Flagship September 20, 2012

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BuffaloNavyWeek Personnel Specialist 1st Class James Choyce (left) and Gunner’s Mate 1st Class Thomas Endress, both assigned to USS Constitution, speak with students at West Elementary School during the Navy’s Commemoration of the Bicentennial of the War of 1812 in Buffalo.

NAVY MEDICINE HIGHLIGHTS ROLE OF WOMEN IN THE MILITARY DURING BUFFALO NAVY WEEK By Valerie A. Kremer U.S. Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery Public Affairs

BUFFALO, NEW YORK

Navy Medicine leadership met with members of the Twentieth Century Club of Buffalo, Sept. 12, to discuss the role of women in the military and Navy Medicine’s capabilities as part of Buffalo Navy Week. Rear Adm. Rebecca McCormick-Boyle, chief of staff, U.S. Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, was the senior medical ofďŹ cer representing Navy Medicine at the event. “The Twentieth Century Club furthers the interests of women through education and opportunities and knows that women can do anything that men can do, sometimes even better,â€? said Connie Hadala, president, Twentieth Century Club of Buffalo. “Rear Adm. McCormick-Boyle embodies that concept. We are so glad she would take the time to come here and reinforce what we already know.â€? The Twentieth Century Club, established in 1894, was the ďŹ rst club run by women, for women, in the U.S. During her presentation, McCormick-Boyle discussed how the role of women in the military has evolved since she began her career in the Navy. “It has been dramatic,â€? said McCormick-Boyle. “When I joined the Navy, it was not encouraged for a female to join the Navy, or pursue the Naval Academy as an option. Since then, we have

MC2 Kathryn E. Macdonald MC1 Chris Laurent Rear Adm. Rebecca McCormick-Boyle, chief of staff, U.S. Navy Bureau of Medicine and Surgery, accepts a glass buffalo from the president of the Twentieth Century Club.

seen women in groundbreaking leadership roles in the Navy, in aviation and now in submarines. It is women in those early pioneering positions, which will ensure that women in the future will have the opportunity to take those leadership roles.� As “A Global Force for Good,� McCormick-Boyle also highlighted Navy Medicine’s role in the Maritime Strategy and vast capabilities in expeditionary care, research and development, garrison care and humanitarian assistance/disaster response. “Navy Medicine’s dual mission is providing care to Sailors and Marines on carriers, on land and in the air, as well as caring for their families,� said McCormick-Boyle. “We are also America’s 911. When the world has an emergency, Navy Medicine is there to answer that call. We do this through the proactive and reactive natures of our humanitarian assistance/disaster response missions.�

Navy Medicine is a global healthcare network of 63,000 Navy medical personnel around the world who provide high quality healthcare to more than one million eligible beneďŹ ciaries. Navy Medicine personnel deploy with Sailors and Marines worldwide, providing critical mission support aboard ships, in the air, under the sea and on the battleďŹ eld. Buffalo Navy Week (Sept. 10 - 17) is one of 15 Navy weeks across the country in 2012. Navy Weeks are designed to show Americans the investment they make in their Navy and increase awareness in cities that do not have a signiďŹ cant Navy presence. The week-long event also commemorates the Bicentennial of the War of 1812, hosting service members from the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy. For more news from Navy Medicine, visit www.navy. mil/local/mednews/.

Sailors rebuild hope with Habitat for Humanity Buffalo By MC2 Kathryn E. Macdonald USS Constitution Public Affairs

BUFFALO, NEW YORK

Sailors assigned to USS Constitution participated in a Habitat for Humanity project in Buffalo, Sept. 12 - 13. Sailors assisted in remodeling the inside of a house that had recently been burned down at the Habitat for Humanity Buffalo build site as part of the ongoing Buffalo Navy Week, Sept. 10 - 17. “It’s always fantastic to have people come out and volunteer,â€? said Dan Gallagher, Habitat for Humanity site supervisor. “I think it’s even better when the Sailors are coming out to lend their services. They already commit to a service and they still ďŹ nd time to give a little extra to the community. We are always grateful to the Sailors for their service to the country, but we are especially [grateful] for their services to Habitat for Humanity this week.â€? Approximately 10 Sailors assigned to USS De Wert (FFG 45) and Navy Operational Support Center (NOSC) Little Rock and West Palm Beach also participated in the project. “It was overall a great experience,â€?

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Sailors assigned to USS Constitution taught early U.S. Navy history to students at West Elementary School in West Seneca, Sept. 10. Constitution Sailors gave an interactive historical presentation to more than 120 ďŹ fth grade students as part of Buffalo Navy Week, taking place Sept. 10 - 17. “The level of knowledge and interest exhibited by the ďŹ fth graders was impressive,â€? said Lt. Julien Geiser, operations ofďŹ cer of USS Constitution. “Their curiosity and fearless engagement of us and the historical signiďŹ cance of Constitution and her role in winning the War of 1812 was incredibly rewarding.â€? Students learned about the creation of the Navy, Constitution’s construction, her famous battle with HMS Guerriere during the War of 1812 and the mission of today’s Navy as it relates to the past. “I think it’s thrilling to have authentic Sailors come to tell the students about the USS Constitution,â€? said Anne Reukauf, a ďŹ fth grade teacher at West Elementary School. “I know the children were very excited. They have been reading up on a few things the past few days about the War of

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Navy leaders honor those who served in War of 1812 Rear Adm. Tim Alexander, Commander, Navy Region Mid-Atlantic (right) salutes the gravesite of Cdre. Stephen Champlin at a wreath-laying ceremony during Buffalo Navy Week to honor military personnel who served in the War of 1812. Buffalo Navy week is one of 15 signature events planned across America in 2012. The week-long event commemorates the Bicentennial of the War of 1812, hosting service members from the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy.

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1812. This presentation gave the students a better idea on the events of the war.â€? Constitution Sailors undergo 20 weeks of naval history training as soon as they check aboard, along with additional weekly training. “It was great how we were able to share the history that we learn about USS Constitution with the students,â€? said Masterat-Arms Seaman Garrett Thormodson, assigned to USS Constitution. “Knowing what I do now about Constitution, I wish I was granted the opportunity to learn about the ship while I was in elementary school.â€? Buffalo Navy Week is the seventh of eight Navy weeks Constitution Sailors are scheduled to participate in throughout 2012. Buffalo Navy Week commemorates the Bicentennial of the War of 1812 and “The Star-Spangled Bannerâ€? with U.S. Navy ship visits and special events recognizing America’s Navy for keeping the sea free for more than 200 years. The primary purpose of Navy Week is to increase Navy awareness by presenting the Navy to Americans who live in cities that normally do not have a signiďŹ cant naval presence. Buffalo Navy Week will showcase the mission, capabilities and achievements of the U.S. Navy and provide residents the opportunity to meet Sailors ďŹ rsthand.

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said Fireman Nicole Sherwood from the USS Constitution. “I assisted in restoring a home by installing drywall and insulation. I hope that our efforts today beneďŹ t the family that the home is going to. We worked hard and got dirty, but it was totally worth the effort!â€? Buffalo Navy Week is the seventh of eight Navy Weeks that Constitution Sailors will participate in 2012, celebrating the Bicentennial of the War of 1812. The primary purpose of Navy Week is to increase Navy awareness by presenting the Navy to Americans who live in cities that normally do not have a signiďŹ cant naval presence. Buffalo Navy Week will showcase the mission, capabilities and achievements of the U.S. Navy and provide residents the opportunity to meet Sailors ďŹ rsthand. Constitution is the world’s oldest commissioned warship aoat and welcomes more than 500,000 visitors per year. She defended the sea lanes against threat from 1797 to 1855, much like the mission of today’s Navy. America’s Navy: Keeping the sea free for more than 200 years. Constitution’s mission today is to offer community outreach and education about the ship’s history.

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