USS Washington (SSN 787) Commissioning
Welcome to Navy Live blog coverage of the commissioning of USS Washington (SSN 787). The Navy’s newest fast attack submarine will be commissioned Oct. 7 during an 11 a.m. (EDT) at Naval Station Norfolk, which you can watch here. Additional photos, videos and other resources will be posted to this …
USS Washington (SSN 787) Commissioning
Welcome to Navy Live blog coverage of the commissioning of USS Washington (SSN 787). The Navy’s newest fast attack submarine will be commissioned Oct. 7 during an 11 a.m. (EDT) at Naval Station Norfolk, which you can watch here. Additional photos, videos and other resources will be posted to this …
Statements by SECNAV Richard V. Spencer and CNO Adm. John Richardson on Las Vegas Mass Shooting
Today, President Donald J. Trump ordered that the U.S. flag be flown at half-staff until sunset on Oct. 6 as a remark of response for the victims of a mass shooting in Las Vegas, Nevada, Oct. 1. At this time there is in excess of 50 deceased and over 200 injured individuals. — LVMPD (@LVMPD) …
@USNPeople Weekly Wire Rundown: Oct. 2, 2017
The Weekly Wire Rundown is a weekly video blog from the Office of the Chief of Naval Personnel, highlighting the top stories affecting Sailors and their families. The video compliments the print edition of the @USNPeople Weekly Wire, which you can subscribe to by e-mailing [email protected]. It can also be downloaded at www.navy.mil/cnp. We welcome …
Suicide Prevention Takes One Small Act to Save a Life
From U.S. Pacific Fleet Public Affairs This week, we talked with Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet, Adm. Scott Swift and Fleet Master Chief Suz Whitman to discuss suicide prevention, the need to create a resilient workforce and eliminate barriers that prevent Sailors from seeking help. “September is Suicide Prevention Month, but suicide prevention is a year-round …
Special Report: Hurricane Maria
Hurricane Maria made landfall in Puerto Rico, Sept. 20, as a Category 4 storm with deadly flooding expected. The Defense Department had personnel and equipment already assisting authorities in the region that has seen two other powerful hurricanes, Irma and Jose, in recent weeks. Coverage Sept. 21 Sept. 22 Sept. 23 Sept. 24 Sept. 25 Sept. …
@USNPeople Weekly Wire Rundown: September 25, 2017
The Weekly Wire Rundown is a weekly video blog from the Office of the Chief of Naval Personnel, highlighting the top stories affecting Sailors and their families. The video compliments the print edition of the @USNPeople Weekly Wire, which you can subscribe to by e-mailing [email protected]. It can also be downloaded at www.navy.mil/cnp. We welcome …
Tripoli: Then and Now
By Capt. Kevin P. Meyers Commanding officer, PCU Tripoli Having just passed the 30-year mark of service to this great Navy, I have seen quite a bit of history and experienced many memorable events. There are moments which give you pause, due to their timelessness and their place in our Navy’s heritage. The christening of …
Navy Recruit Graduation: September 22, 2017
Welcome to Navy Live blog coverage of Recruit Training Command’s graduation, Pass-In-Review. It is a formal military ceremony that honors a Sailor’s hard work and dedication to a new way of life. Pass-In-Review also ties together the future of the Navy with our long-held naval traditions and customs. Read how Recruit Training Command transforms civilians into …
Career Development Symposium
Welcome to Navy Live blog coverage of the Career Development Symposium in San Diego. To achieve our Navy’s goals in an ever-changing environment, Sailors benefit from continuous learning, engagement, leadership and planning. The Career Development Symposium, Sept. 20-21, aims to empower Sailors with the knowledge and tools they need to successfully manage their career. The …