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At Vietnam Wall, Austin Remembers Veterans Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III recalled the service of some of the veterans of that war and how their service both served the nation, and in one case, his own call to serve. Page A4 VOL. 29, NO. 43, Norfolk, VA | flagshipnews.com
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Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit Two holds change of command ceremony
By Lt. Brittany Stephens
Explosive Ordnance Disposal Group Two
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — Cmdr. Nicholas Quihuis relieved Cmdr. Daniel Bailey as commander, Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) Two during a change of command ceremony at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek- Fort Story, Nov 9. The ceremony comprised of a presentation of award to Bailey, followed by a reading of orders, and Quihuis’s assumption of command, and concluded with remarks from both leaders in front of family, friends and the Sailors of EODMU Two. During the ceremony, outgoing commander Bailey remarked on the EODMU Two’s accomplishments and readiness. “In a few moments, you will hear an award citation which will recount the impact EODMU Two has made on various Fleets and Special Operations Commands,” Bailey stated. “Though it is my privilege to receive this award on behalf of the crew, it is the crew… who provided uninterrupted expeditionary impact. They are the ones standing the watch, and they are the ones operating with extreme precision.” The change of command ceremony is a unique Naval tradition; it transfers total responsibility and authority from one individual to another. “To the Sailors of EODMU Two, I look forward to serving you in this capacity and to support you in your pursuits of professional and personal success” said Quihuis, following the reading of orders and assumption of command of EODMU Two. “You provide our Navy and this Nation a unique capability to ensure the maneuver of the force, and together, we will be ready for that tasking.” Prior to assuming command of EODMU Two, Quihuis served as the Navy EOD Assignments and Placements Officer in Millington, TN. He also served as the Executive Officer of EODMU Eight in Rota, Spain. EODMU Two provides combat ready deployable Navy EOD forces capable of deploying anytime, anywhere in support of the Fleet and national interests.
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (Nov. 9, 2022)- Cmdr. Nicholas Quihuis, commanding officer of Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobil Unit (EODMU) Two salutes sidesboys after he assumed command in a change of command ceremony. EODMU Two provides combat ready deployable Navy EOD forces capable of deploying anytime, anywhere in support of the Fleet and national interests. (U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY LT. BRITTANY STEPHENS/ RELEASED)
Norfolk Naval Shipyard’s Veterans Employee Readiness Group leads annual celebration of our veterans during Fall-In for Colors By Kristi R Britt
Norfolk Naval Shipyard
Each year on November 11, the nation comes together to honor veterans of the armed services and celebrate their responsibilities and achievements in protecting the freedoms of the American people. This coincides with the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918 marking the end of World War I — when a truce was declared between the Allied nations and Germany. In 1919, President Woodrow Wilson then proclaimed Nov. 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day — a day to honor the service members who fought in that war. Today, this day is now known as Veterans Day — a celebration of the men and women who’ve served and sacrificed in the name of freedom. The Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) Veterans Employee Readiness Group (VET-ERG) kicked off this year’s celebration with the annual Veterans Day Fall-In for Colors Nov. 8, inviting the workforce and Sailors of America’s Shipyard to come together and celebrate our veterans for their contributions to our nation. The celebration included an invocation and benediction by Navy Region Mid-Atlantic (NRMA) Chap-
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lain Capt. Steve Shaw, and performances from the U.S. Fleet Forces Band Brass Quintet and bagpiper Lt. Col. (Ret.) Thomas Metz. “Whenever I meet a veteran, it’s important for me to thank you for the legacy you left with me. Your hard work and legacy inspires us all and we can’t thank you enough for your service,” said presiding officer and Code 1200 Business and Strategic Planning Officer Capt. Scott Tracey at the event. Col. Tavi Brunson of 1st Special Forces Command (Airborne) was the guest speaker for the event, sharing his thoughts on the importance of Veterans Day as well as celebrating veterans and their families. “Today we recognize those who demonstrate patriotism, love their country, and are willing to sacrifice and serve for the common good,” he said. “Given the historical perspective of the day, you may ask what is a veteran? What qualifies someone to assume the mantle and moniker of a veteran of the United States Armed Forces? U.S. Code identifies them as a person who served in active service. I would submit to you that being a veteran is more than that. To me it’s indicative of the wellspring of pride amongst our veteran populace — such as those that wear their caps Turn to Fall-In for Colors, Page 7
Norfolk Naval Shipyard Veterans Employee Readiness Group President Josh Wannemacher thanks guest speaker Col. Tavi Brunson of 1st Special Forces Command (Airborne) for participating in the annual Veterans Day Fall-In for Colors Nov. 8.
SCSTC ATRC hosts local Navy Junior ROTC students
$400 Million Security Package Headed to Ukraine
NEXCOM’s NEXT gen Scholars Program
NJROTC cadets and their instructors visited SCSTC ATRC as part of an overall effort to help potential future warfighters learn more about careers and opportunities in the Navy. PAGE A3
HAWK air defense system missiles, Avenger air defense systems and Stinger missiles are headed to Ukraine as part of a presidential drawdown authority security assistance package. PAGE A5
Enter now! Since 1997, this Program has been rewarding qualified students with cash prizes for getting good grades. The next drawing is in December. PAGE A7
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