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Bauernschmidt MC3 Jacob Smith family during the chief pinning ceremony MC3 Darion Triplett aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Editor Command Master Chief MCSN Darcy McAtee Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72). Photo by MCSN MC2(SW/AW/IW) Jacques Jean-Gilles CMDCM James W. Stedding MCSN Amber Smalley Amber Smalley. MCSN Jeremiah Bartelt MCSN Nikki Custer MCSA Gwendelyn Ohrazda 2 USS Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group Begins Operations in U.S. 6th Fleet By U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. 6th Fleet Public Affairs The Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group (CSG) has commenced op- cruiser USS Normandy (CG 60); and Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile erations in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations to continue support to destroyers of Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 28, USS Arleigh Burke NATO allies, European and African partner nations, coalition partners, (DDG 51) and USS Forrest Sherman (DDG 98). Other Harry S. Truman and U.S. national security interest in Europe and Africa. CSG assets operating in the region include Arleigh Burke-class guid- Harry S. Truman CSG initially deployed to the European theater April ed-missile destroyers USS Bulkeley (DDG 84) and USS Farragut (DDG 11, 2018, and returned to its homeport Naval Station Norfolk July 21, 99). 2018, for an extended working port visit. CVW-1 squadrons, embarked on Harry S. Truman include the “Red Rip- “We are thrilled to have the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group back pers” of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11; the “Checkmates” of VFA-21; in the U.S. 6th Fleet area of operations and look forward to continuing the “Sunliners” of VFA-81; the “Knighthawks” of VFA-136; the “Rooks” to work with Rear Adm. Gene Black and his team as we conduct the full of Electronic Attack Squadron (VAQ) 137; the “Seahawks” of Carrier spectrum of maritime operations,” said Vice Adm. Lisa M. Franchetti, Airborne Early Warning Squadron (VAW) 126; the “Proud Warriors” of commander of U.S. 6th Fleet, headquartered in Naples, Italy. “The strike Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 72; the Dragon Slayers” of group’s return also gives us the opportunity to operate and train with our Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 11; and a detachment from the NATO allies and regional partners, which will enhance our interopera- “Rawhides” of Fleet Logistics Support Squadron (VRC) 40. bility and readiness as we work together to secure a safe and prosperous U.S. 6th Fleet conducts the full spectrum of joint and naval operations, region for all.” often in concert with allied and interagency partners, in order to advance The strike group got underway Aug. 28, completing training exercises U.S. national interests and security and stability in Europe and Africa. and carrier qualifications in the Atlantic, to include participating in du- For more information on Naval Forces in Europe and Africa, visit our al-carrier operations with the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham website at http://www.c6f.navy.mil. Lincoln (CVN 72) and bi-lateral operations with the Royal Canadian Get more information about the Navy from U.S. Navy facebook or twit- Navy. ter. The strike group which departed Norfolk, includes the flagship Nim- For more news from Commander, U.S. Naval Forces Europe and Af- itz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75); the nine squad- rica/U.S. 6th Fleet, visit www.navy.mil/local/naveur/. rons of Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1; Ticonderoga-class guided-missile An F/A-18F Super Hornet assigned to the "Red Rippers" of Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 11 takes off from the flight deck aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman (CVN 75) in the North Atlantic, Sept. 18, 2018. Photo by MCSN Joseph A.D. Phillips. 3 Lincoln's New Chief Petty Officers Story by MCSN Jeremiah Bartelt hirty Sailors aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) were pinned to the rank of chief petty officer during a ceremony in the ship’s hangar bay Sept. 18. An audience consisting of the commanding officer, executive officer, command master chief, several active-duty and retired servicemembers and friends and family came to see these Sailors join the proud,T 125-year history of the chief petty officer rank. “The Navy tradition is a really powerful thing,” said Commanding Officer Captain Putnam H. Browne to the chief petty officers. “You’ve come a long way, enduring hard times, but you have made our navy what it is today” The chief selectees underwent a six-week training cycle - a traditional rite of passge into the Chiefs Mess. The extensive cycle included physical training as well as classes that would prepare the selectees for what it would take to become a Navy chief. “It was a very challenging process but well worth it,” said newly-pinned Chief Air Traffic Controlman Mark Summers. “We learned a lot of valuable lessons that prepared us to be chiefs. If you really want something, you have to earn it, and that’s what we did.” Advancing to chief petty officer is an accomplishment that requires hard work and dedication. It was a special moment for those who finally put on the highly sought-after gold anchors, symbolizing the next stage of their career. “This was one of the greatest days of my life,” said newly-pinned Chief Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Jason Hamilton. “You get that feeling in the pit of your stomach that something great just happened. Making chief is third to the birth of my child and getting married.” A Sailor does not become a chief petty officer on their own; it takes support from others to attain this achievement. “No one in this room can do anything without the family and support network that drives us every single day,” said Abraham Lincoln’s Command Master Chief James W. Stedding. Chief petty officers are expected to impeccably uphold the highest Naval standards and groom future generations of chief petty officers, raising first class petty officers to those same standards. “The mentorship and guidance I received from the Chiefs Mess is second to none,” said Hamilton. “They prepared me for the future and to carry the weight of these anchors. They are truly an amazing Chiefs Mess.” Putting on the fouled anchor symbolizes the trials and tribulations that every chief petty officer must endure on a daily basis. It means being tasked with responsibilities bigger then one’s own achievements, for the future of the Navy will be shaped by these new chiefs. “I’m challenging each one of you to lead, mentor and develop,” said Stedding. “We cannot move on as a service if we don’t pay it forward. We are here to train our reliefs and the next future Navy leaders, and it starts now.” Although it was a time for celebration, these newest chiefs are prepared and eager to get started with their newest responsibilities. “I’m very excited to start this journey,” said newly-pinned Chief Yeoman Terrance Dubose. “It’s going to be a lot of hard work but I’m looking forward to getting started and helping all the Sailors aboard Abraham Lincoln.” Through an intense curriculum and full participation, the tradition of advancing from E-6 to E-7 is an empowering process fostering unity and pride. The future leaders of the Navy are now under the influence of these newly-pinned chiefs. CS3 David Rivera makes pizza in the galley. Photo by MC3 Darion Chanelle Triplett. A view of Naval Station Norfolk as the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) returns from sea. Photo by MC3 Garrett LaBarge. GMSN Chelsea Turner (left) assists GM2 Kayla Marks in firing a shot line from the fantail. Photo by MCSN Amber Smalley. Sailors heave mooring lines in the forecastle. Photo by MC3 Darion Chanelle Triplett. DC2 Thaddeus Malone performs maintenance on a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). AN Colton Booth uses an air hose to blow water out of pad eyes on the flight deck. Photo MC3 Jeff Sherman. Photo by MC3 Darion Chanelle Triplett. AM2 Deneb Kaminski measures an engine drive shaft.