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Setting the Example of Good Citizenship  (1 July 2013)
A dark, unfamiliar alley is not the best place to find yourself lost, without money or a cell phone. This was unfortunately the case for a 12-year-old Japanese girl. Luckily, a Sailor assigned to the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) was there to help.
Junk Boat Divers: Past and Present  (1 July 2013)
In a U.S. Navy Fleet of aircraft carriers, nuclear submarines and amphibious assault ships, it's a curious question how salvage vessels acquired the nickname 'junk boats.'
Service with Honor: The Black Knights' Tale  (28 June 2013)
Founded shortly after the United States emerged victorious from World War II, the "Black Knights" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 154 have participated in every major conflict since their inception.
Midshipman Joins GW's Medical Team   (22 June 2013)
It's not uncommon to see new faces aboard the U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), but you may occasionally see a Sailor around the ship wearing miniature chief anchors and wonder what sets these young Sailors apart from the rest.
Jacksonville Reservist Lends a Healing Hand  (22 June 2013)
When a man has looked directly into the face of poverty and devastation, he often finds an overwhelming drive to make a difference in the lives and welfare of others.
A Family's Scrapbook Is a Piece of History  (15 June 2013)
Growing up as a child, you may have noticed that many families kept scrapbooks or photo albums of themselves over the years to help remember past events or to pass on the history of their family to their sons or daughters.
NSWC Dahlgren mentors inspire students' technical innovation and ingenuity at the region's first SeaPerch competition  (15 June 2013)
As U.S. Navy divers methodically placed obstacles underwater to deter remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) built by local students at the region's first SeaPerch Competition one day in June, a new saga began.
EOD Techs, First Responders Test Skills  (14 June 2013)
Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal Technicians recently conducted a two-part diving exercise at Naval Support Facility Indian Head's Stump Neck Annex that tested their evidence collection and medical response skills.
Navy Secretary Describes Progress in Combating Sexual Assaults  (13 June 2013)
Navy Secretary Ray Mabus is not concerned about sexual assault in the service. He's angry.
Improvements at Navy's EOD School Provide Realistic Training for Students  (11 June 2013)
The staff and students at the Naval School of Explosive Ordnance Disposal (NAVSCOLEOD) Improvised Explosive Device (IED) Division credit the improvements made during the past year as having significantly increased training realism at the school.
Naval Hospital Jacksonville Wellness Center Introduces Sail A Weigh Program  (7 June 2013)
Naval Hospital (NH) Jacksonville Wellness Center's Sail A Weigh program promotes healthy lifestyle practices, weight loss and nutrition education for military families and retirees.
Last Cold Warrior Deploying to WESTPAC  (7 June 2013)
As Patrol Squadron Six Two (VP-62) begins the first ever mobilization of a Reserve P-3 squadron, one of the Reservists heading to Japan is also one of the last Cold War anti-submarine warfare operators still serving in the Navy.
George Washington, SAPRO, Discuss Sexual Assault Prevention  (7 June 2013)
The U.S. Navy's forward-deployed aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) welcomed members of the Department of Navy's Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office (SAPRO), June 6.
Fleet-Wide Sexual Assault Awareness Stand-down Scheduled for June  (7 June 2013)
All Navy commands will conduct a sexual assault prevention and response (SAPR) stand-down between June 10 and July 1st, according to Navy Messages released this week.
DOD Expands Safe Helpline with Innovative Peer Support System for Sexual Assault Victims  (4 June 2013)
The Department of Defense (DoD) announced May 30, the launch of The Safe HelpRoom created in response to Safe Helpline users who identified a need for peer support services.

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