NNS080520-22. CENTCOM Operations Director Visits USS Abraham Lincoln
By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Arianne Anderson, USS
Abraham Lincoln Public Affairs
USS ABRAHAM LINCOLN, At Sea (NNS) -- U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM)
Director of Operations U.S. Army Maj. Gen. Curtis M. Scaparrotti and
members of his staff, who are based in Tampa, Fla., visited USS Abraham
Lincoln (CVN 72) May 11-12.
During their visit, the CENTCOM officials toured the ship and received
briefs on the strike group's responsibilities and capabilities. They
also were given an opportunity to watch flight operations and spend time
with the crew.
Scaparrotti said this was his first visit aboard a U.S. aircraft
carrier while underway.
"Getting aboard and talking to the people who operate the ship and
seeing the complexity of the operations is helpful for me when I am taking
a look at plans for the region," said Scaparrotti. "The carrier plays
an essential role in everything we do in Central Command every day."
Scaparrotti said meeting Lincoln and Carrier Air Wing 2 Sailors was a
highlight of his visit.
"I had an excellent time," he said. "It's great to see the
professionalism and the proficiency of the crew. They're doing complex and
dangerous tasks quite well. It was great to be here."
CENTCOM Deputy Director of Operations Brig. Gen. Gregory A. Biscone
also extended his gratitude to the crew.
"Thanks for the great motivation, and thank you for the time away from
your family and friends," he said. "Thank you for getting things done
every day. You are making a difference."
Biscone also said the visit was a great opportunity for CENTCOM to
become familiar with the missions linked with Lincoln.
"It's better for us to get out here and talk to the Sailors so we
understand how best to employ you to make sure we complete our mission," he
said. "We are surrounded by great equipment, but it's people who make
the equipment go, and you can see that right here on the flight deck. We
saw it in the spaces we walked through during our visit."
Lincoln commanding officer Capt. Patrick Hall, said the ship is always
ready to host senior military leaders.
"We're happy that CENTCOM Director of Operations came out to visit us,"
Hall said. "It gives us a chance to showcase the great work being done
aboard this aircraft carrier."
For more news from USS Abraham Lincoln, visit
www.navy.mil/local/cvn72/.
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NNS080520-05. George Washington Carrier Strike Group Honors American
Sailors Buried in Chile
By Capt. Jean E. Roberts, George Washington Carrier Strike Group Public
Affairs
VALPARAISO, Chile (NNS) -- Rear Adm. Philip Hart Cullom, commander,
George Washington Carrier Strike Group laid two wreathes to honor American
Sailors buried in the Cementerio de Disidentes in Valaparaiso, May 16.
The ceremony honored 58 Sailors from USS Essex, two Sailors from USS
Baltimore, and one Sailor from USS Pensacola; all who died in the service
of their country more than a hundred years ago.
"In any navy, a shipmate is a shipmate for all time. Today, we lay
these wreaths in remembrance of these Sailors who are our shipmates, now
and forever. They share with us a special kinship created from the bond
of sacrifice -- sacrifice of family separation, sacrifice of physical
hardship of man vs. sea, and sacrifice of serving a cause greater than
ourselves," said Cullom.
During the War of 1812, the American frigate Essex was defeated and
captured just north of Valparaiso by HMS Phoebe and Cherub. Essex
casualties included 58 dead and 31 missing (of a crew of 154). The dead were
interred at Valparaiso. In 1881 a memorial was erected in the protestant
cemetery (Cementerio de Disidentes) on Pante?n Hill by the Daughters of
the War of 1812.
"These men rest in the armor of immortality because they live on in our
hearts and minds. Neither time nor distance will ever change the
sacred bond of shared sacrifice that transcends time and generation," Cullom
said.
The second USS Essex (LHD 2) is under the command of Capt. K. Brent
Canady. When he learned of the upcoming wreath-laying ceremony for the men
of the first USS Essex, he sent a letter stating, "I can think of no
better way to honor and remember the fallen Essex Sailors than by the
crew of USS George Washington, a ship named after our first president and
the father of our great country."
Crew members of GWCSG painstakingly took charcoal imprints "rubbings"
of the names off the monuments for entry into the official Navy Log,
part of the U.S. Naval Institute's historical preservation efforts.
Cullom also paid tribute to those Chilean sailors who have lost their
lives.
"Down the hill, beneath the Eternal Flame of Chile, are graves of other
sailors, Chilean sailors who similarly thought of their nation before
themselves. Yesterday, we honored them equally with a wreath of
remembrance. However, it does not matter in which cemetery Sailors rest. We
honor them all because truly each is a hero to all who hold dear the
basic rights of individual citizens. Each learned they sailed for a cause
far greater than themselves and knew the terrible sacrifice they may be
called to make, but they sailed, nonetheless so their countrymen would
have freedom to choose their own futures and have an equal voice with
no man above another," he said.
Cullom ended the event by saying, "The men buried in these two
cemeteries did not want to die, but they did. It is now up to us to give
meaning to their lives. We must guard their legacy of democracy with the same
vigilance they did. And we must be willing to give nothing less than
they did, if necessary. The eternal flame of freedom must burn brightly
within all of us, never to be extinguished, as long as we have breath
to take. That is the legacy we owe these shipmates. Now, let us live
it."
Also present were Capt. Rudy Laco, commander, Destroyer Squadron 40;
Capt. David Dykhoff, commanding officer, USS George Washington (CVN 73);
Capt. Richard Goodwyn, defense and naval attach? for the U.S. Embassy
in Chile; Officers and Sailors from USS George Washington (CVN 73) and
USS Kauffman (FFG-59) and the Bertil Haney family members who were
directly responsible for bringing the memorials to the U.S. State
Department's attention after the family noticed the seemingly forgotten graves
and tended them on a volunteer basis. Now the graves are professionally
tended.
The GWCSG's port call in Valparaiso is part of Partnership of the
Americas 2008. It is in direct support of operationalizing the Naval
Operations Concept and the U.S. Maritime Strategy that support more unified
hemispheric efforts that promote interoperability, trust and security.
For more news from USS George Washington, visit
www.navy.mil/local/cvn73/.
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NNS080520-25. NB Kitsap Navy College Goes Digital with E-CLEP
By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Scott Dagendesh, Fleet
Public Affairs Center, Det. Northwest
BREMERTON, Wash. (NNS) -- Naval Base Kitsap (NBK) Bremerton Vincennes
University at Navy College announced a new electronic form of
College-Level Examination Program, known as E-CLEP, May 19.
The program is designed to help all military service branches, spouses
and civilian employees, and Department of Defense personnel advance
forward toward earning their college degree.
Glenn Karrmann, regional site director for the Military Education
Program at NBK Bremerton Vincennes University, noted the electronic program
is the first one for the county.
"What makes this special is that this is the first electronic lab in
Kitsap County," said Karrmann. "In the past, it was paper-based, which
meant students tested, completed the exam and mailed it out. It would
take approximately one to two months for students to get their results
back, but this is the first time you can take an electronic test here."
Navy College provides the E-CLEP, which allows the service member to
show they have attained college-level mastery of certain course content,
just as the original CLEP, but minus the paper trail.
"The E-CLEP gives you an answer instantaneously," said Karrmann. "You
simply take the test and print out the results, and you'll know then and
there whether you need to sign up for a certain class or whether you
don't need to take it. That's a huge benefit for our students."
Although quicker results are a major benefit, an added bonus comes in
the form of money being saved.
"Once the student is finished taking the exam, the exam is evaluated
and if they score a 50 or better, they earn three semester hours in that
particular credit without having to spend time in a class," said
Karrmann. "With this program, they don't need to spend hundreds of dollars on
text books.
"That's an awesome deal," said Electronics Technician Seamen Joey
Morgan, Transient Personnel Unit. "Being able to get back test results
sooner allows me the opportunity to earn my degree quicker. It's great
saving money, too, since prices have been rising lately.
For more news from Naval Base Kitsap, visit
www.navy.mil/local/kitsap/.
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NNS080520-24. Senior Chief Named Ambassador to Corpus Christi
By Mike Antoine, Naval Station Ingleside Public Affairs
INGLESIDE, Texas (NNS) -- A Senior Chief Petty Officer was named
"Military Ambassador to the City of Corpus Christi," May 9, for his volunteer
services while serving as Deputy State Ride Captain for the Patriot
Guard Riders.
Senior Chief Damage Controlman (SW) Dan Creswell, of Afloat Training
Group (ATG) Ingleside, received the prestigious award.
The Patriot Guard Riders are a motorcyclist group comprised primarily
of veterans who attend the funerals of members of the U.S. Armed Forces
at the invitation of the deceased's family. There are currently about
139,000 Patriot Guard Riders nationwide.
Creswell has been a member of the Corpus Christi Patriot Guard Riders
since he reported to ATG two years ago, where he currently serves as the
lead for damage control training and assessment.
As a deputy state captain for the Patriot Guard Riders, he is
responsible for providing riders for "missions" from Port Lavaca, Texas, to the
valley area of Texas.
Creswell pointed out that their missions are not restricted to funerals
of service members killed in action.
"We will form a flag line and render honors and respect at the funerals
of veterans as well. We'll accompany the funeral procession from the
funeral home to the church or from the church to the cemetery. Whatever
the family would like us to do," said Creswell. "We don't do anything
or even show up without the permission of the family."
Creswell explained the Patriot Guard Riders have two objectives
whenever they participate: To show their sincere respect for the fallen
heroes, their families and their communities; and to shield mourning family
and friends from any potential distractions caused by protest groups.
He added that the group also provides honors at airport homecomings and
send-offs for service personnel.
Creswell joined the Patriot Guard Riders because he realized they were
special people.
"I met guys who would get up at one in the morning in Dallas and ride
to a funeral service in San Antonio, eat lunch and then ride back to
Dallas, and they didn't even know the person who had died," said Creswell.
Several of Creswell's shipmates on the base are also Patriot Guard
Riders ? and they are like family to Creswell since his wife has been in
Florida during his tour in Texas, taking care of her father.
In the meantime, Creswell and his "gang" will continue to ride and turn
heads along the way.
"I was surprised when I learned about being named Military Ambassador
to Corpus Christi ? but I stressed that it's not about me," said
Creswell. "It's all about what we do. That's the word we want to get into the
public. I'm just proud of what we've done as a group."
"Anyone can join," he continued. "You don't even have to have a bike.
All we require is that you read and abide by the Patriot Guard Rider
mission statement."
For more news from Naval Station Ingleside, visit
www.navy.mil/local/nsi/.
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NNS080520-14. Spokane Naval Trophy Reunited with Locals After 100 Years
By Capt. Barton Buechner, Navy Operational Support Center, Spokane
SPOKANE, Wash. (NNS) -- The U.S. Navy celebrated the return of the
Spokane Naval Trophy after one hundred years, during the Armed Forces Day
parade, May 17, in Spokane, Wash.
As one hundred thousand Spokanites lined the streets for the nation's
largest nighttime Armed Forces Day parade, there was little doubt that
Spokane was, once again, a Sailor Town.
It all began when the Spokane Chamber of Commerce and Spokane's United
Spanish War Veterans commissioned the creation of a trophy, molded from
400 ounces of sterling silver and lined with gold, as a special gift
to the Navy. It was envisioned as a fleet-wide award for 'proficiency in
gunnery' to be given yearly by the Secretary of the Navy.
The Spokane Naval Trophy was first awarded in 1908 to USS Tennessee
(ACR 10) in Bremerton, Wash., and annually thereafter to other ships,
including the Battleships USS Arizona (BB 39) and USS New Jersey (BB 48).
Following World War II, the trophy was retired, and it went to the Naval
Historical Center in Washington, D.C., where it was logged in as the
first artifact to join their collection.
In 1979, the trophy was placed on loan to Commander, Surfaces Forces
U.S. Pacific Fleet, (SURFPAC) and the tradition resumed. The Spokane
Naval Trophy came to symbolize 'overall surface ship excellence' in the
Pacific Fleet.
A few years later in 1998, some members of the Spokane Navy League were
visiting San Diego and did a double take when looking at the
beautifully engraved trophy on display at SURFPAC headquarters with the name of
their city prominently featured.
"They had no idea that the Spokane Naval Trophy even existed," said
Yeoman 1st Class Aimee Flinn, a Reservist with the Portland Navy
Operational Support Center (NOSC) and also secretary of the Portland Navy
League. Flinn, who holds several degrees in history and was working for the
City of Spokane as a researcher, did some more digging, and an old story
came to light. And, a plan began to come together to bring the trophy
back to the city of its origins for a visit.
"This was not an easy thing to do", she said, "The Navy League was
committed to make it happen, but getting all the approvals took some
doing."
Not only had the trophy become the symbol of Pacific Fleet readiness;
the Navy Historical Center now prized it above all other artifacts as
their first acquisition; the trophy was also recently appraised at over
$4 million.
Enter Capt. Joseph Green, a Spokane Reservist recently returned from a
year of duty in Afghanistan. Green took a keen interest in getting the
Spokane Naval Trophy back for a visit, and set about the business of
making the necessary arrangements, armed with letters of support from
local officials. About six months later, he was on his way north with the
trophy securely in his possession, bound for the centennial reunion
with Spokane.
And quite a reunion it was. The trophy made its first official
appearance in Spokane at the civic/military luncheon during the Lilac Festival,
allowing Spokanites to see a piece of their city's heritage that had
been lost for several generations. Lt. Cmdr. Paul Darling, commanding
officer of the Spokane NOSC, arranged to have the trophy on public
display at his center during the week leading up to the city's 70th Annual
Lilac Festival Armed Forces Day parade. And, nearly all of his 200 Navy
Reservists turned out for the evening 'Torchlight Parade,' complete with
a float depicting the USS Spokane (CL 120) mounted on a trailer.
The Navy contingent in the parade was led by Darling, Green, and Capt.
Michael E. Kidd, Navy Region Northwest Reserve Component commander,
riding in a 1950 Chevy convertible. Sailors walked the parade route and
made frequent detours to shake hands and high-five with young people
lining the streets.
Adding to the sense of occasion, Darling announced prior to the parade,
that the current Spokane Naval Trophy winner USS Chaffee (DDG 90), had
made an unexpected port call in Everett, Wash., and was aware the
trophy was "home" for a visit in Spokane, and was sending a delegation to
visit. The Spokane Navy League was ready for them, with a special
commemorative plaque honoring their earning the trophy. Bruce Rasche, Spokane
Navy League president, explained this is a part of the Spokane Naval
Trophy legacy that will continue.
"Since we renewed our connection with the trophy, we have been giving
each ship a plaque that they can keep on board, since the trophy itself
stays in San Diego", he said. "We've been doing that for ten years now,
and we'll keep going for another hundred as long as we have members to
carry it out."
The City of Spokane will keep the local heritage alive also; Sandy
Kates of the Spokane Chamber of Commerce noted they too have made a replica
plaque, and intend to keep it updated with each new Navy ship which
earns the trophy.
"Spokane and the Navy have this connection again, and we want to keep
it going," said Kates.
Rasche agreed, "the Spokane community can now see that it once did
something so wonderful that 100 years later, it's the best thing that the
Navy awards," he said, "We're glad that the Navy allowed the trophy to
come home again ? sharing [it] with the people who created it in the
first place, the people of Spokane.
For more news from Commander, Navy Region Northwest, visit
www.navy.mil/local/cnrnw/.
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NNS080520-13. New Yorkers Laud Service members on Armed Forces Day
By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ron Kuzlik, Navy Office of
Information East Public Affairs
BRONX, N.Y. (NNS) -- New Yorkers gathered at Orchard Beach in Bronx,
N.Y., May 17, to honor Soldiers, Sailors, Marines and Airmen to
commemorate Armed Forces Day 2008.
After the honor guard from the nearby Navy Operational Support Center
(NOSC) Bronx presented the colors, residents, community and civic
leaders thanked and lauded New Yorkers who have served in the military.
Among the guest speakers was Rear Adm. Scott Sanders, vice commander,
U.S. Naval Forces Central Command.
"On days like today, it's not a day just to give thanks and honor our
Armed Forces," remarked Sanders to those who were present, which
included veterans and dignitaries. "But, we also need to show our thanks and
gratitude to the communities whose sons and daughters have honorably
served in the defense of our great nation."
Bronx Borough Pres. Adolfo Carri?n, Jr., spoke on behalf of the people
of New York City at the ceremony.
"The freedoms that we enjoy as Americans are available only because of
the service and sacrifice of the very same members of the Armed Forces
that we are gathered here today to honor and remember," Carri?n said.
"We need to pause as a country, as a people, to recognize and say 'thank
you' to the men and women of our Armed Forces who make our way of life
possible."
Part of the ceremony was specially dedicated to the memory of those who
made the supreme sacrifice, especially the 72 service members from New
York City who have died in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and the
war on terrorism.
A bell tolled as the name, branch of service and borough of residence
of each fallen Soldier, Sailor, Marine and Airman was read during the
memorial ceremony.
President Harry S. Truman led the effort to establish a single holiday
for citizens of the United States to thank and honor members of the
military for service to our country. On Aug. 31, 1949, then-Secretary of
Defense Louis Johnson announced the creation of the first Armed Forces
Day, to be celebrated annually on the third Saturday of May.
For more news from Navy Office of Information, East, visit
www.navy.mil/local/navinfoeast/.
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NNS080520-11. Carl Vinson Sailors Utilize PACE in the Shipyard
By Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Philip Schrickel, USS Carl
Vinson Public Affairs
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (NNS) -- Sailors aboard USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) are
earning more than just qualifications and warfare designations this
May; they're also earning credits toward college degrees through the Navy
College Program for Afloat Education (NCPACE).
With a wide variety of college classes to choose from, many crew
members are taking the initiative to fulfill their educational goals by
enrolling in courses held conveniently aboard the ship.
"The NCPACE program is a great opportunity for Carl Vinson Sailors,"
said Personnel Specialist 1st Class (SS/SW) Daniel Leggett, of the
command's Educational Services Office. "Having access to college classes on
board helped me go back to school and get my master's degree."
Having an NCPACE program in the shipyard is unique. According to
coordinators, Carl Vinson is one of the first Navy ship's to offer classes
while undergoing its 40-month extended overhaul period.
"We have a lot of things going on in the shipyard, but the command
still emphasizes education," said Leggett.
Recently, the benefits of college education have transformed into
incentives for advancement. Beginning with the September Navy examination
schedule, Sailors who have earned an associate's degree will receive two
bonus points. Sailors who have completed their bachelor's degree will
earn four points. Additional degrees can yield crew members up to the
maximum allotment of 12 points toward their advancement exams.
NCPACE, a part of the Navy College Program, provides both academic
skills and college (undergraduate and graduate) courses. All courses are
offered by colleges and universities accredited by an agency recognized
by the Department of Education, allowing sea-going Sailors an
opportunity to meet their educational goals in virtually any setting.
All courses, including academic skills instructions, are provided to
Sailors tuition-free. Academic skills instructional materials are also
provided at no cost. However, Sailors must pay the costs associated with
textbooks and other educational materials.
All undergraduate courses are offered by educational institutions with
Service Members Opportunity College - Navy (SOCNAV) affiliations,
allowing Sailors the opportunity to transfer credits and complete degrees
with various schools around the country.
"Being able to take college classes at my duty station and without
paying any tuition is great," said Yeoman 1st Class (SW) Katherine Ward,
the NCPACE coordinator for ESO. "It really is a good deal. All you have
to do is get your books, show up for class and study. When you get your
degree, you can reap your rewards with extra points for advancement."
For more news from USS Carl Vinson, visit
www.navy.mil/local/cvn70/.
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NNS080520-02. Call for USS John C. Stennis Family Scholarship
Applicants
By Kayla Clayborne, Stennis Center for Public Service
STARKVILLE, Miss (NNS) -- The John C. Stennis Center for Public Service
announced a last call for applications for the 2008 USS John C.
Stennis (CVN 74) Family Scholarship, which are due by May 31.
The scholarships are awarded to children of current and former Stennis
crew members and spouses of current crew members with the aircraft
carrier.
The awards are given on an annual basis to individuals planning to
pursue careers in public service. Applications are located on the Center's
Web site,
www.stennis.gov/familyscholarshippage.htm, or Stennis' Web
site,
www.cvn74.navy.mil/familyServices.html.
Last year, five Stennis Family Scholarships were awarded ranging from
$500 to $4,000.
For more information about the scholarship, contact the John C. Stennis
Center for Public Service at (662) 325-8409.
For more news from USS John C. Stennis, visit
www.navy.mil/local/cvn74/.
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NNS080520-01. Kitsap Seabees Teach Children Basic Building Skills
By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class (AW) Maebel Tinoko, Fleet
Public Affairs Center, Det. Northwest
PORT ORCHARD, Wash. (NNS) -- Seabees assigned to Naval Facilities
Engineering Command's Self Help Department volunteered to teach children how
to build furniture at East Port Orchard Elementary School, May 16.
The children learned how to make a handcrafted chest with wooden parts
supplied by the Navy's Personal Excellence through Cooperative
Education (PECE) Program, which brings commands and schools together as a way
to provide positive mentorship to the children with a new program called
"Building Buddies."
"The students here love learning something new and they get to take a
souvenir home to show their families what they created," said Chief
Construction Electrician (SCW) Mark Thresher, Building Buddies coordinator.
"This creative activity helps children develop teamwork and learn basic
building skills."
Building Buddies is a mentorship program that provides children with
innovative and constructive activities during school. Before any
construction project begins, safety is strongly emphasized and children are
educated about proper use of tools.
Sailors pre-cut wood pieces and showed children step-by-step how to
assemble parts together. After their projects were complete, participants
stained the natural wooden chest set.
"I enjoy teaching children a new skill and it's great to see their
faces light up when they accomplish a project," said Builder 1st Class
(SCW) Gabe Marrero, a volunteer from Naval Facilities Engineering Command.
"These projects help expand a child's mind and give them artistic
activities to do."
Anne Marie Thresher, volunteer coordinator, explained that the purpose
of the program is to teach students wood working skills and expose
children to positive role models.
"I want to thank all our wonderful and committed volunteers who take
their time out to spend time with the children," said Anne Marie
Thresher. "Building Buddies is an incredible program and I hope it continues to
grow. Children don't only learn something new; they gain confidence
and develop friendships among classmates as well."
For more news from Naval Base Kitsap, visit
www.navy.mil/local/kitsap/.
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NNS080520-18. Daily News Update for May 20, 2008
From the Navy News Service
WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Daily News Update features six newscasts each day -
one two-minute newscast and five one-minute newscasts.
Two-minute newscast-
- Plebes participate in Sea Trials at the U.S. Naval Academy.
http://www.navy.mil/dnu.asp?id=10992 First one-minute newscast-
- Headlines from around the fleet: USS Boxer (LHD 4) arrives in El
Salvador for Continuing Promise 2008; Fleet Week kicks off in New York May
21.
http://www.navy.mil/dnu.asp?id=10993 Second one-minute newscast-
- USS Boxer (LHD 4) biomedical technicians repair Guatemalan medical
equipment.
http://www.navy.mil/dnu.asp?id=10994 Third one-minute newscast-
- USS Florida (SSGN 728) converts to a guided-missile submarine.
http://www.navy.mil/dnu.asp?id=10995 Fourth one-minute newscast-
- USS Carl Vinson's (CVN 70) Supply Department sets sales record.
http://www.navy.mil/dnu.asp?id=10996 Fifth one-minute newscast-
- Teachers at Fleet Activities Yokosuka participate in the musical
comedy Ja-Pun.
http://www.navy.mil/dnu.asp?id=10997 Naval Media Center produces six Daily News Update (DNU) newscasts: a
two-minute newscast and five one-minute newscasts. DNU can be seen
throughout the day and evening on the Direct-to-Sailor (DTS) satellite
television service available aboard 160 ships of the fleet and via the Navy
Web site at
www.navy.mil. Check your local DTS program schedule for air
times. DNU can also be seen throughout the world on the Armed Forces
Radio and Television Service.
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NNS020131-22. This Day in Naval History - May 21
From the Navy News Service
1850 - Washington Navy Yard begins work on first castings for the
Dahlgren guns.
1917 - USS Ericsson fires first torpedo of war.
1944 - Accidental explosion on board an LST unloading ammunition in
West Loch, Pearl Harbor, and the resulting fire and other explosions sink
five LSTs.
1964 - The initiation of the standing carrier presence at Yankee
Station in the South China Sea.
For more information about naval history, visit the Naval Historical
Center Web site at
http://www.history.navy.mil.
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