Constitution’s current and 77th commanding officer, Commander Billie J. Farrell, will be relieved by Commander Crystal L. Schaefer. The 500 guest ceremony will be broadcast live on USS Constitution’s Facebook page. USS Constitution will be closed for …
Ronald Reagan maneuvered alongside U.S. 7th Fleet flagship, USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19), surface ships and submarines from the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF), and additional U.S. Navy surface ships. Meanwhile, aircraft from the Japan Air Self- …
The crew of Paul Ignatius is thrilled to be in Cyprus and is looking forward to exploring the beautiful city and island. "We're all excited to be here in Limassol," said Ens. Alfred Lin, a sailor onboard the ship. ";We'; …
Mason entered the U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations on Nov. 4, 2023 for a routine deployment as part of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group (IKECSG). While operating in the Red Sea, Mason supported maritime security and stability in the Middle …
The aircraft are assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron (VMM) 365 (Reinforced), 24th MEU (SOC), which is currently deployed with the U.S. Navy Wasp Amphibious Ready Group (ARG). While based at Ronneby Airport, the detachment is capable of self- …
The soldier’s unit requested transport to a medical facility after he had trouble breathing and lost consciousness. The SAR crew launched from Ault Field at approximately 9:45 that morning and arrived on scene just before 10:20. A bystander with orange …
Rear Adm. Guido F. Valdes Commander, Naval Medical Forces Pacific, and Director, Defense Health Network Pacific Rim, presided over the ceremony and presented Hines with the Legion of Merit. "Leading a health care facility is difficult,” said Valdes. …
Sardiello is a 1990 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and holds post-graduate degrees in Computer Science and National Security and Strategic Studies. He is a U.S. Navy Test Pilot School graduate of Class 115 and a 2021 MIT Seminar XXI Fellow. Landing on …
The Honorable Chuck Hoskin, Jr., Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation, will deliver the principal address. Remarks will also be provided by the Honorable Franklin Parker, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Manpower and Reserve Affairs; Vice Adm. Scott …
Capt. Tate Robinson will replace Capt. Brandt as commanding officer until a permanent relief arrives. Capt. Brandt will be administratively assigned to Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet. Navy commanding officers are held to high standards …
Good evening, everyone! It is an honor to join you all today here at Utah Beach as we commemorate the 80th anniversary of D-Day and Operation Overlord, which marked the turning of the tide in the Allies’ campaign to liberate Europe from Nazi oppression. …
Secretary Del Toro attended the ceremony alongside dignitaries including President of the United States Joe Biden, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, veterans, and representatives of the allied nations. The Normandy American Cemetery is the final resting …
During his tenure as Provost, Gartner played a pivotal role in guiding NPS through a time of budget challenges and transformational change, coming aboard during the tumultuous COVID-19 pandemic. He oversaw the restructuring of the NPS academic organization …
The ship departed Rota, Spain, in late February 2024 to begin its current deployment throughout European and African waters. The ship has conducted previous port visits to Tema, Ghana, and Libreville, Gabon since departing in February. Hershel “Woody” …
Oak Hill Sailors and Marines, as well as the embarked 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU) Special Operations Capable (SOC) and Sailors assigned to Beach Masters Unit (BMU) 2 visited with French Navy counterparts assigned to amphibious assault ship FS …
During the visit, USS Normandy will participate in a remembrance event that marks the 80th anniversary of the Allied invasion of France, scheduled for June 6, 2024, which marked the turn in America’s campaign during World War II. Leadership will also …
The monument park was opened to the public on the 80th anniversary year of the D-Day invasion, serving as a tribute to the selfless sacrifice of NCDU and S&R service members in the D-Day invasion. During his remarks, Davids discussed the courage and …
Winners from Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Pacific, NIWC Atlantic, and Program Executive Office Command, Control, Communications, Computers and Intelligence (PEO C4I) demonstrated professionalism and dedication in promoting scientific and …
NORMANDY, France – Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Lisa Franchetti visited Türkiye, Bahrain, and Normandy, to meet with partner navies, government and military leaders, and Sailors, ahead of the 80th D-Day anniversary, June 2-6. The international trip …
The trip centered on increasing engagement with long-established allied member nations through enhanced information sharing, regional security cooperation, and cooperation in new domains. The international trip began in Brussels where DDNI and ADDNI met …
