www.flagshipnews.com | The Flagship | Section 1 | Thursday, February 16, 2023
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Changes coming to help military spouses take their professional licenses to other states The Military Spouse Licensing Relief Act amends federal law to improve the portability of military spouses’ professional licenses issued by states. Page A2 VOL. 30, NO. 6, Norfolk, VA | flagshipnews.com
February 16-February 22, 2023
NORFOLK, Va. (Feb. 7, 2023) Master-at-Arms at Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads run toward a building to respond to an armed barricade hostage situation at the Headquarters Annex. The exercise is part of the Citadel Shield-Solid Curtain Exercise 2023 (CS-SC 23). CS-SC 23 is a two-part, force protection exercise that is being conducted nationwide on Navy installations Feb. 6-17. The annual exercise is not in response to any specific threat, but is used to evaluate the readiness of fleet and installation security programs. (U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY KATISHA DRAUGHNFRAGUADA/RELEASED)
Navy Region Mid-Atlantic participates in Solid Curtain From CNRMA Public Affairs
NORFOLK, Va. — Installations across the Mid-Atlantic region participated in exercise Solid Curtain 2023 (SC23) Feb. 13-17, to enhance the readiness of Navy security forces. We ask for your continued support to ensure that our installations remain as safe as possible during the duration of these exercises and beyond. While there is no credible threat to the public, this exercise is a perfect opportunity for all installation personnel to practice the “see something, say something” reporting method. Measures have been taken to minimize disruptions within local communities and to normal base operations, but there may be times when the exercise causes increased traffic around bases or delays in base access next week. Area residents may also see or hear security activities associated with the
exercise. Advanced coordination has taken place with local law enforcement and first responders. Ensuring the safety and security of our sailors, civilians, and surrounding community is our top priority and requires a team effort. Exercise SC23 is an anti-terrorism force protection exercise that is being conducted nationwide on Navy installations. The annual exercise is not in response to any specific threat, but is used to evaluate the readiness of fleet and installation security programs. Virginia Beach, Va. (Feb. 9, 2023) - Sailors assigned to Naval Air Station Oceana security forces participate in an active shooter drill in support of Citadel Shield-Solid Curtain 2023. (U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 2ND CLASS MEGAN WOLLAM/ RELEASED)
Hampton Sailor serves as RDC in Great Lakes By Petty Officer 1st Class Stephane Belcher
U.S. Navy Recruit Training Command
Meet Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Fuels) 2nd Class Anthony Mullen! He’s a Recruit Division Commander (RDC) from Hampton, Virginia, assigned to Recruit Training Command (RTC) in Great Lakes, Illinois. He has completed four pushes and currently works in separations, where he oversees the recruits through their separation process. Mullen takes pride in knowing he has an impact on making civilians into Sailors who will make a difference in the world. “Watching a recruit come from pretty much nowhere,” said Mullen. “When I say nowhere, I mean they really haven’t had very much family support. Just to see them
succeed in boot camp—that’s something that’s really a great honor.” Mullen chose to come to RTC because he wanted to contribute and help. “I’m out in the fleet and I see these Sailors come in,” he said. “I’m like, ‘there could be more.’ I want to be part of that team that transforms them into Sailors. I wanted to be part of the force.” Mullen has been in the Navy for almost 10 years. He’s married with four children. He said his wife ‘holds it down’ during the long hours at RTC, and talked about how much he enjoys spending time with his family when he can. “I love spending time with my family,” he said. “We like to travel and grew fond of hiking. We recently came from Jacksonville, Turn to Hampton Sailor, Page 5
Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Fuels) 2nd Class Anthony Mullen, a Recruit Division Commander (RDC) from Hampton, Virginia, assigned to Recruit Training Command (RTC) poses for a portrait in Great Lakes, Illinois. Boot camp is approximately 10 weeks and all enlistees into the U.S. Navy begin their careers at the command. More than 40,000 recruits train annually at the Navy’s only boot camp. (U.S. NAVY PHOTO BY MASS COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST 1ST CLASS STEPHANE BELCHER)
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Naval Station Norfolk’s Culinary Specialists Ebony Fortney, Crystal Boucher and Lynn Trostad competed in the“2023 Best of The Mess” competition at the Founders Inn and Spa located in Virginia Beach, Va., Feb 10, 2023. Page A3
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