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Author: Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathon Lockwood, Defense Media Activity

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What is a Chief?

What is a Chief?

April 1, 1893 is the birthdate of the rank of chief petty officer, as established by General Order 409. This date marks the start of entrusting senior first class petty officers to become something more, to serve as subject matter experts and trainers.

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John Glenn

John Glenn

Marine Colonel John Glenn donned his space suit, preparing to launch into space with one mission: becoming the first American to go into orbit. He blasted off in in a ball of fire and a cloud of smoke, Feb. 20, 1962, aboard the Friendship 7 spacecraft, circled the Earth three times and landed in the history books.

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Before You Buy

Before You Buy

Want to avoid getting stuck with a broken car and an expensive loan? We sat down with Dwain Alexander, senior supervisory attorney at the mid-Atlantic regional Legal Service Office, and he shared some tips and tricks to help you in your car buying experience.