Marching across the green grass of Ross Field, the reviewing officer and commanding officer proudly inspected the Sailors as they stood at attention in their freshly pressed uniforms during Training Support Center (TSC) Great Lakes' Pass-in-Review, June 24.

The more than 1,200 Sailors from TSC marched in formation onto Ross Field where they were admired by the crowd of more than 100 senior Navy leaders, fellow Sailors and officials from the surrounding communities.

"You are going to be members of a critical team," said Rear Adm. Michael S. White, commander of Navy Education and Training Command, who was the reviewing officer for this ceremony. "That team is what provides security and stability around our world through maritime power."

The theme of this year's pass in review was the Battle of Midway, the turning point in the Battle in the Pacific that saw the Americans achieve their first significant victory of the Japanese navy. White said the Sailors of today are similar to those from World War II as they chose to serve their country during a time of war.

"Very soon some of you may find yourselves launching aircraft to support operations in Iraq or Syria," said White. "You are vital and you are elite because of where you stand today"

TSC is responsible for the 24-hour supervision, training and mentorship of more than 13,000 Sailors. The history of this training site dates back to before World War I.

"You are the Sailors of the 21st Century and we are very proud of you," said Capt. John B. Vliet, TSC Great Lakes commanding officer.

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