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PEARL HARBOR-HICKAM — Logistics Specialist 1st Class Alyssa Vacho and Intelligence Specialist 1st Class Jonathan Vacho pose for a photo with their two kids, Freya and Alistair, in honor of Month of the Military Child. Established in April 1986 by former Defense Secretary Caspar Weinberger, the Month of the Military Child is celebrated to recognize over 1 million total-force military children in the Department of Defense worldwide. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Molly Crawford)
U.S. Air Force Lt. Col. Nicholas Wabeke, 776th Expeditionary Air Base Squadron commander, speaks at a memorial ceremony held Feb. 18, 2021 at Chabelley Airfield in honor of his fallen comrades, Ratchet 33 crew members: Capt. Ryan Hall, Capt. Nicholas Whitlock, 1st Lt. Justin Wilkens and Senior Airman Julian Scholten. Chabelley Airfield, is a military airstrip in Chabelley, six miles southwest of Djibouti City.
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.
