If something is possible, it's doable. If something is doable, chances are, it's already been done. Strive for the impossible; that's what separates men from great men.
While I was still in the Navy, I was once asked: "What does the phrase 'thank you for your service' mean to you?" I have since been out of the Navy now for 18 months after 12 years of service, but still, receive the same salutation based on my Veteran status. Regardless of my military …
November 24, 2017 INDIAN OCEAN (Nov. 23, 2017) Sailors gather on the mess decks for Thanksgiving dinner aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Preble (DDG 88). Preble is conducting maritime security, forward presence and theater security operations. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Morgan K. Nall/Released) 171123-N-IA905-2018As Americans, we have countless …
I have a theory. That theory is based on the ability to change one's paradigm without the direct knowledge of external contributors. Meaning, can a subject change one’s view of them without that person or persons noticing? It is my goal to prove that is totally possible.
June 2, 2017 This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Midway, which is believed by many to be the turning point of World War II. The battle was a moment in time when the only thing standing between tyranny and freedom was the United States military. This is a time to commemorate …
Continue reading Military Monday: The Battle of Midway – A Turning Point Anchored by Sea Control
October 20, 2017 PACIFIC OCEAN (July 23, 2017) Sailors tie up a Landing Craft Unit from Beachmaster Unit 1 in the well deck aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Somerset (LPD 25) in support of UNITAS LVIII. The annual, multi-national exercise focuses on strengthening existing regional partnerships and encourages establishing new relationships through the …
Continue reading Military Monday: Support Units of the Amphibious Force
November 17, 2017Nov. 13, 2017 bore witness to the passing of one of America’s true and great heroes. At 93 years of age, retired U.S. Navy Capt. Thomas Hudner’s passing leaves behind a legacy of heroism, service with honor, brotherhood, equality, and dedication to his country. After graduating from the Naval Academy in 1946, Hudner became a …
Continue reading Military Monday: Surface Navy Remembers Capt. Thomas J. Hudner Jr.
October 27, 2017 SAN DIEGO (Sept. 25, 2017) Commander of Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet Vice Adm. Tom Rowden speaks with Gas Turbine Systems Technician 2nd Class Juan Estrella during a visit to Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer. This visit was part of Rowden’s continuing initiative to engage the leadership and crews of surface combatants …
Continue reading Military Monday: SSOP: The Bedrock of Surface Force Operations
This is the first in a new series of recurring “Wisdom Wednesday” posts where I share my ongoing education in the field of psychology, as well as my experience using that knowledge in my everyday life and the perspective I gain from it. A full archive of these "where's your head at" posts can be …
September 15, 2017 CARIBBEAN SEA (Sept. 9, 2017) Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter) 2nd Class Andy Blessing from Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC-22), assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1), departs Wasp to provide aid to evacuees as part of first response efforts to the U.S. Virgin Islands in the wake of Hurricane Irma. …
Continue reading Military Monday: Surface Force Assists After Hurricanes
September 8, 2017 110818-ZS026-N-232 INDIAN OCEAN (Aug. 18, 2011) The amphibious transport dock ship USS Green Bay (LPD 20) transits the Indian Ocean. Comstock is underway in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of responsibility during a deployment to the western Pacific Ocean. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Trevor Welsh/Released) Construction of …
Continue reading Military Monday: Ships of the Surface Fleet: Amphibious Transport Dock Ship (LPD)
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