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USS Ronald Reagan Rotation Scheduled

USS Ronald Reagan

The United States plans to replace its Japan-based aircraft carrier, the USS Ronald Reagan, by 2025 with a newer, more advanced vessel capable of accommodating new fighter jets and other advanced systems. The move is seen as part of the US efforts to maintain its military presence in the Indo-Pacific region amid increasing security challenges from China and North Korea. The new carrier is expected to be larger and morpadvanced than the current Ronald Reagan, and will be able to accommodate the latest F-35B fighter jets and unmanned aerial vehicles.

In November 2021, the USS Ronald Reagan participated in a joint naval exercise with South Korea, which involved aircraft carrier operations, anti-submarine warfare, and other training scenarios aimed at enhancing the allies’ ability to work together in defending against potential threats from North Korea.

In August 2021, the USS Ronald Reagan arrived in Hawaii for a scheduled port visit, during which sailors had the opportunity to participate in community outreach events and explore the local area.

In July 2021, the USS Ronald Reagan departed from its home port in Yokosuka, Japan, to begin a scheduled deployment in the Indo-Pacific region, during which it would conduct a variety of training exercises and operations aimed at promoting stability and security in the region.

In May 2021, the USS Ronald Reagan participated in a joint naval exercise with the Royal Australian Navy, which involved training in anti-submarine warfare, air defense, and other scenarios aimed at improving the two countries’ interoperability and ability to operate together in the region.

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Retention award for USS George Washington

Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Gilday officiates a re-enlistment aboard USS George Washington. The ship received the FY-22 Retention Excellence Best in Class award for U.S. Pacific Fleet.

The USS George Washington, a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, has been awarded the Distinguished Retention Excellence Award for the 2020 retention cycle. The award recognizes the ship’s outstanding performance in retaining its talented sailors and ensuring that they are able to serve at their highest potential. The ship’s commanding officer praised the crew’s hard work and dedication in achieving this honor, and emphasized the importance of retaining top talent to maintain the ship’s readiness and effectiveness.

The USS George Washington is the fourth United States Navy ship to be named after George Washington, the first president of the United States. Its commissioning in 1992 marked the first time a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier had been built in over a decade, and it has since played a significant role in various military operations and humanitarian missions around the world. The ship can carry up to 90 aircraft and has a crew of over 5,000 personnel, making it one of the largest and most powerful warships in the world.

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American Destroyer arrives in Japan

The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John Finn (DDG 113) arrives at Commander Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY). Finn arrives from Naval Base San Diego to CFAY, becoming the latest forward-deployed asset in the U.S. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Kaleb J. Sarten

The USS John Finn (DDG 113), an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer, has arrived in Yokosuka, Japan to join Commander, Task Force (CTF 71)/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15. The ship is designed for air warfare, submarine warfare, and surface warfare, and can operate independently or with other groups. Its deployment supports the US commitment to the defense of Japan and the security, stability, and prosperity of the Indo-Pacific region. The ship’s commanding officer, Cmdr. Angela Gonzales, stated that the crew is ready to support allies and partners in maintaining maritime security in the region

In April, 2021, the guided-missile destroyer USS John Finn (DDG 113) launches an Extended Range Active Missile (SM-6) during U.S. Pacific Fleet’s Unmanned Systems Integrated Battle Problem (UxS IBP) 21. UxS IBP 21 integrates manned and unmanned capabilities into challenging operational scenarios to generate warfighting advantages.

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Delivery of USNS John Canley

Expeditionary sea base USNS John L. Canley (ESB-6), Military Sealift Command’s newest ship, at its christening ceremony at the General Dynamics NASSCO shipyard in San Diego, Calif.

The US Navy has taken delivery of USNS John L. Canley (ESB 6), an ESB-class ship designed for various military operations such as Airborne Mine Counter Measures, Special Operations Force operations, Crisis Response Sea-basing, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance, and Unmanned Aviation Systems operations. The ESB-class ships have a flight deck capable of supporting MH-53E helicopters, accommodations, workspaces, and ordnance storage for embarked forces, and enhanced command, control, communications, computers, and intelligence. The ship is part of the critical access infrastructure that supports the deployment of forces. The future USS Robert E. Simanek (ESB 7) is currently under construction at the General Dynamics NASSCO shipyard in San Diego.

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Lost USS Albacore (SS-218) found

Recently, naval historians confirmed the shipwreck site off the coast of Hokkaido as the USS Albacore using images provided by Dr. Tamaki Ura of the University of Tokyo.

Johnny Carano,Akron Beacon Journal

The Akron Beacon Journal has honored, Johnny Carano, an Akron teenager, left high school and joined the US Navy during World War II by lying about his age. He served aboard the USS Albacore (SS-218), which was lost at sea on November 7, 1944, after striking a mine off the coast of Hokkaido, Japan. All 85 crew members, including Carano, were killed in the explosion.

The Naval History and Heritage Command’s underwater archaeology branch thanked and congratulated Dr. Ura and his team for their efforts in locating the wreck.

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US Navy has taken delivery of its fourth Lewis B Puller-class expeditionary

The US Navy has taken delivery of its fourth Lewis B Puller-class expeditionary sea base (ESB) ship, USNS John L Canley. The ship was handed over to the Navy during a ceremony at General Dynamics National Steel and Shipbuilding Company’s (GD-NASSCO) shipyard in San Diego. The ESB ships are designed to act as critical infrastructure to support equipment supply and deployment of forces at sea. The highly flexible vessels can perform a wide range of military operations, including Special Operations Force missions, crisis response sea-basing, and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance operations. The new ship is named in honour of former US Marine Corps gunnery sergeant John L Canley.

General Dynamics NASSCO has been designing and building ships in San Diego’s industrial corridor since 1960 and is the only full-service shipyard on the West Coast of the United States.

Today, General Dynamics NASSCO has locations on both the West and East Coasts. The company specializes in the design and construction of auxiliary and support ships for the U.S. Navy and oil tankers and dry cargo carriers for commercial markets. It is also a major provider of repair services for the U.S. Navy’s global force for good, with capabilities in San Diego, Norfolk, Mayport, and Bremerton.

General Dynamics NASSCO is one of three shipyards in the Marine Systems group of General Dynamics Corporation (NYSE: GD). General Dynamics, headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, is a market leader in business aviation; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and information systems and technologies

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Future USS John H. Dalton

USS Virginia underway in July 2004 Photo courtesy of General Dynamics Electric Boat Public Affairs

The future USS John H. Dalton, a Virginia Attack Boat, SSN-808 will be named after John H. Dalton, the 70th Secretary of the Navy who served on two submarines before pursuing a career in the private sector and government. Secretary Del Toro praised Dalton’s strong and principled stands against sexual assault and harassment during his tenure and oversaw the integration of female Sailors onto combat ships. The attack submarine is designed to carry out various missions such as seeking and destroying enemy submarines and surface ships, supporting battle group operations, and engaging in mine warfare.

The future USS John H. Dalton will honor John H. Dalton, the 70th Secretary of the Navy, who served on two submarines USS Blueback (SS 581) and USS John C. Calhoun (SSBN 630) before departing active duty to pursue graduate education and a career in the private sector.

“I couldn’t be prouder to name this future submarine after John Dalton,” said Secretary Del Toro. “He served as a proud submariner and as Secretary of the Navy, he took strong and principled stands against sexual assault and harassment and oversaw the integration of female Sailors onto combat ships. The changes he drove almost thirty years ago are evident in all corners of our Navy today, with women serving on, above, and below the sea. A ship bearing his name brings strength to the crew who will undoubtedly operate it with the courage and dignity of John H. Dalton.”

U.S. Navy Secretary Del Toro

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Navy and Industry Collaborate – Challenges and Opportunities

Industry executives at the WEST 2023 conference have emphasized the need for earlier involvement in the requirements process in order to overcome challenges faced by industry when delivering capabilities to warfighters. Setting unrealistic expectations for requirements leads to poor communication between industry partners and the military, which can be addressed by involving industry experts in the requirements-setting process. Additionally, industry representatives stressed the importance of a steady demand signal and shared commitment to speed in the contracting process, as well as the need for improved training to ensure successful integration between industry-delivered hardware and software capabilities and the sailors operating them. These comments follow criticism from Navy officials in January about the need for shipbuilders to do more with what they already have.

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Working Together for Mental Health: The Importance of Support and Prevention in the Navy

The Navy has released a mental health playbook to guide leaders on how to broach the subject of mental health with their sailors, and how to help them access resources for help. The playbook aims to address challenges sailors have expressed, including access to services, and encourages conversations with sailors to direct them to the available services. It also highlights the importance of preventative maintenance for people. Under the playbook, naval leaders are tasked with three roles: ensuring an environment where conversations can happen, being on the lookout for signs that sailors are at risk, and helping sailors get services while allowing them to stay in the fleet.

The aim of the Navy is preventing, mitigating, or addressing mental health issues within their commands. The playbook emphasizes the importance of creating a climate of trust and respect, recognizing mental health issues, and getting people the care they need. The three key roles of leaders are identified as setting conditions, recognizing mental health issues, and getting people the care they need, and keeping them in the team. The handbook is intended to be read thoroughly and incorporated into training, with a focus on preventative maintenance for personnel. The playbook encourages leaders to eliminate the stigma around mental health concerns and to provide warm hand-offs to clinical providers.

The members at Americans for a Stronger Navy salutes this effort and we sincerely hope the best for all.

One of the areas we feel we can help is with our “Tell Us Your Story” initiative aims to support mental health by promoting an added sense of purpose for those that serve and have served in the U.S. Navy in the past.

For examlle, the Tell Us Your Story initiative is a project launched by Americans for a Stronger Navy, which aims to shine a spotlight on the stories of those who have served or are currently serving in the Navy. The initiative provides a platform for Navy personnel to share their experiences, insights, and challenges with the broader community. By doing so, it seeks to foster a sense of connection and mutual understanding between Navy personnel and the general public.

One of the key objectives of the Tell Us Your Story initiative is to promote a sense of purpose among Navy personnel. By sharing their stories, Navy personnel can highlight the important role they play in the defense and security of the nation, as well as the broader impact of their work on society. This sense of purpose can be a powerful source of motivation and resilience, particularly in challenging times.

In addition to promoting a sense of purpose, the Tell Us Your Story initiative also seeks to raise awareness about the mental health challenges faced by Navy personnel. By sharing their stories of personal struggle and triumph, Navy personnel can help to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health issues and encourage others to seek support when needed.

Overall, the Tell Us Your Story initiative is an important effort to support the mental health and well-being of Navy personnel by promoting a sense of purpose and fostering a greater sense of connection and understanding between the Navy and the broader community.