THE ASHINGTON URVEYOR W S AUGUST 29, 2017

By MC2 Alora Blosch MOVINGONUP SENIOR CHIEF TO MASTER CHIEF

By MC3 Joshua DuFrane OUTSTANDINGLEADERSHIP

CO ANNOUNCES NMCALA AWARDS

By MC2 Bryan Mai PCSSEASON THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE THE MOVE On the cover: (Aug. 28, 2017) Lt. Taylor Barrow (far left), the ANAV, poses for a photo with his department.(Photo by MC3 Joshua DuFrane) PHOTO of theDAY

(Aug. 28, 2017) George Washington mustangs pose with Tommy White, a member of Alton Keeps Wildlife and Rehabilitation. The mustangs pledged to donate $500 to the organization, which helps to rehabilitate injured birds. (Photo by MC3 Joshua DuFrane)

The Washington Surveyor

Commanding Officer Executive Officer Command Master Chief CAPT Glenn Jamison CDR Colin Day CMDCM James Tocorzic

Public Affairs Officer Deputy PAO Media DLCPO Media LPO LCDR Gregory L. Flores LTJG Andrew Bertucci MCC Mary Popejoy MC1 Alan Gragg Editors Staff MC3 Kashif Basharat MC2 Alora Blosch MC3 Devin Bowser MC3 Shayla Hamilton MCSA Julie Vujevich MC2 Jessica Gomez MC3 Carter Denton MC3 Alan Lewis MC2 Kris Lindstom MC3 Joshua DuFrane MC3 Brian Sipe MC2 Bryan Mai MC3 Jacob Goff MCSN Oscar Moreno MC2 Anna Van Nuys MC3 Jamin Gordon MCSN Marlan Sawyer

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*For comments and concerns regarding The Washington Surveyor, email the editor at [email protected]* NAVALHISTORY THE GREAT NAVAL ACT OF 1916 By MCSN Marlan Sawyer

efore 1916, the U.S. Navy ed States had tried before the war The U.S. Navy has 288 battle force was ranked third in the world to shape the law of blockade—the ships, of which typically a third are B regarding naval power, com- instrument of a dominant sea pow- underway at any given time. The U.S. ing behind Britain and Germany. The er. The question was always wheth- Navy has 10 aircraft carriers, nine British had more vessels at the time, er a blockader could seize all goods amphibious assault ships, 22 cruis- which gave them an advantage when destined for its enemy. The British ers, 62 destroyers, 17 frigates and 72 it came to war-fighting capability. pressed for rules that would enable submarines. In addition to ships, the More than a century ago, President them to seize goods on board neutral U.S. Navy has 3,700 aircraft, making Woodrow Wilson passed a law that (for example, American) ships. The it the second largest air force in the would have a huge impact on the U.S. U.S. position was that neutral ships world. At 323,000 active and 109,000 Navy. The Great Naval Act of 1916, carried neutral goods.” personnel, it is also the largest navy also known as the “Big Navy Act”, Now, the U.S. Navy has the most in terms of manpower . promised to produce 10 carriers, six ships of any Navy worldwide. It also The valuable lesson that we learned battle cruisers, 50 destroyers, and 30 has the greatest diversity of missions as a country is that the president’s submarines. and the largest area of responsibility. desire to purchase battleships isn’t Approximately $500 million was No other Navy has the global reach enough. Sea power is very expen- spent in an effort to create the great- of the U.S. Navy, which regularly op- sive. In 1922, the Senate ratified the est Navy in the world over a ten-year erates in the Pacific, Atlantic and In- Washington Naval Treaty, preventing period. dian Oceans, as well as the Mediter- 11 ships from being built. Despite According to navalhistory.org, ranean, Persian Gulf and the Horn of setbacks though, the Great Naval Act “The origins of the act are traced to Africa. The U.S. Navy also forward still left an everlasting impact on the pressures generated by World War I. deploys ships to Japan, Europe and U.S. Navy. As a major trading nation, the Unit- the Persian Gulf .

The Washington treaty gutted the 1916 act, but a silver lining was the conversion of two battle cruisers that had been laid down into aircraft carriers – USS Saratoga, foreground, and Lexington. (U.S. Naval Institute Photo Archive)

MCSA Julie Vujevich

The Naval Act of 1916 promised ten advanced “post-Jutland” battle- ships, each armed with eight 16-inch guns, that would form the back- bone of a U.S. Navy equal to or surpassing the Royal Navy in strength. President Woodrow Wilson, center, addresses a crowd in January 1916 during But only three of the behemoths, including the USS Maryland, left, the period he was lobbying hard for his naval- expansion legislation. (Library would be completed. (U.S. Naval Institute Photo Archive) of Congress) PCS SEASON WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU MAKE THE BIG MOVE By MC2 Bryan Mai

“It is critical to read the entirety of the orders because the Sailor may be missing something or will need to do something on their own, such as a required screening.”

- PS3 Jenifer Davis

major part of life comes from the detailer to see when their orders Sailor assigned to George Washington. moving. Whether it is leav- will come in but the timeline can dif- PCS’ing will often cost money, A ing home for the first time or fer drastically. We see orders come whether it is for transportation, lodg- a permanent change of station (PCS) in through for Sailors that detach the next ing, or anything else. If the Sailor the military, moving is a difficult and day and we also see orders for Sailors provides proper documentation, the usually stressful facet that everyone in that detach seven months later.” government will reimburse most of the the U.S. Navy has to deal with. The transfer evaluation Sailors re- fees and costs for the PCS. Documents PCS is when a service member is ceive upon departing the command has needed include a copy of completed re-assigned to a new duty station. It is to be dated for the date of transfer. and signed orders, travel itinerary is- a stressful period for Sailors and their “There are several documents in- sued by a commercial transportation family, especially for those that are volved with transferring, depending office, lodging receipts and any other transferring for the first time. on the type of transfer,” said Tippett. small receipts for expenditures during “There are several things Sailors “Some documents involved include the PCS. should know about PCS’ing,” said their transfer information sheet, PRR/ “For lodging, you can only be re- Personnel Specialist Seaman Anthony DD Form 884 which is usually for imbursed in your current geographi- Tippett, a Sailor assigned to the aircraft OCONUS orders, Travel Advance, DD cal location and your new permanent carrier USS George Washington (CVN Form 1056 DEA [Dependent Entry Ap- duty station’s geographical location,” 73). “The date of transfer the chain of proval], and PG. 2/SGLI.” said Davis. “The government will also command and the member chooses is There are many different types of or- pay to move your household goods and the date they will PCS, not a day earlier ders, such as regular PCS orders, Tem- family.” and not a day later. They can change porary Duty (TEMDU) travel orders, One of the biggest tools Sailors have the date if they choose to re-route their TEMDU Under Instruction, OCONUS at their disposal is their chain of com- transfer information sheet though.” orders (overseas orders), and LIMDU mand. At least one person in their chain Although peak PCS season is almost (Limited Duty), etc. The most com- of command will have transferred at over, Sailors change commands year- mon orders are the regular PCS orders. one point in their career, which can round and some may even receive or- “It is critical to read the entirety of provide them with insight they may not ders at the last minute. the orders because the Sailor may be have thought of. “Time is critical because some mem- missing something or will need to do To learn more about PSC’ing, visit bers may receive orders and have a something on their own, such as a re- the personnel office at 2600 Washing- report no later date the next day,” said quired screening,” said Personnel Spe- ton Ave. Tippett. “Sailors will interact with cialist 3rd Class Jenifer Davis, another

GWRECOGNIZES OUTSTANDINGLEADERSHIP CO ANNOUNCES NAVY MARINE CORPS ASSOCIATION LEADERSHIP AWARD By MC3 Joshua DuFrane

n August 11, 2017, the com- Lcdr. William Snider, head of the Washington, received the award on manding officer of the air- executive department aboard George the 11th. Ocraft carrier USS George Washington. “There is E-7 to O-3, “For me, receiving this award means Washington (CVN 73), Captain Glenn O-4, and O-5. So there are three dif- the absolute most because it was from Jameson, announced over the 1MC ferent levels of leadership to be voted my peers,” said Barrow. “With all the the recipients of the Navy Marine on. For me, there were two rounds of talent we have on the George Wash- Corps Association Leadership Award voting; the E-7 to O-3, and the O-4 ington, to be selected as the top lieu- (NMCALA). community.” tenant from the warrant and the junior Established in 1987, the Capt. Joy For Snider, the announcement came officer ranks means the world to me.” Bright Hancock and Master Chief as a surprise. Being chosen by their peers for Anna Der-Vartanian Leadership “Typically, admin professionals are their leadership abilities, both Snider Awards honor Navy men and wom- the people behind the curtain,” said and Barrow had advice for their fel- en with visionary leadership, whose Snider. “I’ve gotten used to and I en- low shipmates. ideals and dedication foster a positive joy being behind the curtain; I don’t “The best piece of advice I’ve been work environment. The annual awards like being in the lime light. It means given in my 20 years of service is recognize the inspirational leadership a lot to me because I wasn’t voted for communication is everything,” said of Navy officers and enlisted Sailors by senior leadership, but by my col- Barrow. “Up and down the chain, on active or reserve duty in the fleet. leagues; it’s a really special feeling communication is key to get the task “I consider these very distinguished knowing I was chosen.” at hand accomplished.” awards,” said Jameson. “These Another Sailor, Lt. Taylor Barrow, “Teamwork,” said Snider. “That awards are picked out by fellow ship- assistant navigator aboard George would be my one piece of advice to mates who nominate their candidate. anyone. If you see someone, not just Those who receive these awards real- in your department, but anywhere else ly stand out from the crowd as exem- “These awards are who may be struggling, help them. plary leaders amongst their peers.” picked out by fellow Approach everything as a learning There are four categories from experience and the knowledge you which leaders are chosen from the shipmates who nominate gain from that, you can bring back to command. The winners included their candidate. Those your team and build up from there.” Chief Boatswains Mate Edmundo George Washington is undergoing Brontes of Deck department in cate- who receive these awards a refueling and complex overhaul gory 1, Lt. Barrow from Navigation really stand out from (RCOH) at Newport News Shipyard. in category 2, Lcdr. William Snid- RCOH is a nearly four-year project er from Administration in category the crowd as exemplary performed only once during a carri- 3 and Cmdr. Jeffrey Brown from leaders amongst their er’s 50-year service life that includes AIMD in category 4. refueling of the ship’s two nuclear re- “There are different brackets for peers.” actors, as well as significant repair, leaders to be selected from,” said -Capt. Glenn Jameson upgrades and modernization. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE WINNERS

CATEGORY 1 CATEGORY 2

BMC Edmundo Brontes LT. Taylor Barrow

CATEGORY 3 CATEGORY 4

LCDR William Snider CDR Jeffrey Brown MOVING

ONSENIOR CHIEF FRYE BECOMESUP MASTER CHIEF By MC2 Alora Blosch

etting selected for advance- accomplished and what opportunities standing leadership onboard this ship ment is a phenomenal mo- have been put in front of me.” and I hope that they will be recog- Gment in every Sailor’s career, GW had many Sailors eligible for nized next year.” this year one Sailor aboard the air- advancement to master chief, howev- Frye put a majority of her thanks craft carrier USS George Washington er, Frye was the only one selected for towards her Sailors and mentors for (CVN 73) was selected to advance to the prestigious rank. making this a possibility for her. the highest enlisted rank of E-9 or “It’s hard because I’m surrounded “I’m at 26 years right now which is master chief. by outstanding senior chiefs on board higher tenure,” said Frye. “I was one “I feel extremely honored that my GW, and I fully expected many of of those that had to do the extension community has chosen to make me them to put on master chief this cy- to December 31 in order to get this one of the master chiefs in our com- cle,” said Frye. “It’s overwhelming to look. I had the opportunity to talk to munity,” said Master Chief Select In- me that I was selected. It was unex- Sailors in Intel department to thank telligence Specialist Beth Frye. “We pected both being selected and being them. I know I wouldn’t be at the lev- have a very small community and the only one. All I can really say to el that I am without the Sailors that it’s incredibly humbling to know that my fellow senior chief is just don’t have worked for me and with me over they have that faith in me. I feel over- give up. Keep pushing forward and the years. I wanted to thank them be- whelmed and blessed. This is an op- know that you are doing great things cause it meant a lot to me. One thing portunity to look back on what I’ve and your time will come. There’s out- I wanted them to know was to never

“She pushed me to where I am today and I’m glad to see her put on that extra star. I think she absolutely deserves it. She has been an unbelievable mentor and pushed me to advance in my career.”

-IS1 Zachary Christenson -AOAN Alex Wisor give up. I never made rank first time a positive way as well. It can bring out changing. I’m going to shore duty after up ever, yet somehow I made it first the determination to work harder and this tour, so I’m excited to get into the time up this go. I am overwhelmed I’m do better to continue to bring that pos- big picture, community manager side thankful and honored. I’m blessed. I itive recognition to the department. of the house and give back more to my wanted them to know that if they want “I honestly think her advancement rate in things I haven’t been able to do something they need to keep pushing brings up morale and motivation,” being out on sea duty. I think my roles and to never let up.” said Christenson. “Our hard work is will change in that I’ll be giving back One Sailor who has worked with reflected under her and when she ad- to my community, but I also see tak- Frye since they were stationed aboard vances it shows that we are doing the ing care of Sailors as being my number the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roo- right thing and she is doing the right one.” sevelt (CVN 71) prior to the three-car- thing and to keep pushing towards get- Advancement to those ranks is based rier hull-swap, said that he is proud ting advanced.” off of boards, where members of the that she made this advancement. Christenson said Frye is very ada- community look at what collaterals “It’s motivating,” said Intelligence mant about taking care of her Sailors the eligible senior chiefs held as well Specialist 1st Class Zachary Christen- and helping get them where they need as how they are taking care of their son. “She pushed me to where I am to- to be. He also said her passion for the Sailors. They look at how they are per- day and I’m glad to see her put on that Navy is evident in everything that she forming and if they are exceeding the extra star. I think she absolutely de- does. As Frye puts on her new rank expectations. They then rank all the el- serves it. She has been an unbelievable as a master chief, she will also expe- igible senior chiefs and the top ranking mentor and pushed me to advance in rience a change in roles, however she are selected depending on the amount my career. It’s not only me, but every said she won’t let that change how she of slots available to the community. single sailor under her has advanced treats her Sailors. Frye was one of six Sailors selected to under her leadership.” “I’m still going to take care of Sail- advance to the rank of master chief in Seeing someone in a leadership po- ors,” said Frye. “I’m still going to be the intelligence specialist community sition getting advanced can also im- active in my rate and active in my and the only senior chief on board GW pact the Sailors working with them in community so I don’t see that role to advance.

(Aug. 28, 2017) ISCS Beth Frye, left, recently selected to master chief, poses for a photo with her Sailors. (Photo by MC3 Joshua DuFrane) USS America Concludes NAVY Support to USS John S. McCain NEWS From USS America Public Affairs

CHANGI NAVAL BASE, Republic Of Aug. 21, America immediately de- “This is what we train for; this is Singapore (NNS) -- The amphibious ployed MV-22B Ospreys and MH- what we do,” said Capt. Ramon Bernd, assault ship USS America (LHA 6) 60S Sea Hawks for search and rescue a pilot assigned to the Marine Medium and 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit (SAR) operations with embarked Am- Tiltrotor Squadron 161 (Reinforced), departed Singapore after supporting phibious Squadron (CPR) 3 leading who assisted in the search-and-rescue the guided-missile destroyer USS the efforts as the on-scene command- operations. “Even in tragic situations John S. McCain (DDG 56) Aug. 27. er. Through coordination with Indone- such as those that have happened to America will continue on its maiden sia, Singapore, Malaysia and Austra- the John S. McCain, we will do every- deployment. lia, the search continued for more than thing in our scope to assist.” While in Singapore, Additionally, the 15th Sailors and Marines MEU’s Force Reconnais- aboard America provid- sance Detachment assisted ed initial support for the diving operations with eight McCain crew to include Marines and three Sailors berthing for 155 Sailors, working both topside and daily supplies, counsel- in the water. Some of those ing, medical/dental ser- divers will stay behind to vices and communica- continue helping with search tions network support. and recovery efforts. Additionally, America’s “I’m grateful that Amer- Sailors assisted with ica Sailors and Marines of (Aug. 21, 2017) Sailors assigned to the amphibious assault ship USS damage control efforts America (LHA 6) supply department inventory coveralls in the ship’s the 15th MEU were able to by providing watchstand- hangar bay. (Photo by MC2 Kristina Young) assist the crew of USS John ers and additional equip- S. McCain,” said Capt. Jo- ment. more than 80 hours and spanned an seph Olson, America’s commanding “I was glad to help out our fellow approximately 2,100-square mile area. officer. “Our thoughts and prayers are shipmates,” said Chief Aviation Boat- “It was impressive to see these na- with the crew and their families during swain’s Mate (Fuel) (Select) Brad tions come together and provide their this challenging time.” Cooper. “We jumped on it immedi- unrelenting support,” said Cmdr. Mi- McCain was involved in a collision ately to make McCain Sailors feel as chael “Farva” Margolius, officer in with the Liberian-flagged merchant comfortable as possible.” charge of embarked Tactical Air Con- vessel Alnic MC in an area east of With America’s departure McCain trol Squadron 11 Detachment 1. “The the Straits of Malacca and Singapore, Sailors will continue to receive all around-the-clock coordination showed Aug. 21. necessary support from the American the true resolve of our partnership with America is the flagship of the Amer- military community in Singapore. This these countries.” ica ARG, and with the embarked 15th support includes: lodging, meals, new The 15th MEU’s Marine Aviation MEU and Amphibious Squadron 3, uniforms, transportation, counseling Combat Element and America’s em- is currently conducting maritime se- services, Wi-Fi access; and a call cen- barked helicopter squadron, Heli- curity operations and supporting the- ter for Sailors to continue communi- copter Combat Squadron 23 flew 17 ater security cooperation efforts in the cating with their families. sorties for a combined 68.5 hours in U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations. Upon notification of the collision support of SAR operations. CVN HEALTH/WELLNESS

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THE NIH SUPPORTS A RANGE OF SLEEP-RELATED THE NIH AND ITS PARTNERS WILL CONTINUE SOURCES:RESEARCH THAT IS EXPLORING TO WORK TOGETHER TO ADVANCE 1http://www.cdc.gov/features/dssleep/ 5http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/sleep/yg_slp.htmSLEEP RESEARCH 2http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm6008a2.htm 6 http://www.cdc.gov/media/subtopic/matte/pdf/2011/teen_sleep.pdf How sleep disorders, or a lack of sleep, 3http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/health-topics/topics/inso/atrisk.html 7 http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/health-topics/topics/sdd/ affect the body 4http://www.cdc.gov/Features/dsdrowsydriving/index.html 8http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/prof/sleep/sleep_splan.htm 91993 National Commission on Sleep Disorders Research Report to Congress New ways to diagnose and treat sleep disorders FEDERAL HEALTH PARTNERS PROFESSIONALS

Genetic, environmental, and social factors NIH that lead to sleep disorders PUBLIC INTEREST RESEARCHERS Adverse effects on the brain from a lack of sleep ORGANIZATIONS/PATIENT ADVOCACY GROUPS GENERAL PUBLIC The consequences of sleep deficiency across the lifespan, from infancy to older age

The NIH is currently implementing the NIH Sleep Disorders Research Plan 8, which builds on scientific advances that link sleep problems to health and safety risks and identifies research opportunities to spur new approaches for preventing and treating sleep disorders.

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SOURCES: 1http://www.cdc.gov/features/dssleep/ 5http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/public/sleep/yg_slp.htm 2http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm6008a2.htm 6 http://www.cdc.gov/media/subtopic/matte/pdf/2011/teen_sleep.pdf 3http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/health-topics/topics/inso/atrisk.html 7 http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/health-topics/topics/sdd/ 4http://www.cdc.gov/Features/dsdrowsydriving/index.html 8http://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health/prof/sleep/sleep_splan.htm 91993 National Commission on Sleep Disorders Research Report to Congress