Surface Warfare Magazine
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RADM Rowden

SURFACE WARFARE MAGAZINE STAFF


Commander Naval Surface Forces Vice Adm. Thomas H. Copeman III, USN
Public Affairs Officer Cmdr. Tamsen A. Reese, USN
Editorial Advisor Lt. Richard S. Chernitzer, USN
Managing Editor MCCS (SW/AW) Donnie W. Ryan, USN
Layout Editor Patrick Green
 

 Warships Ready for Combat

 
A Spectrum of Capability
After more than a decade of fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan, the U.S. Marine Corps is retooling and repositioning itself back to its traditional role of operating with agility from the sea.
Back In Action
The amphibious transport dock USS Green Bay (LPD 20) has water under the keel once again after successfully completing a dry dock period at the National Steel and Shipbuilding Company (NASSCO) in San Diego.
Coronado, Arriving
The littoral combat ship USS Coronado (LCS 4) arrived at its new homeport of San Diego March 10, a few weeks ahead of her commissioning ceremony scheduled for April 5 at Naval Air Station North Island.
Securing Sixth Fleet
The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Donald Cook (DDG 75) arrived at Naval Station Rota, Spain to begin her forward deployment to the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations, Feb. 11.
USS Somerset (LPD 25) commissioning ceremony March 1, 2014
Welcome to the Fleet
Crew members of the San Antonio class USS Somerset (LPD 25) man the rails after given the word to man the ship and bring her to life during the the commissioning ceremony of the amphibious transport dock.
 

 Training Crews to Fight and Win

 
“Never Give Up”
Conducting maritime interdiction and sanction enforcement is a crucial part of the U.S. Navy's larger Maritime Strategy. A vital asset in executing that mission are the Navy's visit, board, search and seizure (VBSS) teams.
Anchors Aweigh
Anchors Aweigh
The United States Navy brought back the draft on Jan. 30. These Naval Academy Grads Get to Choose Their Own Assignments.
Here Comes the BOOM
The new Aegis Ashore Team Trainer (AATT) will be located onboard Naval Air Station Oceana's Dam Neck Annex. The trainer will house a mock-up of the shore-based Aegis Combat Information Centers (CICs) to be built in host nations in Europe.
Navy's SWO Boss Talks Tactical Proficiency, Career Path
Through The Looking Glass:
Vice Adm. Thomas H. Copeman III, Commander of Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, talks with junior surface warfare officers during the anti-submarine warfare weapons tactics instructor course at the Naval Mine and Anti-Submarine Warfare Command in San Diego.
Up To Speed
Developing Surface Warfare tactics must be a core function, not an afterthought, and we must develop and assess these tactics at the individual level where specialized functions are executed that contribute to the combat effectiveness of the ship.
 

 Awards and Recognition

 
A Day in the Life
A Day in the Life
Sailors aboard amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde (LPD 19) begin to stir from their racks, but culinary specialists are already up in the galley with blueberry pancakes and sausages ready to fuel the crew.
Coming Soon
The future Freedom-class littoral combat ship Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Detroit (LCS 7) unveiled its official crest during a ceremony at Mariner’s Park on board Naval Base San Diego.
Honoring a Shipmate
The officers and crew of the guided missile destroyer USS Russell (DDG 59) remembered the life of Dr. Barry Friedman, a World War II veteran, author and special friend of the crew during a special memorial service held on board the ship.
Model Sailor
The Master Chief Anna Der-Vartanian Leadership Award was established in 1987 and is presented annually by senior Navy and DoD leadership during a special awards luncheon at the Sea Service Leadership Association (SSLA) Joint Women's Leadership Symposium (JWLS).
 

 Developing Our Sailors

 
Getting Schooled on Arleigh Burke
Sailors aboard guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) commenced classes in pursuit of their college education while underway on deployment through the Navy College Program for Afloat College Education (NCPACE).
CSADD
Shipmates Helping Shipmates
The Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD) chapter aboard forward-deployed amphibious assault ship USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) is teaching Sailors how to make smart decisions on liberty and providing opportunities for junior Sailors to lead.
Motorcycle in Pearl Harbor
Staying Alive to Enjoy the Ride
Although great strides have been made in motorcycle safety gear and training programs in recent years, Sailors and Marines continue to incur injuries and, in extreme cases, lose their lives while riding motorcycles.
SURFLANT Names Sea and Shore Sailors of the Year
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (NNS) - Commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic (SURFLANT) 2013 Sea and Shore Sailors of the Year (SOY) ceremony was held at the Brashear Conference Center on Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story, March 6th.
SURFPAC Sailors of the Year 2013
SURFPAC Announces 2013 Sea and Shore Sailors of the Year
More than 400 guests, including spouses, command leadership teams, distinguished military guests, and community supporters attended the ceremony.

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