The document discusses recent events in the Pacific theater including a trip to Guam and highlights Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month. It provides safety tips for recreational activities over the summer months and announces updates to the Navy website and PTS program. The document also recognizes Sailors of the Year and includes brief highlights from Pacific naval history.
Opening Statement - MCPON Testified before Congress on Quality of LifeMilitary Matters
MCPON (SS/SW) Rick D. West, Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) testified before Congress April 14, 2010. Appearing before the House Appropriations Committee Subcommittee on Military Construction, testimony discussion included quality of life, recruiting and retention, Reserve force, and veteran affairs issues.
BRAVO ZULU Q-4 2019 is a USCG Auxiliary Flotilla F-17 District Eleven North Public Affairs Publication. Editor, Contributor and Photographer Roger Bazeley PA1 USCGAUX.
BRAVO ZULU contains articles and photography that tell the story and active missions of the Auxiliary as members of TEAM COAST GUARD volunteer boating safety educators, maritime specialists, and many other specialties that serve, support, and augment the USCG missions of saving lives. We are known as America's Volunteer Life Savers and the USCG's Volunteer Guardians.
Bravo Zulu 2019 Q-3 News Magazine USCGAUX Roger Bazeley PA1 final r5-pnRoger Bazeley, USA
Bravo Zulu 2019 Q-3 News Magazine USCGAUX is a Coast Guard Auxiliary publication of Flotilla 1-7 D11N, Editor Roger Bazeley - The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary (USCG Aux) is the uniformed auxiliary service of the United States Coast Guard (USCG). The Auxiliary exists to support all USCG missions except roles that require "direct" law enforcement or military engagement. As of 2019, there were approximately 26,000 members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
2015 is the "Year of the Military Diver"?
Also 2015 is:
The 100th Anniversary of the Mark V dive helmet;
The 35th Anniversary of Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center;
The 70th Anniversary for NSA Panama City and Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division;
The 40th year since Navy Experimental Diving Unit moved from Washington Navy Yard to Panama City, FL.
Opening Statement - MCPON Testified before Congress on Quality of LifeMilitary Matters
MCPON (SS/SW) Rick D. West, Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) testified before Congress April 14, 2010. Appearing before the House Appropriations Committee Subcommittee on Military Construction, testimony discussion included quality of life, recruiting and retention, Reserve force, and veteran affairs issues.
BRAVO ZULU Q-4 2019 is a USCG Auxiliary Flotilla F-17 District Eleven North Public Affairs Publication. Editor, Contributor and Photographer Roger Bazeley PA1 USCGAUX.
BRAVO ZULU contains articles and photography that tell the story and active missions of the Auxiliary as members of TEAM COAST GUARD volunteer boating safety educators, maritime specialists, and many other specialties that serve, support, and augment the USCG missions of saving lives. We are known as America's Volunteer Life Savers and the USCG's Volunteer Guardians.
Bravo Zulu 2019 Q-3 News Magazine USCGAUX Roger Bazeley PA1 final r5-pnRoger Bazeley, USA
Bravo Zulu 2019 Q-3 News Magazine USCGAUX is a Coast Guard Auxiliary publication of Flotilla 1-7 D11N, Editor Roger Bazeley - The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary (USCG Aux) is the uniformed auxiliary service of the United States Coast Guard (USCG). The Auxiliary exists to support all USCG missions except roles that require "direct" law enforcement or military engagement. As of 2019, there were approximately 26,000 members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
2015 is the "Year of the Military Diver"?
Also 2015 is:
The 100th Anniversary of the Mark V dive helmet;
The 35th Anniversary of Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center;
The 70th Anniversary for NSA Panama City and Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division;
The 40th year since Navy Experimental Diving Unit moved from Washington Navy Yard to Panama City, FL.
Bravo zulu 2021 q-4 news magazine uscgaux roger bazeley pa1 publish-rmb rev2 ...Roger Bazeley, USA
Who we are and what we do
The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary (USCGAUX) is the uniformed auxiliary service of the United States Coast Guard (USCG). The Auxiliary exists to support all USCG missions except roles that require "direct" law enforcement or military engagement. As of 2019, there were approximately 22,000 members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Established by Congress in 1939 the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary motto is Semper Paratus (Always Ready). We invite you to learn more about who and what we do as members of TEAM COAST GUARD.
The Auxiliary areas of operation:
- Recreational Boating Safety and Education
- Public Affairs and Community Outreach
- Safety and Security Patrols – Ports/Waterways
- Search and Rescue Mission Support
- Food Specialists for USCG events/ships (AUXCA)
- Mass Casualty and Disaster Assistance
- Pollution Response & Environmental Patrols
- Commercial Fishing and Vessel Exams
- Platforms for USCG Training – Helicopter OPS
- Recruitment for Coast Guard Auxiliary/USCG (AUP)
BRAVO ZULU 2020 Q-1 news magazine uscgaux roger bazeley pa1 publish-rmb r2-pnRoger Bazeley, USA
The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary (USCGAUX) is the uniformed auxiliary service of the United States Coast Guard (USCG). The Auxiliary exists to support all USCG missions except roles that require "direct" law enforcement or military engagement. As of 2019, there were approximately 24,000 members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Established by Congress in 1939 the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary motto is Semper Paratus (Always Ready). We invite you to learn more about who and what we do as members of TEAM COAST GUARD.
The Auxiliary areas of operation:
- Recreational Boating Safety and Education
- Public Affairs and Community Outreach
- Safety and Security Patrols – Ports/Waterways
- Search and Rescue Mission Support
- Chefs/Food Specialists for USCG events/ships
- Mass Casualty and Disaster Assistance
- Pollution Response & Patrols
- Commercial Fishing and Vessel Exams
- Platforms for USCG Training – Helicopter OPS
- Recruitment for Coast Guard Auxiliary/USCG
Commissioning ceremony booklet for Eric S. Watkins of the USS Boxer. Watkins transitioned from a senior chief petty officer to a warrant officer in the U.S. Navy.
Bravo zulu 2021 q-4 news magazine uscgaux roger bazeley pa1 publish-rmb rev2 ...Roger Bazeley, USA
Who we are and what we do
The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary (USCGAUX) is the uniformed auxiliary service of the United States Coast Guard (USCG). The Auxiliary exists to support all USCG missions except roles that require "direct" law enforcement or military engagement. As of 2019, there were approximately 22,000 members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Established by Congress in 1939 the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary motto is Semper Paratus (Always Ready). We invite you to learn more about who and what we do as members of TEAM COAST GUARD.
The Auxiliary areas of operation:
- Recreational Boating Safety and Education
- Public Affairs and Community Outreach
- Safety and Security Patrols – Ports/Waterways
- Search and Rescue Mission Support
- Food Specialists for USCG events/ships (AUXCA)
- Mass Casualty and Disaster Assistance
- Pollution Response & Environmental Patrols
- Commercial Fishing and Vessel Exams
- Platforms for USCG Training – Helicopter OPS
- Recruitment for Coast Guard Auxiliary/USCG (AUP)
BRAVO ZULU 2020 Q-1 news magazine uscgaux roger bazeley pa1 publish-rmb r2-pnRoger Bazeley, USA
The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary (USCGAUX) is the uniformed auxiliary service of the United States Coast Guard (USCG). The Auxiliary exists to support all USCG missions except roles that require "direct" law enforcement or military engagement. As of 2019, there were approximately 24,000 members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Established by Congress in 1939 the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary motto is Semper Paratus (Always Ready). We invite you to learn more about who and what we do as members of TEAM COAST GUARD.
The Auxiliary areas of operation:
- Recreational Boating Safety and Education
- Public Affairs and Community Outreach
- Safety and Security Patrols – Ports/Waterways
- Search and Rescue Mission Support
- Chefs/Food Specialists for USCG events/ships
- Mass Casualty and Disaster Assistance
- Pollution Response & Patrols
- Commercial Fishing and Vessel Exams
- Platforms for USCG Training – Helicopter OPS
- Recruitment for Coast Guard Auxiliary/USCG
Commissioning ceremony booklet for Eric S. Watkins of the USS Boxer. Watkins transitioned from a senior chief petty officer to a warrant officer in the U.S. Navy.
BRAVO ZULU 2020 Q-4 Magazine USCG-AUX Editor, Roger Bazeley PA1 Roger Bazeley, USA
ABOUT THE AUXILIARY and BRAVO ZULU Contents
Who we are and what we do
The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary (USCGAUX) is the uniformed auxiliary service of the United States Coast Guard (USCG). The Auxiliary exists to support all USCG missions except roles that require "direct" law enforcement or military engagement. As of 2019, there were approximately 24,000 members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Established by Congress in 1939 the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary motto is Semper Paratus (Always Ready). We invite you to learn more about who and what we do as members of TEAM COAST GUARD.
The Auxiliary areas of operation:
- Recreational Boating Safety and Education
- Public Affairs and Community Outreach
- Safety and Security Patrols – Ports/Waterways
- Search and Rescue Mission Support
- Chefs/Food Specialists for USCG events/ships
- Mass Casualty and Disaster Assistance
- Pollution Response & Patrols
- Commercial Fishing and Vessel Exams
- Platforms for USCG Training – Helicopter OPS
- Recruitment for Coast Guard Auxiliary/USCG
In addition to the above, the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary operates in any mission as directed by the Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard or Secretary of Homeland Security. Our mission is to promote and improve Recreational Boating Safety, to provide trained crews and facilities to augment the Coast Guard and enhance safety and security of our ports, waterways, and coastal regions, and to support Coast Guard operational, administrative, and logistical requirements.
Articles + Content
FYI: Point Bonita Flotilla/ Lighthouse History…3
About the Auxiliary …4
Auxiliary Four Corner Stones…5
USCG Auxiliary 81st Anniversary Message...6
Illusive Leadership…7
Auxiliary Team Sews Masks –to fight COVID-19…8, 9
Paddle-Craft Articles-Hypothermia-Sea Scouts…12-21
Cell Phones 911 for Mariners in distress…22, 23
SF Pier 45 Huge Fire, SS Jeramiah O’Brien Saved…24
Communicating The USCG Mission: Public Affairs…27
Bringing Home the Catch Safely.…34
Why I joined the USCG Auxiliary…37
Commandant’s “Diversity and Inclusion Policy”…38
Safe Sailing Trips with the Kids…40
AUX-JACK Auxiliary Exams by Brady McNulty…41
Mineta- Leadership…42 In My Hand we hold Freedom…43
Our 2020 Flotilla Leadership Team…44
Have You Heard About USCG Auxiliary Aviation…45
Diversity Policy USCG Auxiliary COMO. Washburn Ret.…52
Auxiliary Programs…53 – COW Benediction…54
Auxiliary Chaplain Program…55
Maritime photos…56-58
Bravo Zulu 2020 Q-4 news magazine uscgaux roger bazeley pa1 draft-rmb r4Roger Bazeley, USA
ABOUT THE
AUXILIARY
Who we are and what we do
The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary (USCGAUX) is the uniformed auxiliary service of the United States Coast Guard (USCG). The Auxiliary exists to support all USCG missions except roles that require "direct" law enforcement or military engagement. As of 2019, there were approximately 24,000 members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Established by Congress in 1939 the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary motto is Semper Paratus (Always Ready). We invite you to learn more about who and what we do as members of TEAM COAST GUARD.
The Auxiliary areas of operation:
- Recreational Boating Safety and Education
- Public Affairs and Community Outreach
- Safety and Security Patrols – Ports/Waterways
- Search and Rescue Mission Support
- Chefs/Food Specialists for USCG events/ships
- Mass Casualty and Disaster Assistance
- Pollution Response & Patrols
- Commercial Fishing and Vessel Exams
- Platforms for USCG Training – Helicopter OPS
- Recruitment for Coast Guard Auxiliary/USCG
BRAVO ZULU 2020 Q-2 news magazine uscgaux roger bazeley pa1 publish-rmb r2-pnRoger Bazeley, USA
Articles + Content
CONTENTS…2
FYI: Point Bonita Flotilla/ Lighthouse History…3
About the Auxiliary …4
COVID-19 Information Fact Sheet…5
USCG Sector SF Master Chief Retirement Command Master Chief Christensen…6
National Safe Boating Week (NSBW) History...9
Pre-Patrol Stretches and Warm-ups…10
Why we do what we do…14
Proper Uniform Wear…18
Ready to Communicate; Ready to Recruit…21
Point Bonita FLASH – Monthly News…23
MEMBERS DECK & FYI, RBS, ALERTS…25
The Demise of Traditional Raster (RNC) Paper Charts – From BOATUS…26
MEMBER TRAINING - Paddle-Craft Safety…28
USCG National Safe Boating Week with Water Safety Fair at USCG Station Golden Gate…39
Boat Crew Crossword Puzzle…47
Our 2020 Flotilla Leadership Team…42
ETHOS: Leadership & Diversity Policy…43
Auxiliary Specialty Programs…44
Auxiliary Chaplain Support Program…45
Boat Crew Word Puzzle…46
Boat Crew Word Puzzle – Answers…47
ABOUT THE
AUXILIARY
Who we are and what we do
The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary (USCGAUX) is the uniformed auxiliary service of the United States Coast Guard (USCG). The Auxiliary exists to support all USCG missions except roles that require "direct" law enforcement or military engagement. As of 2019, there were approximately 24,000 members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Established by Congress in 1939 the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary motto is Semper Paratus (Always Ready). We invite you to learn more about who and what we do as members of TEAM COAST GUARD.
The Auxiliary areas of operation:
- Recreational Boating Safety and Education
- Public Affairs and Community Outreach
- Safety and Security Patrols – Ports/Waterways
- Search and Rescue Mission Support
- Chefs/Food Specialists for USCG events/ships
- Mass Casualty and Disaster Assistance
- Pollution Response & Patrols
- Commercial Fishing and Vessel Exams
- Platforms for USCG Training – Helicopter OPS
- Recruitment for Coast Guard Auxiliary/USCG
In addition to the above, the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary operates in any mission as directed by the Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard or Secretary of Homeland Security. Our mission is to promote and improve Recreational Boating Safety, to provide trained crews and facilities to augment the Coast Guard and enhance safety and security of our ports, waterways, and coastal regions, and to support Coast Guard operational, administrative, and logistical requirements.
BRAVO ZULU 2018 Q3 NewsMAG uscgaux-f17 roger bazeley-publish-rmbRoger Bazeley, USA
BRAVO ZULU is the USCG-AUG Flotilla F1-7 D11N Quarterly Publication of 2018 Events, Activities in Recreational Boating Safety, Marine Safety, TEAM USCG-Auxilliary augmentation and partnership activities to educate and assit the Public in boating Safety through classes and vessel exams. FSO-PA/PB Roger Bazeley is the Publication Editor, Photographer, article contributor Public Affairs Officer for Bravo Zulu and F1-7 D11N, San Francisco/Alameda CA
BRAVO ZULU 2020 Q-3 news magazine uscgaux roger bazeley pa1 publish-rmb r6Roger Bazeley, USA
Articles + Content
FYI: Point Bonita Flotilla/ Lighthouse History…3
About the Auxiliary …4
COVID-19 Information Fact Sheet…5
USCG Auxiliary 81st Anniversary Message…6
Point Bonita Flotilla Flash News...7
Auxiliary Team Sews Masks –to fight COVID-19…8
Paddle-Craft Articles-Sea Scouts…10-19
Cell Phones 911 for Mariners in distress…20
SF Pier 45 Huge Fire, SS Jeramiah O’Brien Saved…22
SF Commercial Fishing -Bring the Catch In Safely…25
Diversity and Inclusion Adm. Paul Zunkift Ret.…30
Racial Tension in America Requires Intrusive Military Leadership…32
Commandant’s “Stronger Together” June 2020 Message…34
Why I Joined the Auxiliary, Victor Beelik…35
Sea Fever Poem, USCGC EAGLE …36
AUX-JACK Auxiliary Patrol by Brady McNulty…37
Our 2020 Flotilla Leadership Team…38
Diversity Policy USCG Auxiliary COMO. Washburn Ret.…39
Auxiliary Programs…40
Auxiliary Chaplain Program…41
Maritime photos…42-44
Who we are and what we do
The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary (USCGAUX) is the uniformed auxiliary service of the United States Coast Guard (USCG). The Auxiliary exists to support all USCG missions except roles that require "direct" law enforcement or military engagement. As of 2019, there were approximately 24,000 members of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary.
Established by Congress in 1939 the United States Coast Guard Auxiliary motto is Semper Paratus (Always Ready). We invite you to learn more about who and what we do as members of TEAM COAST GUARD.
The Auxiliary areas of operation:
- Recreational Boating Safety and Education
- Public Affairs and Community Outreach
- Safety and Security Patrols – Ports/Waterways
- Search and Rescue Mission Support
- Chefs/Food Specialists for USCG events/ships
- Mass Casualty and Disaster Assistance
- Pollution Response & Patrols
- Commercial Fishing and Vessel Exams
- Platforms for USCG Training – Helicopter OPS
- Recruitment for Coast Guard Auxiliary/USCG
Issue: Why is my latest EVAL not showing up in my Eelectronic Service Record or Web Enabled Record Review?
Answer: The NPC Performance Evaluation Division rejected more than 6,200 evaluation and fitness reports received during August and
September. A large majority of the reports were rejected due to commands not using the new one-letter Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA)
codes established in NAVADMIN 193/10. All of these reports must be corrected and then resubmitted to the Performance Evaluation Division.
See the “Latest News” section on the NPC homepage at www.npc.navy.mil, for more information.
Issue: Is it true that Individual Augmentation Global War on Terror Support Assignments (GSA) are going away?
Executive Directors Chat Leveraging AI for Diversity, Equity, and InclusionTechSoup
Let’s explore the intersection of technology and equity in the final session of our DEI series. Discover how AI tools, like ChatGPT, can be used to support and enhance your nonprofit's DEI initiatives. Participants will gain insights into practical AI applications and get tips for leveraging technology to advance their DEI goals.
Biological screening of herbal drugs: Introduction and Need for
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for Anti-inflammatory, Antiulcer, Anticancer, Wound healing, Antidiabetic, Hepatoprotective, Cardio protective, Diuretics and
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June 3, 2024 Anti-Semitism Letter Sent to MIT President Kornbluth and MIT Cor...Levi Shapiro
Letter from the Congress of the United States regarding Anti-Semitism sent June 3rd to MIT President Sally Kornbluth, MIT Corp Chair, Mark Gorenberg
Dear Dr. Kornbluth and Mr. Gorenberg,
The US House of Representatives is deeply concerned by ongoing and pervasive acts of antisemitic
harassment and intimidation at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Failing to act decisively to ensure a safe learning environment for all students would be a grave dereliction of your responsibilities as President of MIT and Chair of the MIT Corporation.
This Congress will not stand idly by and allow an environment hostile to Jewish students to persist. The House believes that your institution is in violation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, and the inability or
unwillingness to rectify this violation through action requires accountability.
Postsecondary education is a unique opportunity for students to learn and have their ideas and beliefs challenged. However, universities receiving hundreds of millions of federal funds annually have denied
students that opportunity and have been hijacked to become venues for the promotion of terrorism, antisemitic harassment and intimidation, unlawful encampments, and in some cases, assaults and riots.
The House of Representatives will not countenance the use of federal funds to indoctrinate students into hateful, antisemitic, anti-American supporters of terrorism. Investigations into campus antisemitism by the Committee on Education and the Workforce and the Committee on Ways and Means have been expanded into a Congress-wide probe across all relevant jurisdictions to address this national crisis. The undersigned Committees will conduct oversight into the use of federal funds at MIT and its learning environment under authorities granted to each Committee.
• The Committee on Education and the Workforce has been investigating your institution since December 7, 2023. The Committee has broad jurisdiction over postsecondary education, including its compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, campus safety concerns over disruptions to the learning environment, and the awarding of federal student aid under the Higher Education Act.
• The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is investigating the sources of funding and other support flowing to groups espousing pro-Hamas propaganda and engaged in antisemitic harassment and intimidation of students. The Committee on Oversight and Accountability is the principal oversight committee of the US House of Representatives and has broad authority to investigate “any matter” at “any time” under House Rule X.
• The Committee on Ways and Means has been investigating several universities since November 15, 2023, when the Committee held a hearing entitled From Ivory Towers to Dark Corners: Investigating the Nexus Between Antisemitism, Tax-Exempt Universities, and Terror Financing. The Committee followed the hearing with letters to those institutions on January 10, 202
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A review of the growth of the Israel Genealogy Research Association Database Collection for the last 12 months. Our collection is now passed the 3 million mark and still growing. See which archives have contributed the most. See the different types of records we have, and which years have had records added. You can also see what we have for the future.
How to Add Chatter in the odoo 17 ERP ModuleCeline George
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This slide is special for master students (MIBS & MIFB) in UUM. Also useful for readers who are interested in the topic of contemporary Islamic banking.
"Protectable subject matters, Protection in biotechnology, Protection of othe...
May 2010
1. Issue 4 May 2010
Greetings Shipmates! There is no overarching theme to this issue of our country and is a valuable member of the Navy team. The
of Fleet’s Quarters, but I did want to talk about a few recent and upcoming months, often referred to as the Critical Days of Summer,
upcoming events that are of interest. are often the most costly to us in terms of injuries and deaths to
As you all know, the Pacific theater is a huge area of responsibility, members our Navy family. Every one wants to go out and take
and it offers some of the finest duty locations available anywhere advantage of the beautiful weather and squeeze as much fun into
in the fleet. I recently completed a trip to Naval Base Guam, and I those few months as they can, often without thinking ahead or taking
want to tell you what a great time I had and what a pleasure it was the proper precautions. I say go out and have fun, but always take
meeting with the hard charging Sailors stationed there. If you’ve your safety and the safety of those with you into consideration.
never been to Guam before, or it’s been several years since you last Whether you are planning a road trip, going on a hiking trip, motor
visited, you’re in for a surprise. In addition to being a beautiful boating, sailing or exploring the back country on a dirt bike; Be Safe!
location with plenty of cultural and tourist attractions, Guam has a Check your equipment before using it, make sure you have (and use)
long military history and remains strategically important to this day. the proper safety gear, stay hydrated and protected from the sun, and
There are a lot of exciting new things happening in Guam and if most importantly use your common sense. Also remember that your
you’re looking for one of the most challenging duty assignments in actions, good and bad, reflect upon the Navy and your command.
the Pacific, then you need look no further. Whether you’re from the The public’s opinion of the Navy here in the U.S. and in the foreign
aviation, expeditionary, surface, submarine or Seabee community, ports we visit is based upon our actions, so let’s show them a little
Guam has a spot for you. Navy Pride.
Since I mentioned Guam’s history, it’s only appropriate that my The last item I’ve got for this month is an update on something
next topic be a shout-out for all Asian/Pacific Americans serving I mentioned in the first issue of Fleet’s Quarters, our new U.S.
in our Navy. May was officially designated in 1992 as Asian and Pacific Fleet website at http://www.cpf.navy.mil. The new design
Pacific American Heritage Month. The timing of Asian/Pacific is scheduled to launch later this month, make sure you check out
American Heritage Month coincides with the arrival of the first the Fleet’s Corner section for important information on Pacific Fleet
Japanese immigrants on 7 May 1843, and the completion of the issues. Fleet’s Corner will also have tools for submitting questions
transcontinental railroad on 10 May 1869, constructed largely by and ideas about topics that impact our Sailors, and don’t forget to
Chinese immigrant workers. Our celebration encompasses more check out my frequent posts on the Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet
than Americans of Japanese and Chinese descent; it includes those Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/CPFHQ.
of Far East or Southeast Asia, Indian, and the pacific islands of
Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia as well. With this year’s theme Until next time; take care and Thanks for All You Do!
of “Diverse Leadership for a Diverse Workforce,” we celebrate the
wealth of ideas, traditions and commitment that those of Asian and Very Respectfully,
Pacific Island heritage bring to our Navy.
Regardless of cultural or ethnic background, each and every one Fleet Minyard
of us - active duty, reserve or civilian, contributes to the greatness
For the Record
Physical Readiness
NAVADMIN 131/10 released in April rescinds the authority of commanding officers to sign body composition waivers for the Physical Health
Assessment portion of the semi-annual PRT. Previously COs could waive Body Composition Assessment (BCA) up to the maximum allowed
by DOD, as long as the Sailors scored an overall “Outstanding” or “Excellent”.
This change goes into effect July 1, but it will not affect participants in the Spring 2010 PFA Cycle or previous cycles. After July 1, any Sailor
who exceeds Navy BCA criteria will be entered into PRIMS as a failure. Our body types all differ and for some people it is a struggle to meet
standards, but it’s time to get serious about getting into shape.
Zero Tolerance
The Navy’s position on Drug Abuse and the possession of certain substances
was updated in March when NAVADMIN 108/10 hit the streets. In addition to
2. For the Record cont.
reemphasizing the Navy position of Zero Tolerance
on drug abuse, 180/10 provided specific guidance
on possession of substances such as SPICE and
other synthetic and designer drugs.
This NAVADMIN constitutes a lawful General
Order from the Chief of Naval Operations and is
applicable to all uniformed personnel in the United
States Navy. As such, it is incumbent upon each
and every Sailor to familiarize themselves with OS1(SW) Samira Mcbride LN1(SW/AW) Jessica Byard
these rules and adhere to them at all times. The Sea Sailor of the Year Shore Sailor of the Year
use of such substances is inconsistent with Navy
Ethos and Core Values and has already resulted in
the early separation of more than 300 Sailors this
fiscal year.
PTS Changes
NAVADMIN 128/10 announced policy and
procedure change to the PTS program to ensure the
Navy’s future force requirements are filled with the
best qualified Sailors available. Although the PTS
program remains relatively unchanged since being
implemented in 2003, a few of the new updates
include canceling the requirement for Sailors to
sign a Page 13 “Commitment of Intent to Remain
on Active Duty.” Also, PTS will be integrated with
the Fleet Ride program beginning in 2011. This
will help streamline PTS applications by helping
to match a Sailor’s qualification to ratings open for
conversion, and improving the processes for quota PEARL HARBOR (April 20, 2010) Sailor of the Year Finalists tour the USS Arizona Memorial. From left to
right: ABF1(AW/SW) Kemp Dreher, CS1(SW/AW) Shenan Pacheco, ND1(DSW/SW) Christopher Timothy,
approval and orders negotiation. HM1 (FMF/AW/SW/NAC) Lawrence Comdeco, LN1(SW/AW) Jessica Byard, ISI(SW/AW) Shauntel
Renton, OS1(SW) Samira Mcbride, ND1(DSW/SW) James Bogenhagen.
You can find the full version of these
NAVADMINs athttp://www.npc.navy.mil/
ReferenceLibrary/Messages/.
Pacific History / Heritage
May 1, 1898 – During the Spanish-American
War, Commodore George Dewey commanded
a squadron of American ships during the Battle
of Manila Bay. After taking fire for more than 30
minutes while maneuvering into position, Dewey
ordered the commanding officer of his flagship
Olympia to return fire by saying, “You may fire
when you are ready Gridley.” Two days later, U.S.
Marines stormed the beaches at Cavite, Philippines
and raised the American flag.
May 4, 1942 – Battle of Coral Sea begins. This is
the first carrier vs. carrier battle, with the American
carriers Yorktown and Lexington facing of against
the Japanese carriers Shōkaku and Zuikaku, and
the light carrier Shōhō. PEARL HARBOR (April 20, 2010) Sailor of the Year Finalists and their families tour the USS MISSOURI
Memorial. From left to right: CS1 and Mrs. Shenan Pacheco, ND1 and Mrs. Christopher Timothy, ISI
May 8, 1911– Navy ordered its first airplane, Cur- Shauntel Renton, OS1 Samira Mcbride, LN1 Jessica Byard and Mr. Shrrell Byard, HM1 and Mrs. Lawrence
tiss A-1, Birthday of Naval Aviation. Comdeco, ABF1 Kemp Dreher, ND1 and Mrs. James Bogenhagen.
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