USS Boxer LHD 4 : Symbols and History

Written by Angela
Friday, 27 April 2012 04:36
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The USS Boxer LHD 4 is the sixth ship to carry the name BOXER and also the fourth ship of the Wasp class multi-purpose amphibious assault ship (LHD). The fabrication work for LHD 4 commenced at Litton-Ingals in Mississippi in July 9, 1990 and was launched Aug. 13, 1993.

The ship began its service to the Navy as its fourth LHD Feb. 11, 1995 after four years of construction.

The first boxer in American history was actually Her Majesty’s Bristish Ship (HMBS) Boxer, a Brig of 14 guns commanded by Captain Blyth. The HMBS Boxer was sailing off the coast of Portland, Maine Sep. 5, 1813 when she was met by USS Enterprise. The fight that ensued was heroic for both ships, and in the end Boxer’s crew surrendered her to U.S. forces.

The Shield:

The United States is symbolized by the bald eagle whose wings are out-spread beyond the shield to denote the scope beyond her own shores and of the U.S. influence for stability in affairs world-wide. The Border signifies unity and cooperation. The gold is the universal symbol of excellence.

The Swords:

The naval officer’s sword and a Marine Corps mameluke are crossed diagonally to represent strength and cooperation.

The Crest:

The star of six points represents all ships to bear the name Boxer. The octagon charged with a gold star recalls the eight battle stars won by USS Boxer (CV 21) for action off Korea, here symbolized by the Taeguk (symbol from the Republic of Korea’s flag) that bears the star. The wreath of laurel stands for honor and the maintenance and pursuit of peace.

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source: http://www.public.navy.mil/

Federal Air Marshal Service: Keeping the Skies Friendly

Written by Angela
Friday, 02 March 2012 04:24
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“Your Safety Is Our Priority” – Transportation Security Administration

As part of the U.S. Transportation Security Administration’s Office of Law Enforcement branch, Federal Air Marshals (FAMs) serve as the primary law enforcement entity within TSA. The service promotes confidence in the nation’s civil aviation system through the effective deployment of FAMs to detect, deter, and defeat hostile acts targeting U.S. air carriers, airports, passengers and crews.

FAMs are highly trained and are expected to operate independently without backup, and rank among those Federal law enforcement officers that hold the highest standard for handgun accuracy.

Marshals are professional in blending in with passengers during special circumstances and are able to rely on their training, which includes investigative techniques, criminal terrorist behavior recognition, firearms proficiency, aircraft specific tactics, and close quarters self-defense measures to protect the flying public.

Though FAMs’ primary mission is to protect air passengers and crew, they have an ever evolving role in homeland security and are tasked to work closely with other law enforcement agencies to accomplish their mission.

At present, air marshal staff several positions at different organizations such as the National Counterterrorism Center, the National Targeting Center, and on the FBI’s Joint Terrorism Task Forces. During heightened alerts or special national events, air marshals are distributed among other law enforcement agencies.

The Federal Air Marshal Service men and women are made up of dedicated, well trained law enforcement professional who swore to keep our aviation system safe and secure. Air marshals always see to it to keep the skies friendly!

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Featured Product of the Day: Naval Mobile Construction Battalion TWENTY-FIVE

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Friday, 16 December 2011 02:54
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15 Inch 2 5 NCR 300x225 Featured Product of the Day: Naval Mobile Construction Battalion TWENTY FIVE

“Clubs and Spades”

Created for the immediate requirements of the Naval Construction Force, the Naval Mobile Construction Batallion Two-Five mission is to provide and maintain a trained, ready, and immediately available organized reserve capable of quick response.

NMCB-Two Five was commissioned in September 1942 (then called the 25th Naval Construction Battalion), at Camp Bradford, VA, the same year in which the Seabees were established. The first Seabees in this battalion underwent training at Camp Allen, VA. Shortly after its commissioning and initial training, the battalion moved to Port Hueneme, CA and again to Camp Elliott, San Diego, CA where it attached to the 3rd Battalion, Nineteenth Marines, 3rd Marine Division, and Fleet Marine Force.

The battalion served under the command of U.S. Army General Douglas MacArthur, during the World War II. Several major contributions include building a hospital at Samoa, building and airfield at Guadalcanal, building roads and bridges at Bouganvillein and helped recapture the island of Guam from Japanese invasion. NMCB-25 is the only unit with the distinction of serving under the Army, Navy and Marine Corps.

The battalion moved back to the United States in June 1945. Falling under the control of the 27^th Naval Construction Regiment of the 5^th Naval Construction Brigade, it was detached from the Marine Corps. Having followed the preceding events, the battalion was deactivated the following November.

Though the battalion remained inactive in quite a few years, it was reborn in Daisville in October, 1961 and is now part of the twelve Naval Mobile Construction Battalions in the Naval Reserve.

Throughout the years, NMCB- Two Five bagged various awards and distinctions. The battalion was selected as the Pacific’s Fleet’s Best of Type Reserve Nval Construction Battalion for fiscal years 1996 and 1998. It was also presented the Admiral Perry Award in FY 96 for being chosen as the best Seabee Construction Battalion of both the Atlantic and Pacific Fleets.

Source: (www.history.navy.mil)

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