201207-N-ND356-1134 HONOLULU (Dec. 7, 2020) Rear Adm. Robb Chadwick, Commander, Navy Region Hawaii and Commander, Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific salutes side boys at the conclusion of the 79th Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day ceremony at the Pearl Harbor National Memorial in Honolulu, Hawaii. The theme of the 79th Pearl Harbor Day Remembrance ceremony, “Above and Beyond the Call,” pays tribute to the Soldiers, Marines, Coast Guardsmen and Sailors defending Oahu, as well as the civilians caught in the crossfire of the opening battle of the United States involvement in World War II. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jessica O. Blackwell)
Though the attacks of September 11th, 2001 happened 19 years ago, it is still a marked time of unification. We can use this date to rekindle our care and compassion for one another, to see about our fellow Americans and unite and encourage our country.
In this special three-part series, Sailors will share their memories of 9/11 and thoughts on how we can continue to serve and remember.
Part II - Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class...
Though the attacks of September 11th, 2001 happened 19 years ago, it is still a marked time of unification. We can use this date to rekindle our care and compassion for one another, to see about our fellow Americans and unite and encourage our country.
In this special three-part series, Sailors will share their memories of 9/11 and thoughts on how we can continue to serve and remember.
Part III & Conclusion: Quartermaster Seaman...
Though the attacks of September 11th, 2001 happened 19 years ago, it is still a marked time of unification. We can use this date to rekindle our care and compassion for one another, to see about our fellow Americans and unite and encourage our country.
In this special three-part series, Sailors will share their memories of 9/11 and thoughts on how we can continue to serve and remember.
Part I - Rear Adm. Robb Chadwick:
“People made...
Summertime is fast approaching, and service members are kicking off their boots in exchange for flip-flops and enjoying life on the island. However, the threat does not disappear after hanging up the camouflage uniform for the day. It is important to be mindful of operational risk management during leisure activities.
The U.S. Navy has ships and submarines patrolling waters across the world 365 days a year deterring aggression and maintaining freedom of the seas, always prepared to combat threats. The Navy’s newest enemy is one that can’t be seen by the naked eye, COVID-19. Due to social distancing guidelines and an effort to minimize contact, Sailors around the world are seeing adjusted work schedules, and in some cases even teleworking.
April has been designated “Month of the Military Child.” This month is set aside for approximately 1.7 million dependent children worldwide who are recognized for their daily sacrifices and the challenges they overcome as military children supporting their service members. Rear Adm. Robert Chadwick II, Commander, Navy Region Hawaii and Commander, Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific, was one of the many military children who filled this role.
