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Wednesday, June 20, 2012
USS FORT MCHENRY RMEMBERS THE WAR OF 1812
FROM: U.S. NAVY
120615-N-CN263-054 BALTIMORE (June 15, 2012) Lance Cpl. Zachary Franks, a military policeman assigned to Combat Logistics Battalion 26, discusses the .50-caliber M2 machine gun mount on his Humvee with a tour group aboard the amphibious dock landing ship USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43). Fort McHenry welcomed more than 1,000 visitors aboard throughout the day to celebrate the Star Spangled Sailabration, which coincides with Baltimore Navy Week 2012 and commemorates the War of 1812 and the writing of the "Star Spangled Banner" by Francis Scott Key. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Wesley Dannelley/Released)
Sailors, Marines Show Off USS Fort McHenry
Story Number: NNS120617-05Release Date: 6/17/2012 9:48:00
By Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Wesley Dannelley, Navy Operational Support Center Baltimore
BALTIMORE (NNS) -- USS Fort McHenry (LSD 43) welcomed more than 1,000 guests aboard for the Star-Spangled Sailabration, June 15, commemorating the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812 and the nation's flag.
Crew members conducted guided tours around the deckplates and visitors observed the day-to-day activities Sailors and Marines perform aboard the ship, as well as some of the tasks Marines perform while ashore or forward deployed.
Marines of Combat Logistics Battalion 26 (CLB 26), embarked for the War of 1812 celebrations, displayed equipment and vehicles for public view, and offered demonstrations on various tools of the trade.
Marine Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) members attached to CLB 26 donned the heavy Kevlar EOD suit used to protect Marines when they handle and dispose of various explosive devices. Guests were also introduced to the "EOD Bot," the remote-controlled robot that allows EOD teams to gather information and/or handle explosives while keeping personnel out of harm's way.
Lance Cpl. Easten Fry, a field artillery cannoneer with Bravo Battery 1/10, also attached to CLB 26, was the subject matter expert for the Marine Corps' M777A2 Howitzer, answering questions and giving demonstrations of the weapon's capabilities.
"Having people take time out of their day to walk a quarter of a mile down a pier in the heat to hear about my job makes me feel appreciated," Fry said.
United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps Seaman Apprentice Phillip Plunkard expressed his excitement about being onboard a warship. "Getting to learn all about the Navy, and seeing all the helicopters was so cool!"
While aboard, Plunkard met Cmdr. Ray Hartman, commanding officer of Fort McHenry, who shared words of wisdom and encouragement.
Fort McHenry is homeported at Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek/Fort Story, and is currently preparing for its upcoming deployment.
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
MARYLAND'S "STAR-SPANGLED SAILABRATION" JUNE 13-19
FROM: U.S. NAVY
Navy's Environment And Energy Programs Sail To Inner Harbor For Baltimore Navy Week
120605-N-KV696-071 BALTIMORE (June 5, 2012) Rear Adm. Gregory M. Nosal, commander of Carrier Strike Group Two, delivers remarks during a press conference at the Baltimore Inner Harbor. The press conference detailed events that will take place during the bicentennial of the War of 1812 and Maryland's "Star-Spangled Sailabration" from June 13-19. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kiona Miller/Released)
From Chief of Naval Operations Energy and Environmental Readiness Division
BALTIMORE (NNS) -- The Navy's energy and environmental programs will be on display during Baltimore's Star-Spangled Sailabration and Navy Week activities from June 14-17.
The event is one of a series of activities planned to commemorate the War of 1812 bicentennial.
The Chief of Naval Operations Energy and Environmental Readiness Division (N45) will have an exhibit aboard USS San Antonio (LPD 17) in the Baltimore Inner Harbor June 14-15 and at Fort McHenry during the air show June 16-17.
Visitors to the N45 exhibits can learn about Navy initiatives such as marine mammal protection, waste management at sea, and energy conservation. The exhibit aboard San Antonio will highlight specific environmental systems on Navy ships, including a plastic waste processor disk.
Information on how the Navy manages waste at sea and on base, along with free copies of Currents, the Navy's energy and environmental magazine; posters; worksheets for kids, and other free educational materials will be available to the public. The Navy's environmental quality mascot, EQ Pelican, will provide free photo opportunities for families during the weekend events.
"The War of 1812 was the conflict in which the U.S. Navy came of age, serving notice to the world that it was a force to be reckoned with. In the two centuries since, the U.S. Navy has become the world's preeminent naval power, not only in combat capability, but also in commitment to protect the natural environment," said John Quinn, N45's acting director. "Baltimore Navy Week is a wonderful opportunity for Baltimore visitors to learn about our nation's naval heritage and to discover the many things their Navy does every day to protect and preserve the environment for future generations."
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