Returning Warrior Workshop provides Sailors,families with numerous resources, training

NAVY HEADLINES

Medical Units Make Strides Toward Interoper-

ability, July 30.

Talisman Saber 2013 Wraps Up Aboard USS

Blue Ridge,July 30.

USS Santa Fe Departs for Western Pacific De-

ployment, July 30.

Pacific Partnership Ar-rives in Solomon Islands,

July 30.

Harry S. Truman Strike Group Enters 6th Fleet,

July 29.

Lincoln’s First Com-manding Officer Mentors

Lincoln Sailors, July 29.

Navy Gives Public Sum-mer Access to Naval

Museums,July 29.

Sailors Participate in Cheyenne Frontier Days,

July 29.

July 2013 “Honoring our Sailors’ Service & Sacrifice” Volume 3 Issue 7

Story By MC1 Terrance JeffersonRMARCC

Public Affairs

More than 130 Sailors and family members from the Mid-Atlantic Region gathered at a hotel in downtown Baltimore for a Returning Warrior Workshop (RWW) July 19-21. RWW is held at different loca-tions around the country dur-ing the year to welcome home returning warriors and to help them smoothly transition back to civilian life. The three-day workshop wel-comed several round table dis-cussions from expert speakers and facilitators about the chal-lenges of returning home from extended deployments. Military One Source, Employer Support of Guard and Reserve, VA, TRI-CARE and other organizations were available to assist and an-swer any questions. Rear Adm. Martha Herb, Dep-uty Navy Personnel Command Director, Personnel Readiness Community Support, had a few inspiring words for the returning warriors. “You represent America’s Navy, always ready to provide for se-curity and to help maintain the American way of life,” said Herb. “You have redefined the mean-ing of Navy Reserve. Ready now, anytime, anywhere,” she said.One Full Time Support warrior, who deployed to Djibouti, said the workshop allowed him and his spouse to receive joint finan-cial counseling. “Receiving the financial coun-

seling with my wife was the one aspect I enjoyed the most,” said PS1 Rashad Weathersby, a 10-year Navy veteran, assigned to Commander Naval Reserve Forces Command. Weathersby said as an Individ-ual Augmentee (IA), he was also inspired by “Telling your story” portion of the workshop. “It was very nice, and I learned the perspectives of other mobi-lized IAs,” he said. Learning how to manage stress was also covered during the training forums, and one spouse said she was really enlightened. “It helped me learn how to deal with stress when my spouse is away,” said Elizabeth Honorado. “I learned how to look at things more positively,” she said. RWW organizers see the pro-gram as a key to ensure the re-turning warriors are mentally, spiritually, professionally and

physically fit.“Our goal is to provide the mem-bers with the necessary tools for reintegration and reunification with loved ones, community and the civilian life, while showing them our deepest gratitude and appreciation for the sacrifices made and services render in sup-port of this great nation,” said Arlene Poe, the Yellow Ribbon Program specialist at RMARCC. To button up RWW Baltimore 2013, Rear Adm. Herb left these words with the group of return-ing warriors and their families. “Thank you to the home team and all you did to keep your war-riors grounded and supported,” said Herb. “Your encouragement and your ability to do it all per-mitted your warrior to focus on the mission.” The next RWW for Mid-Atlantic Sailors is scheduled for December in Newport, R.I.

To kick off RWW Baltimore, participants registered and were given a three-day intinerary. They also received pamphlets of information outlin-ing the resources available for them.

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DID YOUKNOW...

these fun Navy facts?

KhakiOriginated in 1845 in India where the British soldiers

soaked white uniforms in mud, coffee and curry powder to blend in with the landscape.

Khakis made their debut in the U.S. Navy in 1912 when they were worn by naval aviators, and were adpoted for subma-

rines in 1931. In 1941 the Navy approved khakis for on -station

wear by senior officers, and soon after Pearl Harbor chiefs and officers were authorized to wear khakis ashore on liberty.

S.O.SContrary to popular notion, the letters S.O.S do not stand for “Save Our Ship” or “Save

Our Souls.” They were selected to indicate a distress because, in Morse Code, these letters and their combination create an unmistakable sound pat-

tern.

He knows the Ropes In the very early days, this

phrase was written on a sea-man’s discharge to indicate

that he was still a novice. All he knew about being a sailor was just the names and uses

of the principle ropes (lines). Today, this same phrase

means the opposite - that the person fully knows and understands the operation

(usually of the organization).

NOSC White River Junction Holds Change of Command

NOSC White River Junction held its change of command ceremony July 13. LCDR. Jason Eckhardt (right) relieved LCDR. Nicholas Lassiter (left) as commanding officer of NOSC White River Junction. The cake cut-ting is standard Navy tradition for change of command ceremonies.

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STAFFCAPT R andy Johnson RCC C ommanding Of f icer

CDR Glenn Kelso RCC Chief Staf f Of f icer

CDR KC Choi RCC Publ ic Af fairs Of f icer

Chief EditorMC1 (SW/AW) Terrance

Jefferson

LCDR. Jason Eckhardt said his goals as commanding officer of NOSC WRJ are to ensure his Sailors and staff understand the importance of their commitment to the Navy, DOD and the American people, no matter the pay grade. Continued vigilance of my staff will ensure we are ready and fully qualified reservists for mobilization into worldwide contingency operations, he said.

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JULY NAVAL

HISTORYJuly 1, 1972

Date of rank of Rear Ad-miral Samuel Lee Gravely, Jr.,who was the first U.S. Navy admiral of African-

American decent.

July 4, 1776 American colonies de-

clare their independence from Great Britian.

July 8, 1944 Naval bombardment of

Guam begins.

July 12, 1916 USS North Carolina is first Navy ship to carry

and operate aircraft.

July 15, 1942 First photographic in-

terpretation unit set up in the Pacific.

July 23, 1993 Sarah Deal becomes

the first woman Marine selected for naval aviation

training.

July 25, 1912 First specifications for naval aircraft published.

July 26, 1946 CAPT Joy Bright Han-cock appointed Director, Women’s Naval Reserve.

July 29, 1846 Sailors and Marines from U.S. Sloop Cyane capture San Diego, CA.

July 30, 1967 Fire on board USS For-

restal off the coast of Vietnam results in death

of 134 crew.

Story By MC2 Frankie Colbry NOSC Bangor Public Affairs

NOSC Fort Dix Sailors dominate, win boat regatta race

Fort Dix’s CPO 365 participated in the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, Second Annual Cardboard Boat Regatta at Willow Pond July 20 and received first place. (Rowing From Left to Right: PS1(AW) Sean Flaville, HM1(AW) Roberto Capa, NC1(AW) Krystle Huitron, AO1(AW) Crystal Hampton). Photo by AWF1(NAC/AW) Teresa Stoneburgh.

A group of Sailors attached to Naval Operational Support Center (NOSC) Bangor dedi-cated part of their day July 17 as volunteers for a local Habitat for Humanity project.

The Sailors and representatives of the organization spent time fixing drywall, trimming excessive grass and painting in and around one of the biggest Habitat for Humanity houses in the Bangor area.

The goal of the project is to provide a nice living environment to the best matched family at an affordab le cost.

Lt. Michael Chinn, the commanding officer at NOSC Bangor, said the Habitat for Human-ity projects afford people a desirable living condition and environment in a manner in which they may not be able to obtain otherwise.

The Sailors and their family members who helped with this particular project were more than happy to do so.

“For them to see us out here giving back to the community is a great thing,” said GM3 Nicholas Villancourt, a NOSC Bangor volunteer.

There are a surprising amount of people who don’t even know there are active and reserve Sailor components in Bangor, Vaillancourt said. NOSC Bangor’s commanding officer credits residents of the Bangor community.

“These are the people who in essence provide us with our pay checks every month, and when we aren’t out on deployments, we need to be more involved in our local communities,” said Chinn.

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Photos by MC1 Curtis Biasi

NOSC Manchester conducts motorcycle safety course

NOSC Norfolk staff parades colors for July 4 celebration

Staff members of NOSC Norfolk line up to present the colors for the 8th annual fourth of July celebration parade in East Beach, Va. NOSC Norfolk led the parade followed by more than 200 participants from the local community as they recognized Independence Day.

NOSC Manchester held an advanced motorcycle safety course for its Sailors in the parking lot June 29. A trainer from New Yorktaught the participants advanced handling techniques for their motorcycles. It was an all-day event. From Left to right are : ET1 Delabruere, MA1 Wright, EO2 Bann, 1stSgt Elliot, EOCN Coyman, LS3 Posada, PS2 Kim, ET3 Applebee and the two instructors: David M. Beyer and Keith.

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YNCS (AW/SCW) Angela Skehan Re-enlists YNCS Angela Skehan re-enlists at RMARCC July 24. Marine Master

Gunnery Sgt. Brian Skehan was the re-enlistment officer. Skehan signed for two more years. Photos By MC1 Terrance Jefferson

RMARCC Hosts Family Fun Day!

RMARCC Sailors and staff members spent July 12 relaxing, enjoying food and drinks, and having a bit of fun with their families and friends. The event included : a kiddie pool, volleyball, face painting, basketball, a bounce house and an exhibition from-Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Fire Department and “Sparky.” Photos By MC1 Terrance Jefferson

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The frocking ceremony for HM2 Jamie Ferrer was held at Twin Lights in Sandy Hook, N.J. Amira Ferrer, the wife of HM2, along with the commanding officer of NOSC Earle, CDR. Matthew Jackson, conducted the pinning.

NOSC Earle Sailor receives double pinning during ceremony

NOSC Pittsburgh Presents Patriot Award to Director

Col. Ronald Harris (left) of the USAFR, presented the Patriot Award to Ed Rieflin (right), senior director of sales, July 17, on behalf of the DOD ESGR. The award was presented at the Thoratec Corporation National Sales Meeting in La Jolla, Calif. Ed was nominated for this award in appreciation of his Thoratec Corporation’s support.

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Around the Region Photos of the Month

NOSC Quincy Sailors participated in a laying of a wreath ceremony July 11 for the United States’ sixth president, John Quincy Adams. The ceremony also commemorated president Adams’ 246th birthday. The event was held at the United First Parish Church in Quincy, Mass.

NOSC Quincy Sailors participated in a laying of a wreath ceremony July 11 for the United States’ sixth president, John Quincy Adams. The ceremony also commemorated president Adams’ 246th birthday. HT3 grant Ellerbe (left) and PS1 Chris Carson (right) assist Peter Adams inside the tomb.

NOSC Quincy Sailors participated in a laying of a wreath ceremony July 11 for the United States’ sixth president, John Quincy Adams. The ceremony also commemorated president Adams’ 246th birthday. Pictured from left to right: YN2 Alyssa Rodriguez, HM3 Chris Marchetta and EMC Richard Pietruszka.