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THE BEACON U.S. Naval Support Activity Souda Bay, Greece November 2019 Contents WarfightingThe First, Operate Beacon Forward, Be Ready TheWarfighting First, OperateBeacon Forward, Be Ready CommandingCommanding Officer, Officer, NSA NSA Souda Souda Bay Bay Capt.Capt. Ryan Ryan T. TewellT. Tewell ExecutiveExecutive Officer Officer Cmdr.Cmdr. Werner Werner Rauchenstein J. Rauchenstein CommandCommand Master Master Chief Chief CMDCMCMDCM Brian NealMcDonough T. Olds PublicBeacon Affairs Staff/Public Office Affairs Office Jacky Fisher Public Affairs Officer, 266-1244 Carolyn Jackson Public Affairs Officer, DSN 266-1244 Joel Diller Assistant Public Affairs Officer, 266-1392 Joel Diller Assistant Public Affairs Officer, DSN: 266-1392 Kostas Fantaousakis Community Relations, 266-1348 Kioutsouk Hassan, also known as Giali Tzamisi, is a unique mosque located in Chania's Venetian harbor. Built in the 17th century in honor of the first garrison commander, Kioutsouk Hassan, the mosque is a jewel of Islamic Renaissance art and Kostas Fantaousakis Community Relations and The Beacon Designer, architecture. It is now used as a museum of folk art and for exhibitions and events. DSN: 266-1348 (Photo by Kostas Fantaousakis, Public Affairs) Contact Email (All PAO personnel): [email protected] MC2 Kelly Agee Public Affairs Specialist and The Beacon Assistant Designer, DSN: 266-1642 Triad 4Corner Awards6 & The Gouge8 2019 Navy12 Ball by Contact Email (All PAO personnel): [email protected] Reenlistments Capt. Ryan Tewell Commanding Officer TheThe BeaconBeacon isis thethe professional onlineonline newsletternewsletter of of NSANSA SoudaSouda BayBay PublicPublic Affairs. Affairs. Information Information contained containedin The Beacon in The does Beacon not doesnecessarily not necessarily reflect thereflect official the officialviews of views the U.S.of the Government,U.S. Government, the Departmentthe Departmentof Defense ofor Defensethe Department or the Department of the Navy. of theEditorial Navy. contentEditorial is content prepared is prepared by the Public by the Affairs Public Office of Affairs Office of NSA Souda Bay. NSA Souda Bay. 20 28 30 34 Day In The Life: Word On The Street: Seabee's Souda Spotlight ArticlesArticles for publication for publication in The Beaconin The Beaconshould be should submitted be submitted to [email protected] to [email protected] Seabees What Are You Haunted House StoryStory submissions submissions must must be routed be routed through through tenant tenant command command or departmental or departmental senior leadership.senior leadership. Thankful For? SecuritySecurity and and policy policy review review must must be be completed completed before before submissions submission cans can be consideredbe considered for publication. for publication. Cover Photo: Sailors assigned to Naval Support Activity Souda Bay pose for a photo while enjoying themselves at the 2019 Navy Ball, Oct. 18, at the Avra Imperial Resort in Kolymbari. (Photo by MC2 Kelly Agee, Public Affairs) Page 2 Page 3 Page 2 Triad Corner serving our nation gave us the opportunity to be part of Happy November, Team Souda! something bigger than ourselves and reach goals that we considered impossible. Whether you are wearing a ife in our Kilometer of Excellence continues to uniform today or did so in the past, thank you for all you be busy and I don’t expect that to change as we L have done for our country! approach the end of the year. Therefore, it is extremely important that you remain vigilant and make safety a Our second long weekend this month is in celebration priority. Each of us comes across daily hazards that, if of Thanksgiving. For many, Thanksgiving marks the not paid attention to, can be very dangerous. To that end, beginning of the holiday season and a chance to reflect we have scheduled a Safety Stand-down on November upon the blessings of the past year with gratitude and 14. It will allow you to stop, reassess your daily tasks, look toward the future with hope. It also includes the and work with our Safety team to identify hazards and time-honored American tradition of a turkey and all the reduce risk. trimmings. I plan to spend part of my day, along with the XO and the CMC, serving a Thanksgiving feast in our Part of reducing risk is taking care of yourself. With Galley Inn. In addition to what I know will be a delicious several long weekends this month, I hope you’ll meal, I’m looking forward to spending time with many find time to slow down a bit and do those things that of you. I know many of you will spend this holiday away recharge your batteries. Take time to get out and do from your home and family, but I truly believe Team something and enjoy some of the opportunities that Souda is a wonderful extended family and that’s why I living in Crete offers. If your plans involve driving, In the 12th episode of “On the Horizon: Navigating the European and African Theater” podcast, Adm. James G. encourage everyone to take part in these opportunities Foggo III highlights his trip to Paris, France and his time with the Baltic Chiefs of Defense during their visit to his make sure your vehicle is prepared for the trip and for camaraderie and togetherness. headquarters. Additionally we heard from Commander, Naval Forces Europe - Commander, Naval Forces Africa Fleet you are rested and ready for the drive itself. Check the Master Chief Derrick Walters concerning CNE-CNA newly pinned chief petty officers. weather forecast before you go! Now that it is no longer I am grateful for your dedicated service and humbled to summer here, inclement weather can change traffic and serve alongside you. Each of you — Sailors, civilians The podcasts is available on the following platforms: road conditions in seconds. and family members — is a blessing to our Navy and our nation. Our people are the strength of our Navy and https://www.spreaker.com/show/on-the-horizon https://www.c6f.navy.mil/Press-Room/Podcast/ Our first long weekend, for Veterans Day, gives us time our Navy is stronger with you in it. Enjoy your well- to honor veterans for their service to our nation. 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We need you! but there is one common trait linking all of us; our time ~ CO Page 4 Page 5 Awards at Quarters Frockings & Reenlistments Photo by MC2 Kelly Agee, Public Affairs Photos by Public Affairs Mass Communications Specialist 2nd Class Kelly Agee Reenlisted by CWO2 Jay Jay Robles, Sep. 24, 2019 Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Ziree Evans Reenlisted by CWO4 Marcus Watkins, Oct. 15, 2019 November Awardees Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal Senior Sailor of the Quarter Senior Chief Master-at-Arms Jason Breedlove Master-at-Arms 1st Class Senior Chief Navy Counselor Lalia Canlas Michael McCarroll Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal Sailor of the Quarter Chief Logistics Specialist Christopher Saulsberry Aviation Boatwain's Mate (Handling) 2nd Class Master-at-Arms 1st Class Shawn Garcia Oluwabusuyi Ayeye Master-at-Arms 1st Class James Harper Machinist's Mate 2nd Class Brett Lizotte Junior Sailor of the Quarter Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Master-at-Arms Seaman Raynne Haverland Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal Lynda Esquivel Meritoriously Advanced to 3rd Class by Master-at-Arms 1st Class Marc Goulding, Oct. 18, 2019 Master-at-Arms 1st Class James Harper Senior Civilian of the Quarter Flag Letter of Commendation Hugo Polanco Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Matthew Marvin Air Traffic Controller 2nd Class Jakari Presley Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Lynda Esquivel Junior Civilian of the Quarter Michael Fleming Letter of Commendation Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Jenisea Perez Local National Civilian of the Quarter Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Adrianna Williams Nikos Fragos Page 6 Page 7 Navy Birthday Special Meal THE GOUGE eam Souda celebrated the Navy's 244th EVENTS - FLIGHTLINE ACTIVITY - PORT OPERATIONS TBirthday with a special meal and a cake-cutting ceremony in the galley, Oct. 8. fire prevention week During the ceremony, the youngest Sailor, Equipment Operator Constructionman Tyler Proctor, and the oldest Sailor, Chief Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Handling) Cedric Bogans, cut the cake which was served for dessert. (Photo by MC2 Kelly Agee, Public Affairs) he Fire Department held a proclamation signing Oct. 4 at the fire station where Commanding Officer Capt. Blessing of the animals TRyan T. Tewell declared that the week of Oct. 6 to 12 would be Fire Prevention Week on the installation. (Photo by Joel Diller, Public Affairs) irefighters held a demonstration in Ffront of the Navy Exchange, Oct. 8, to teach Team Souda personnel how to properly administer CPR to someone who has stopped breathing. (Photo by Joel Diller, Public Affairs) he Navy Exchange and Chaplain Lt.j.g. John TBethell got together for a 'Blessing of the Animals' ceremony and event to support the pets and pet owners of Team Souda, Oct. 12. (Photos by MC2 Kelly Agee, Public Affairs) Page 8 Page 9 Breast cancer awareness Trunk or Treat WR and the Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions held a 5K Run/1 Mile Walk Oct. 17 for Breast MCancer Awareness Month. (Photos courtesy of MWR) SA Souda Bay team members and their families enjoyed treats, face painting and Halloween decorated Nvehicles at MWR's annual Trunk or Treat event, Oct. 26. (Photos by MC2 Kelly Agee, Public Affairs) vadm franchetti VISITS SOUDA BAY ommanding Officer Capt. Ryan Tewell Cgreets U.S. 6th Fleet Commander Vice Adm. Lisa Franchetti upon her arrival at NSA Souda Bay, Oct. 15. "My visit to Souda Bay highlighted our indelible relationship with the Hellenic military and is a great representation of our strong partnership with their navy," said Franchetti.