Saw this posting on Navy Times and Facebook and it’s a good read. Jon Alden reported to the ballistic missile submarine Alaska’s Blue Crew in 2009 as a seaman. Six years later, he left as a chief. How did he rise through the ranks so quickly? Find out at: http://www.navytimes.com/story/opinion/2016/01/17/how-rise-through-navys-enlisted-ranks-fast/77766888/
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Fair Winds And Following Seas, Shipmate
We are deeply saddened to announce that Dr. John Stegman passed away on Monday evening. Our national chairman since June of 2015, Dr. Stegman spent many years of his life in dedication to the cadets of our program. His passion and energy will be deeply missed. Dr. Stegman was a […]
“A Date Which Will Live In Infamy”
Early in the afternoon of December 7, 1941, President Franklin D. Roosevelt and his chief foreign policy aide, Harry Hopkins, were interrupted by a telephone call from Secretary of War Henry Stimson and told that the Japanese had attacked Pearl Harbor. At about 5:00 p.m., following meetings with his military […]
Remember Pearl Harbor
We Remember…
The Game
I know, you might be thinking about The Big One – The Ohio State University versus “that team up north.” Yes, that is one of, if not, the biggest rivalry in college football. However, on December 12th, “The Game” will be played for the 116th time. Since 1890, both service […]
Change…
Change is inevitable. It is all around us. It is more evident during this time of year – Fall. The splendor and beauty of this time of year should remind us that, just because the dead of Winter approaches, change is not the end. The change in seasons is good […]
Happy Birthday, USMC!!
Thank you for your service and most importantly your Faithfulness to our great Country! May you be blessed today and everyday, for having served as a Marine.
240 Years On Watch
Happy Birthday to the US Navy, the best….
How To Prepare For Mars
So you want to go to Mars? Well, my first question to you is “WHY!?” Followed by “Are you out of your mind?”. I can picture Bugs Bunny asking these questions… But seriously, scientist are working on this topic of how to prepare for Mars exploration. Its not for another […]
Congratulations To All The Newly Pinned Chiefs
This week Sailors from around the country who have been selected to be promoted to the rank of Chief Petty Officer will be getting their anchors pinned on. Sea Cadets of the Columbus Squadron thank you for your service, commitment and dedication. We look up to you as role models […]