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Author: Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Ignacio D. Perez, Defense Media Activity

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A Time To Pause and Reflect

A Time To Pause and Reflect

As the weather begins to heat up and May comes to an end, remember to pause for a moment, before heating up the grill or heading outside, to honor and remember those who have given their lives in service to the United States.

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Whidbey Angels

Whidbey Angels

The smell of crisp pine in the air, and the peaceful quietness of nothing but the rushing of emerald green glacial rivers as they flow down the side of a mountain describes most of the state of Washington. However, this heart-stopping landscape has a potentially lethal side that can claim even the most experienced hikers. But, luckily for those in northern Washington, there's a highly trained group of Sailors ready to answer the call.

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Remembering MA1 Zamarripa

Remembering MA1 Zamarripa

Sense of service and dedication are qualities often overlooked until they are no longer in front of you. This is a lesson military families know all too well, one that was brought home to the city of Dallas, July 7, 2016.

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Return to Sea Control

Return to Sea Control

Many naval veterans will tell you ships are living creatures, the engines pumping out massive amounts of energy, allowing tons of steel to cut through the oceans.

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In the Jungles of Cambodia

In the Jungles of Cambodia

As the Seabee 75th Anniversary approaches, Builder Constructionman Glenn Vaca from Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 5 remembers the past and looks towards the future as they help build facilities in the Svay Rieng Province in Cambodia.

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Swimming to Save

Swimming to Save

On a warm and sunny Florida day, Naval Aircrewman (Helicopter) 1st Class Harrison Greenmaki sits in the hangar bay, his calm and humble presence doesn't reflect that of a seasoned naval rescue swimmer. The phrase 'you can't judge a book by its cover' is the only way to really describe this Sailor.

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5 Things You Need To Know

5 Things You Need To Know

Since the repeal of the "Don't Ask Don't Tell" policy the DoD has continued to make changes to further the advancement of equality within its ranks. Service members are now able to openly serve as their preferred gender.