JULY 27, 2021 - U.S. Marines and sailors with the 2nd Marine Logistics Group (MLG) and Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG) 2 took part in a rehearsal for the upcoming hurricane season which fulfilled Defense Support of Civil Authorities (DSCA) requirements at Naval Base Norfolk in Norfolk, Virginia, from July 19 to 23, 2021. The exercise certified the rapid embarkation of … [Read more...]
Defense Agency Aegis Test Intercepts Missile
JULY 26, 2021 - The U.S. Missile Defense Agency, in cooperation with the U.S. Navy, conducted Flight Test Aegis Weapon System 33 in the broad ocean area northwest of Hawaii, July 24. The objective of FTM-33 was to intercept a raid of two Short Range Ballistic Missile targets with four Standard Missile-6 Dual II missiles. Based on initial observations, one target was … [Read more...]
DoD, Navy Confront Climate Change Challenges
JULY 22, 2021 - The Navy and Defense Department have efforts underway to mitigate the challenges posed by climate change in one of the most military-dense regions of the country. The Hampton Roads area in southern Virginia is home to dozens of military installations, including Naval Station Norfolk, the world's largest naval facility. On the Atlantic Ocean and an important … [Read more...]
Navy Experts Meet to Discuss Developing Resilient Warfighters
JULY 21, 2021 - Subject matter experts from the Navy’s Medical, Training, Personnel and Chaplain communities, and the Navy’s Fleet and Family Support Program met at the NavalX facility in Alexandria, Va. July 14 and 15. The conference was held to execute the Chief of Naval Operations’ intent to bring together existing Navy Warrior Toughness and Sailor Resiliency programs and … [Read more...]
Navy Enlisted Sea and Shore Special Programs
JULY 21, 2021 - All of these billets provide a unique Navy experience while also being very rewarding tours. Defense Courier Duty provides an opportunity to work out of your rate as well as a joint force working environment. Washington, D.C. billets provide Sailors the opportunity to make connections and learn how things are run there. Millington billets are essential to … [Read more...]