Culinary Specialist 1st Class Hughbert Fraser, a native of Claren-don, Jamaica who grew up in the Bronx, N.Y., has been aboard USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) since November 2010. He

decided that joining the Navy would not only be a great way to build a solid career for himself, but a good way to take care of his wife and family.

“I love spending time with my two daughters and my wife,” he said. “That’s the best part of being in port.” Fraser has been married for 14 years.

Fraser, currently the galley captain, said his favorite part of his job is cooking. As captain, he is also responsible for maintaining good order in the galley and ensuring all the meals are served hot.

With another deployment only a few months away, Fraser is busy training the galley staff to prepare them for several months at sea. Every day he passes down more and more information to junior Sailors who may not have been underway for an extended period before.

“While on deployment, I’ll be busy studying for my chief’s exam,” he said. “And I’ll continue working on my bachelor’s in Hotel Restau-rant Management. I’ll be busy, that’s for sure.”

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Approximately 130 Northwest region Sailors attended the Pacific Northwest Women-At-Sea Symposium, sponsored

by Commander Naval Surface Forces (CNSF), Sept. 8 in Naval Station Everett’s main

auditorium.Sailors from USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), USS

Momsen (DDG 92), USS Ingraham (FFG 61), USS Shoup (DDG 85) and USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) listened to lectures and stories from female leaders about the history of women in the Navy and the future impact women will have on the Navy.

Guest speakers included Ingraham Commanding Officer Cmdr. Kristin Stengel, Shoup Executive Officer Cmdr. Jill Cesari, U.S. 3rd Fleet Command Master Chief (CMDCM) JoAnn Ortloff and Lincoln CMDCM Suz Whitman, who spoke of challenges faced in the fleet and offered advice on how to maximize Sailors’ careers.

“There are a lot of benefits available to junior women in the Navy today now that there are more senior women around,” said Ortloff. “The women here will be in my position and sharing their knowledge at future symposiums.”

The symposium participants discussed some Navy

policies and regulations that junior Sailors may not have previously been familiar with.

“Everything we mentioned was gender-neutral, but there are many elements of the Navy experience that impact women differently,” said Ortloff. “We try to touch on those unique tangents so we can answer any questions.”

The event supplied contact information and outlined different programs available for women in the Navy and how they can be used to improve their quality of life. One of the newest and most successful programs is the Navy’s Women’s E-Mentor Leadership Program. There is also a Facebook group for female Sailors to connect and discuss issues unique to women in the Navy.

This is the second annual Women-At-Sea Symposium held in the northwest region. CNSF plans to hold this event again next year to continue to send a positive message to all women in the military.

“To all junior Sailors: there is nothing that can hold you back from achieving what you want; you are the only person who controls that,” said Whitman. “Today, the sky is the limit.”

For more information on the Navy’s Women E-Mentor Leadership program, visit www.npc.navy.mil/AboutUs/BUPERS/WomensPolicy.

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L i n c o l n ’s ( C V N 7 2 ) security and force protection

professionals – providing security, implementing policy and preserving stability within the command and throughout the Navy.

Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Shay Mercer, from Glendora, Calif., said the security specialists are responsible for more than just keeping the peace. They must lead by example.

“Everyone in the Navy is held to a high standard,” Mercer said. “But because we uphold the rules and expectations, we’re held to the highest of standards.”

MAs perform a variety of jobs aboard Lincoln, including performing physical security inspections, conducting preliminary investigations into Uniform Code of Military Justice (UCMJ) violations, organizing and training security force personnel, conducting crime prevention programs and operating the ship’s brig.

“MAs are the law enforcement of the Navy,” Mercer said. “It’s a lot of responsibility.”

While assigned to Lincoln, MAs may also find themselves controlling base access points, supervising K-9

assets ashore and directing various investigations.

“I have investigated everything from a shipmate’s stolen shower shoes to major criminal offenses against the UCMJ,” said Mercer.

MAs can expect to be assigned to shore duty in the United States and overseas, aboard ships as either ship’s company or as members of embarked security teams, or as part of a maritime expeditionary security squadron. The work environment varies widely from one assignment to the next.

In order to qualify for the master-at-arms rate, one must meet the following requirements:

-Must be United States citizen. -No non-judicial punishments or

convictions (civilian or military) within the three years preceding application for MA. Personnel with repeated offenses reflecting unfavorable upon their integrity and/or other offenses concerning moral turpitude are ineligible for the MA rating. Personnel with domestic violence convictions are ineligible (non-waiverable).

-Must hold a valid, current state drivers license.

-Excellent command of the English language, verbal and written. No speech impediments.

-Tested negative on a drug-

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screening test within the previous 30 days, and have no history of drug use for three years prior to application.

-No history of mental impairment or disorder, emotional instability, alcoholism, drug abuse, or any physical condition that impairs the performance of law enforcement and security duties.

-Must have normal color perception, vision correctable to 20/20, and have normal hearing.

-Must be in good physical condition capable of sustained exertion and meet body fat standards.

-Must be worldwide assignable. -No moral turpitude waivers, e.g.,

alcohol, drugs, indebtedness, or other circumstances that would result in non-screening for the personal reliability

program, security clearance granting, or overseas assignment.

Training for potential MAs begins with MA “A” school, which begins at Lackland AFB, Texas, located just outside of San Antonio.

“When I went to ‘A’ school, it was awesome,” said Mercer. “It was hands-on. On a given day, our training consisted of anything from a domestic violence scenario to a drug interdiction exercise.”

If you’re interested in opportunities to cross-rate to MA, see your departmental career counselor.

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And so it was (all too soon) that Lincoln returned to sea, to the business of the na-tion. If you find that getting underway

has robbed you of your motivation, here are some movie recommendations that might get you back in the fighting spirit. Listed here, in no particular order, are our choices for the top ten greatest Navy movies of all time. We’re not talking about realis-tic, historically accurate or even most cinematically

important Navy movies. We’re talking about butt-kicking, Sailor-talking, make-you-want-to-jump-out-of-your-rack-in-the-morning Navy movies.

10. A Few Good Men (1992). Is it a Navy movie or a courtroom drama? That’s the best part of this cinematic drop-kick: it’s both! Truly a classic in the realm of military movies, Tom Cruise in his prime portrays a cocky junior legal officer who must match wits with a diabolical Marine Corps tyrant (played to perfection by Jack Nicholson) as his mission to de-fend two junior Marines against heinous charges becomes an obsession to find the truth, a truth that he, apparently, “can’t handle.”

9. Under Siege (1992). Say what you will about the cari-cature that Steven Seagal has become; there was a time when he was a legitimate action hero. He was never better than as the disgraced Navy SEAL turned culinary specialist Casey Ryback, who must single-handedly take back a hijacked battleship from the terrorist version of Tommy Lee Jones.

The stunts are great, and Seagal is perfect as the soft-spoken, super-salty tough-guy Sailor. Of course, the real acting gem here is Gary Busey as the ship’s treacherous cross-dressing executive officer. If you’ve never seen it (or maybe it’s’ been a while) you owe it to yourself to experience this one.

8. Top Gun (1986). Keep your groans to yourself! This cinematic essential has received a bad reputation as of late, and it’s true that the sheer raw power of the ‘80s setting bursts through in every single frame. However, you’re forgetting what this film did for the Navy. It was this movie that really opened public eyes to the field of naval aviation, taught ev-eryone the word “sortie” and made being a fighter pilot the coolest job ever, totally. So maybe there is a way-too-long shirtless volleyball scene for no reason, and maybe Iceman’s hair is ridiculously out of standards. So what? It’s Americana at its best. Just make sure you don’t let your mouth write any checks your body can’t cash, and spend 110 minutes in the danger zone.

7. Men of Honor (2000). The incredible true story of Carl Brashear, the first African-American diver in the Navy, has all the elements of a great Navy movie and then some: a courageous hero, seemingly endless obstacles and a badass Master Chief. Robert De Niro steals the show as the tough-as-nails Master Chief Billy Sunday, who seems at first to be the villain of the film, but later reveals himself to be exactly the kind of chief every Sailor hopes to work for. Important for several reasons, this movie expertly showcases that tumultu-

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ous time between classic and contemporary naval service. 6. The Last Detail (1973). This criminally unknown clas-

sic features Jack Nicholson as Signalman 2nd Class Billy “Ba-dass” Badusky on a mission to escort a young Randy Quaid to Portsmouth Naval Prison for an unfairly harsh sentence. Along the way, he endeavors to show the young man a good time and teach him that life is worth living. Shenanigans en-sue (of course), including a bathroom scuffle with some Ma-rines, a drunken trashing of a hotel room and the crashing of a hippie party in New York. You really must see this movie, a true snapshot of a bygone era.

5. Down Periscope (1996). This is the harrowing tale of a submarine commander and his to struggle to resurrect his career amidst the backdrop of a dangerous war game with a superior boat. Ha! Just kidding! This movie truly stands out as one of the most ridiculous Navy movies ever made. Kelsey Grammer stars as an insubordinate O-4 who finally gets com-mand of his own submarine, only to find out it’s an old diesel sub from World War II with a ragtag crew of idiots. The movie keeps the jokes coming and never really stops to take itself too seriously, and it’s only grown funnier since we joined the Navy. We wouldn’t exactly call this movie a comedy classic, but it’s easily the funniest movie ever made about the Navy.

4. Midway (1976). The story of the battle that turned the tide in the war in the Pacific stands out as one of the most epic Navy movies ever filmed. We get to witness several sto-rylines for the period, including the planning and execution of the battle from both the American and Japanese standpoints. Charlton Heston and Henry Fonda highlight a star-studded cast that also includes Pat Morita (Mr. Miagi from “Karate Kid”) as a Japanese officer. Heston’s character’s struggle to deal with his son’s courtship of an American-born Japanese woman—who is locked in an internment camp—shows an aspect of World War II that is often overlooked in America. Fonda’s portrayal of legendary Adm. Chester Nimitz is nearly flawless. This movie gives a great look at one of the most im-portant naval victories in the history of the world.

3. Final Countdown (1980). This is hands down, one of the best time-travel movies of all time. Wait, what? That’s right, “Final Countdown” is a Navy movie and a time-travel movie. It tells the story of the oft-overlooked possibility of an aircraft carrier being sucked through a time vortex and put in a position to stop the Japanese fleet in their tracks before they carry out the attack on Pearl Harbor. We’ve always said the Navy is ill-prepared to deal with the reality of time travel, and we’re glad there’s a movie out there that addresses this hard question. What if you had a chance to stop the worst loss of life in Navy history? Would you do it? Or would the unknown effects on the future from which you came stop you from al-tering the course of history? This movie tackles these issues head on and does so in very entertaining fashion.

2. Crimson Tide (1995). In the history of submarine thrillers, two movies stand out: “The Hunt for Red October” and “Crimson Tide.” We’ve chosen to talk about “Crimson Tide” because we feel it’s a lot more intense and it’s stood the

test of time better than “Red October,” although the absence of Sean Connery in “Crimson Tide” is a bit upsetting. Its struggle between a battle-hardened commanding officer and a young executive officer, who must decide whether or not to start nuclear war, is one of the most intense stories I’ve ever seen. The realism in this movie is what sets it apart, except for the whole captain-has-a-dog-on-the-sub thing. The suspense is extraordinary, and not knowing who to root for is something you rarely experience in a movie. Gene Hackman and Denzel Washington, a can’t-miss combination, are at their best here. Do yourself a favor and see this movie.

1. The Caine Mutiny (1954). The best movie ever made about the Navy. Ever. Seriously. Based on the best-selling book, this is the story of a young ensign fresh out of the Academy and assigned to an old destroyer during World War II. After years of lax rules, the ship is assigned a tough new commanding officer, Capt. Queeg, portrayed brilliantly by the legendary Humphrey Bogart. There follows a series of events that eventually lead to a mutiny against Queeg and the subsequent court-martial trial of the mutineers. Bogart turned in probably the last great per-formance of his career, and the movie is great till the last frame. It’s a completely unique perspective on life on a boat during wartime, the decisions that are made, good or bad, and the consequences one faces because of them. If you haven’t seen this movie, you’re missing not only the greatest Navy movie of all time, but one the greatest movies ever made period.

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Lincoln (CVN 72) are keeping old traditions alive every time they

use the signal bridge at the top of the ship’s island. During drills such as general quarters

and man overboard, and also for communicating with Carrier Strike Group 9 assets, the old style of shipboard signaling is alive and well.

“The signal bridge still plays a vital role in ship’s communications for special evolutions,” said Quartermaster 2nd Class Terell McCullen. “It still serves a purpose.”

Three types of communications utilized on the signal bridge are semaphore, flashing lights and flag hoisting.

The semaphore system conveys information at a distance through the use of visual aids such as rods, disks, paddles and hand-held flags; signal projector lights are

used to locate personnel in the water; and flashing light signaling includes Nancy lights and searchlights, which employ Morse code to display messages to other vessels. Nancy lights are used to transmit secret information at night using infrared light.

The crew also hoists flags to announce that the ship is undergoing a special evolution, such as flight operations (Foxtrot).

All three systems enable ships to communicate while maintaining radio silence.

Quartermaster 3rd Class Shea Morgan said advanced radio and satellite technology for communications has caused the signal bridge to be used less and less over time.

“The use of the signal bridge is becoming an outdated form of art,” said Morgan. “But the knowledge is still passed down to carry on the old traditions and to stay prepared for emergencies.”

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Few ranks in the military command as much respect as Navy chiefs, and there’s good reason for that.

Because of an arduous selection process and the strict regulation of who can be a chief, the

achievement is highly regarded and respected in the eyes of fellow Sailors. So when two brothers make chief in the same year, it’s an even more special honor.

Chief (Select) Machinist’s Mate Carlos Siguenza, stationed aboard USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), and Chief (Select) Culinary Specialist Luis Siguenza, aboard PCU California (781), will both put on anchors this year after they were both selected during the same cycle.

Carlos Siguenza joined the Navy in September 1990 and currently serves on Lincoln as the leading petty officer (LPO) for Engineering department’s A Division. Luis Siguenza joined in August 1995 and serves as LPO and records keeper aboard California. Carlos was honorably discharged as a petty officer 3rd class in 1994 but re-enlisted in 2000.

Carlos said enlisting in the Navy might have encouraged his younger brother to make the same choice.

“He noticed the change in my personality and the pride

I took from being in the Navy,” he said.Over time, the brothers managed to keep pace with one

another as they advanced up the ranks. Years and miles may have kept them separated throughout their Navy careers, but working at different commands and in different fields hasn’t stopped the Siguenzas from drawing support from one another.

“I always reminded him to stay positive and encouraged him to get qualified and to study for advancements,” Carlos said. “I’m very proud for him knowing that all his hard work and sacrifice paid off.”

As the Siguenza brothers prepare for their pinning ceremonies, which will usher them in to the chiefs’ mess, Carlos said that sharing this experience with his brother makes him even more proud of the achievement.

“It feels great,” he said. “It’s the most important accomplishment anyone can have in their Navy career. I’m very excited knowing that we’ll both be going through the same thing, and that we can give support to each other.”

PCU California, currently homeported in Newport News, Va., will be moving to Groton, Conn. just prior to Lincoln’s move to Newport News in May.

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Several U.S. 3rd Fleet ships will be participating in San Diego Fleet Week. USS Princeton (CG 59) and USS Rushmore (LSD 47) will be available for tours, Sept. 17 and 18, at Broadway Pier, and USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76) will be available for public tours at Naval Station North Island, Sept. 24 and 25. San Diego Fleet Week 2011 is an opportunity for the American public to meet their Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard team. This event will showcase naval personnel, equipment, technology and capabilities. U.S. 3rd Fleet area of responsibility includes 50 million square miles of the Eastern and Northern Pacific ocean areas including the Bering Sea, Alaska, the Aleutian Islands and sectors of the arctic. U.S. 3rd Fleet measures its success by the readiness and combat efficiency of the Fleet and the extent to which it is connected and interoperable with domestic partners, international partners and allies. (source: navy.mil)

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The U.S. Naval Academy has been ranked among the top schools in the country by the

U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges 2012.”

The Naval Academy was ranked No. 14 overall for “Best Liberal Arts Colleges” nationwide, No. 1 in the nation in public schools, and No. 1 in the nation among high school guidance counselors. The Naval Academy was also ranked No. 5 for overall “Best Undergraduate Engineering Programs,” and in engineering specialties the academy ranked No. 6 in mechanical engineering and No. 7 in electrical/electronic/communications.

The announcement follows the Naval Academy’s earlier selections this year as the No. 9 most desirable school by Newsweek and the No. 3 best value and No. 17 overall ranking by Forbes Magazine.

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Academy to be included once again among the best colleges and universities in America,” said Vice Adm. Michael M. Miller, Naval Academy superintendent. “We take great pride in developing the next generation of leaders to serve the nation, and I’m pleased that our academic programs have been recognized for leading their fields of study. We’re dedicated to our students here at the Naval Academy, and that dedication shows in the rankings.”

“When you combine a superb academic program with world-class professional development and athletic programs, it’s easy to see why the Naval Academy stands out,” said Bruce Latta, dean of admissions. “Any student who’s thinking about applying to schools like Harvard, MIT, Stanford or any Ivy League school should challenge themselves to see what the Naval Academy is all about.”

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The Navy joined the nation Sept. 15 in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month, which will be observed until Oct. 15. With a national theme of “Many Backgrounds, Many Stories...One American Spirit,” the observance celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of Americans who trace their roots to Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. According to 2010 data from the U.S. Census Bureau, Hispanics comprise 16.3 percent of the total United States population, or 50.5 million people, forming our county’s largest racial or ethnic minority. Additionally, it is projected that by 2050, a quarter of the nation’s workforce will be Hispanic. The Navy’s workforce reflects this diversity - today, nearly 60,000 Hispanic active duty and reserve Sailors and officers and nearly 10,000 Hispanic civilians serve in the Navy Total Force, including three Hispanic flag officers and one rear admiral select, 158 Hispanic master chiefs and five Hispanic members of the Senior Executive Service. (source: navy.mil)

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