work day, helps your body to better cope. Lastly, use sunscreen when outdoors, do not overstay your stay in a hot environment, and seek shade or an air-conditioned environment. At work or play, it’s always important to stay cool.” Over the summer, there are various activities that Sailors can enjoy. The important thing is for Sailors to be smart and safe by staying properly hydrated, using proper skin protection, and knowing when a break is needed. Summer is a great time to enjoy all that the Hampton Roads area has to offer, and taking precautions while enjoying the summer weather ensures that every Sailor is primed to support the mission of George Washington and the United States Navy.
HEAT-RELATED ILLNESSES WHAT TO LOOK FOR
WHAT TO DO
HEAT STROKE • High body temperature (103°F or higher) • Hot, red, dry, or damp skin
• Call 911 right away-heat stroke is a medical emergency • Move the person to a cooler place
• Fast, strong pulse
• Help lower the person’s temperature with cool cloths or a cool bath
• Headache • Dizziness
• Do not give the person anything to drink
• Nausea • Confusion • Losing consciousness (passing out)
HEAT EXHAUSTION • Heavy sweating
• Move to a cool place
• Cold, pale, and clammy skin
• Loosen your clothes
• Fast, weak pulse
• Put cool, wet cloths on your body or take a cool bath
• Nausea or vomiting • Muscle cramps
• Sip water
• Tiredness or weakness
Get medical help right away if: • You are throwing up • Your symptoms get worse • Your symptoms last longer than 1 hour
• Dizziness • Headache • Fainting (passing out)
HEAT CRAMPS • Heavy sweating during intense exercise
• Stop physical activity and move to a cool place
• Muscle pain or spasms
• Drink water or a sports drink • Wait for cramps to go away before you do any more physical activity
Get medical help right away if: • Cramps last longer than 1 hour • You’re on a low-sodium diet • You have heart problems
SUNBURN • Painful, red, and warm skin • Blisters on the skin
• Stay out of the sun until your sunburn heals • Put cool cloths on sunburned areas or take a cool bath • Put moisturizing lotion on sunburned areas • Do not break blisters
HEAT RASH
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RETAINING OUR SAILORS George Washington’s Career Counselors set the standard
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United States Fleet Forces (USFF) awarded the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) with the Retention Excellence Award for fiscal year 2018 (FY-18), making this the second year in a row that George Washington has received the award. USFF initiated the Fleet Retention Excellence Program to reward commands that sustain superior levels of retention. To receive the award, a command must meet retention requirements for at least two of the four quarters during a fiscal year. Awardees must achieve a minimum score of 85 points on their annual command Career Information Program Review, in addition to meeting benchmarks for re-enlistment and attrition rates during the fiscal year. The Retention Excellence Award, previously known as the Golden Anchor Award, distinguishes those ships who excel in maintaining manning and readiness to support the Navy’s mission. In addition to painting the ship’s anchors gold, commands are also authorized to fly the Retention Excellence pennant until the release of the following fiscal year’s awardees. A ship’s golden anchors and Retention Excellence pennant are clearly visible across the waterfront, and demonstrate to other ships and personnel that the awardee sets the standard for others to follow. George Washington’s command career counselors (CCC) who helped earn the most recent award are Master Chief Navy Counselor Ellis Picheloupe, Chief Navy Counselor Shaqanta Chukwuma, and Navy Counselors 1st Class Teri Richards and William Boudreaux. “The Retention Excellence Award shows
the rest of the fleet that GW has met the retention standards set by the Chief of Naval Operations,” said Chukwuma. “Winning the Retention Excellence Award lets us know as a department that all of our hard work is paying off. Our career development boards program is working by keeping Sailors informed and involved with their careers.” Specifically, the Chief of Naval Operations defined criteria for the Retention Excellence Award in NAVADMIN 019/19, stating, “the annual REA recognizes superior command accomplishment in executing programs and policies that best enable our Sailors to succeed in their naval careers.” George Washington’s CCCs prove that they can maintain proper manning levels
and provide experienced Sailors to George Washington and the fleet. Reenlisting Sailors are separated into zones depending on length of service. According to “Fiscal Year 2019 Retention Benchmarks and Retention Excellence Award Criteria Announced,” FY18 retention results were positive across the board, surpassing the FY-18 benchmarks in all zones. Each “zone” corresponds to a Sailor’s length of service: • Zone A – 0 to 6 years’ length of service • Zone B – 6 to 10 years’ length of service • Zone C – 10 to 14 years’ length of service
According to the career counselor page on the Navy Personnel Command (NPC) website, “The CCC serves as the critical link between an individual Sailor, his or her command, and supporting Navy organizations, including NPC. On behalf of the commanding officer, the CCC is responsible for managing the Navy Enlisted Retention and Career Development Program within his or her command. Assigned to a position of great trust, the CCC reports directly to the executive officer via the command master chief, chief of the boat, or senior enlisted leader.” “As a young Sailor coming into the Navy, I didn’t have anybody to help me or teach me the way things worked when it came to my career,” said Richards. “So if I could be that person that could help Sailors get what they want out of their career, that’s the joy right there. That’s why I became a career counselor. Our goal is to retain Sailors to attain the appropriate manpower required to support the needs of the Navy. Fleet readiness is the main priority and we achieve that by increasing retention and reducing attrition.” CCCs play a vital role in each Sailor’s individual career progression. Sailors should take advantage of the resources that are provided in order to be fully aware of their personal situations regarding their career. By understanding career options, Sailors can make the best decision now, paving the way for a brighter future.
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LGBT PRIDE MONTH
Story by MC3 Adam Ferrero Photos courtesy of Naval History and Heritage Command and the National Archives June is LGBT Pride Month, a nationwide observance held every year in recognition of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community, as well as the impact its people have had in the world. “I feel like LGBT Pride month affects Sailors and the Navy in the sense that it gives LGBT service members comfort in knowing that they can be who they are and live life out loud without any judgment,” said Yeoman 2nd Class Jacob Tate, a member of the heritage committee aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73). “It also gives LGBT Sailors a sense of belonging. Things like that are good for morale and for mental health.” The LGBT community has contributed to the Department of Defense (DOD) in the
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way of dedicated service and sacrifice of its members. Under the policies of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” and even before, LGBT service members defended the United States at the cost of living openly. While the DOD officially recognizes the observance of Pride Month now, the road to LGBT acceptance in the military was littered with milestones across multiple decades. The origin of LGBT Pride Month began with the Stonewall riots, also known as the Stonewall Uprising or Stonewall Rebellion, widely considered to constitute the most important event leading to the gay liberation movement. According to the New York City website, nyc.gov, police raided the Stonewall Inn, a gay bar in the West Village neighborhood of the New York City
borough of Manhattan, on June 28, 1969. Very few establishments welcomed openly gay people in the 1950s and 1960s, and those that did were routinely subjected to police raids. However, the response that night was far from routine. Hundreds of members of the LGBT community took part in sporadic riots over the course of six days, demanding an end to police harassment, arrests, and raids on gay establishments. Inspired by these events, Brenda Howard, an American LGBT rights activist, pioneered an event that would come to inspire LGBT Pride Month. According to the Library of Congress website, loc.gov, Howard coordinated a rally and march, known as the Christopher Street Liberation Day March. The march occurred on Saturday, June 28, 1970, commemorating the one-year anniversary
of the Stonewall Rebellion. Known as the “Mother of Pride,” Howard also came up with the idea for a week-long series of events celebrating LGBT pride, which eventually evolved into the month-long observance we know today. “I’m thankful for those pioneers,” said Tate. “Without them, we would have no Pride Month, no pride parades, and we as a country probably would not have made it this far in regards to tolerance and acceptance. Without them, a lot of LGBT pride events wouldn’t be possible today.” As support of the observance grew, so did its recognition amongst elected officials, including the president of the United States. According to the Naval History and Heritage Command website, history. navy.mil, President Bill Clinton issued Proclamation No. 7316 on June 2, 2000, officially declaring June as the first Gay and Lesbian Pride Month nationwide. In the proclamation, Clinton discussed the prejudice and discrimination experienced by gay and lesbian Americans, and how many have had to hide their sexuality in order to maintain a life of safety and stability. President Clinton expressed his pride regarding progress made in the years leading up to the proclamation to protect against further prejudice and persecution. In the proclamation, Clinton stated, “This June, recognizing the joys and sorrows that the gay and lesbian movement has witnessed and the work that remains to be done, we observe Gay and Lesbian Pride Month and celebrate the progress we have made in creating a society more inclusive and accepting of gays and lesbians.” Building on this gesture, President Barack Obama would go on to make a similar declaration in 2009. According to the Naval History and Heritage Command website, Obama issued Proclamation No. 8387 on June 1, 2009, officially declaring June Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month. Obama stated in the proclamation, “I continue to support measures to bring the full spectrum of equal rights to LGBT Americans. These measures include
enhancing hate crimes laws, supporting civil unions and federal rights for LGBT couples, outlawing discrimination in the workplace, ensuring adoption rights, and ending the existing “Don’t Ask Don’t Tell” policy in a way that strengthens our Armed Forces and our national security.” He ended with the statement that, “by virtue of the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States, do hereby proclaim June 2009 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month. I call upon the people of the United States to turn back discrimination and prejudice everywhere it exists.” In December 2010, the “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” (DADT) Repeal Act became law. By September of the following year it would be fully implemented, allowing LGBT service members to serve openly in the military. Another year later, the DOD began to observe LGBT Pride Month in June 2012. “Pride month impacts me personally because, as a gay man, I see it as a
celebration of how much I have grown,” said Tate. “I went from being scared to come out of the closet, to being out and open and adopting a dog with my boyfriend. It’s really nice to be able to look back and see how far I’ve come personally with my sexuality, in addition to feeling like I’m closer to my family than I was before coming out.” This year marks the seventh official observance of LGBT Pride Month throughout the DOD, and there have been numerous policy advances in that time. Whether straight, gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender, LGBT Pride Month is a time for all Americans to come together in a show of support for this community. For Sailors interested in learning more about LGBT Pride or showing their support, an LGBT Pride Month event is scheduled on the mess deck of the floating accommodation facility (FAF) on Wednesday, June 26 at 9 a.m.
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NAVY NEWS
Lone Sailor Now Stands Watch at Historic D-Day Beach
From U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs
NORMANDY, France (June 6, 2019) Retired Rear Adm. Frank Thorp IV holds a miniature version of the “Lone Sailor” statue during a United States Navy Memorial and Frogmen Association of Utah Beach dedication ceremony in Normandy, France, June 6, 2019. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Nelson/Released)
SAINTE-MARIE-DU-MONT, France (NNS) -- In the midst of the 75th Anniversary of D-Day, Adm. James G. Foggo III, commander of U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Africa (CNE-A), and the U.S. Navy Memorial teamed up to dedicate The Lone Sailor statue at Utah Beach, June 6, 2019. The Lone Sailor is an iconic symbol of the Navy Memorial’s mission to Honor, Recognize, and Celebrate the men and women of the Sea Services, past, present, and future and to inform the public about their service. The statue at Utah Beach is the first one located outside the United States. “The newest location was chosen to honor the “Frogmen” of the Naval Combat Demolition Units and all of the men and women of the Navy who heroically served at Normandy to defend freedom for the United States and our allies,” said retired Rear Adm. Frank Thorp IV, president and CEO of the U.S. Navy Memorial. In the predawn hours of June 6, 1944, they were the first Americans to set foot on to the shores of France as part of Operation Neptune. It was the largest seaborne invasion in history and part of an overarching plan code-named Operation Overlord - the beginning of the end of World War II (WWII) in Europe, and commonly referred to as D-Day.
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“The Frogmen swam ashore to the beaches of Normandy to make them safer for the follow-on wave of Allied forces,” said Foggo. “The Lone Sailor statue is a reminder to honor and remember their bravery and to act as a link from the past to the present as we continue to protect the same values they fought to protect.” These Frogmen, the ancestors of today’s SEALs, came onto the beaches to dismantle and demolish mines and anti-ship barriers in preparation for the amphibious landing of the 1st Army Division on June 6, 1944. “This statue will serve as a reminder of the historic day the United States and Allies arrived from the sea to free the world from tyranny and repression, forging a lasting relationship with the people of Saint- MarieDu-Mont, the first city to be liberated in France during WWII,” Foggo said. The Lone Sailor statue stands on a plaza at the Utah Beach Museum overlooking the Atlantic Ocean from where the U.S. invasion force appeared on that historic morning. Although people come and go from this statue, the Lone Sailor will continue to serve as a universal sign of respect towards all Sea Service personnel for generations to come. CNE-A Fleet Master Chief Derrick Walters, a Navy SEAL, will participate in a swim that will emulate the journey the
Frogmen took in the early morning of June 6, 1944. “It is an honor to be here for 75th Anniversary of D-Day, but also to participate in a dedication ceremony that honors the Frogmen’s contribution and legacy is a once in a life opportunity and a very special moment for me and the Navy family.” The first Lone Sailor statue, the work of sculptor Stanley Bleifeld, was dedicated in October 1987. The Navy Memorial’s Statue City Program began in 1997 with the placement of a Lone Sailor statue at Recruit Training Command in Great Lakes, IL. The Lone Sailor in Normandy is the seventeenth, including the original on the Navy Memorial Plaza in Washington, DC. “The Lone Sailor monument represents all these Sailors and Marines that lost their lives at sea. And what they have given to us,” said Foggo. “Their steadfast commitment defeated tyranny and preserved freedom. To them, we are forever indebted. U.S. Naval Forces Europe - Africa, headquartered in Naples, Italy, conducts a full range of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation missions in concert with coalition, joint, interagency, and other parties in order to advance security and stability in Europe and Africa.
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