Cnic // Naval District Washington

As temps move up, keep Summer SafeAs we move into the summer months, there are many things that come about to enjoy: a day at the beach, a barbeque, even mowing the lawn. But with these previously forgotten activities of the summer comes new responsibility for all hands to remain safe.

'The Most Stunning Blow in Naval History': The Impact of the Battle of MidwayIt's a question that is not easily answered, but what truly was the impact of the Battle of Midway? If one were to look at the sheer statistics, there's an obvious answer: the U.S. Navy lost one carrier and a destroyer to the Imperial Japanese Navy's (IJN) four carriers and heavy cruiser.

Cracking the code that would win a warStation HYPO, also known as Fleet Radio Unit Pacific, won one of the greatest battles of the war: the battle of intelligence. Naval Intelligence has a long and proud history in the United States' armed forces, and they certainly proved their value during the days leading up to what would become one of the greatest naval victories of all time: the Battle of Midway.

Asian Americans in the Navy: Adm. Gordon Chung-HoonAsians and Pacific Islanders have a proud tradition in the U.S. Navy and in the armed forces as a whole. Their influence has been felt far and wide in the Navy and has ultimately provided a strong effort in a global force for good.

HURREX Comes to a CloseThe Navywide HURREX/Citadel Gale 2012 exercise is coming to a close the end of this week and has provided Naval District Washington (NDW) an excellent opportunity to test its destructive weather preparation and response procedures.

SAAM: We will Not Tolerate Sexual AssaultThe fourth and final message for the month of April to those in the Navy family is a resounding warning: 'We will Not Tolerate Sexual Assault'. Sexual assault is a blight on the United States' armed forces, with a crime occurring three times a day in the Navy alone.

Being prepared for the worst: Destructive Weather Preparedness in Light of HURREXBeing prepared is everyone's duty. As HURREX/Citadel Gale 2012 takes place this week and next, it is imperative that everyone knows what they can do to be ready for destructive weather such as hurricanes. NDW, and the Navy as a whole, considers the safety of its Sailors and their families to be the highest possible priority, especially during violent weather.

SAAM: Prevention is everyone's dutyNo one is exempt from the responsibility of 'if you see something, say something', and the duty of helping prevent sexual assault. The month of April is being utilized not only by the Navy, but also by presidential proclamation for the whole country, to take time to recognize the devastating impact that sexual assault can have.

HURREX to begin next weekHURREX/Citadel Gale 2012 is slated to get underway next week, running from April 16 to 27. The annual exercise is a part of the Navy's testing and training regimen, with these exercises being focused on preparation for the major threat that extreme weather can pose to the effectiveness and operational readiness of the military.

Solid Curtain/Citadel Shield is underwayOne might notice that it isn't business as usual, but that's the point. Naval District Washington (NDW) is in the middle of Solid Curtain/Citadel Shield (SC/CS) 2012 this week.

Navy commemorates Bicentennial of War of 1812Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus and the Librarian of Congress Dr. James H. Billington were joined by director of Naval History and Heritage Command (NHHC) Rear Adm. (ret) Jay A. DeLoach in announcing the official kick-off of the Navy's three-year commemoration of the Bicentennial of the War of 1812, during a ceremony held at the Library of Congress in Washington D.C., March 13.

DC Mayor declares April 'Military Child Month'Washington D.C. Mayor Vincent C. Gray signed a proclamation on March 14, declaring April 2012 as Military Child Month, the first such declaration to be made in the District.

NDW community outreach: Prep for Solid Curtain/Citadel ShieldThane Yost said that the "will to win is worthless if one does not have the will to prepare". This will to prepare is the goal of Solid Curtain/Citadel Shield (SC/CS) 2012, which will take place next week. Naval District Washington (NDW) has begun reaching out to the community in preparation for the exercise.

Women's History Month: Yeoman (F)The road to war is one filled with many unforeseen obstacles, but one constant is paperwork. With the United States soon on the way to the trenches in the months leading up to April 1917, a huge clerical shortage at shore facilities around the country led to the birth of the Yeoman (F), also known as Yeoman (Female) or the Yeomanettes.

NCACS provides for efficient service and streamlined informationShorter wait times at Naval District Washington's (NDW) perimeter checkpoints are good news for everyone; Navy Commercial Access Control System (NCACS) has improved efficiency, particularly at the Washington Navy Yard's Pass and I.D. office.

Woman's History Month: Physician of PresidentsIf one's a doctor and the President of the United States is their patient, there's bound to be a lot of pressure. However, Adm. Eleanor "Connie" Mariano (ret.) was up to the challenge as the first woman Physician to the President from 1993 to 2001.

Two DC major construction projects to affect Washington Navy Yard traffic patternsEmployees and visitors of the Washington Navy Yard (WNY) accessing the base may experience increased traffic and delays to several WNY gates and along M Street due to the ongoing 11th Street Bridge reconstruction and the DC Sewer Overflow project slated to start in the next few weeks.

Navy installations to conduct exercise Solid Curtain-Citadel Shield 2012Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces (USFF) and Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC) are in the final stages of planning the Force Protection and Anti-Terrorism (FP/AT) exercise Solid Curtain-Citadel Shield (SC/CS) 2012 to be conducted on naval bases and installations throughout the continental United States March 19-24.

Women's History month: WWII era WAVESAfter a twenty-three-year absence, women returned to general Navy service in early August 1942, when Mildred McAfee was sworn in as a Naval Reserve Lieutenant Commander, the first female commissioned officer in U.S. Navy history, and the first director of the WAVES, or "Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service".

NDW tightens security with NCACSNaval District Washington (NDW) implemented the Navy's newest method of monitoring and granting access on to installations with an identification management system known as Navy Common Access Control System (NCACS) on Oct. 31, 2011.

Video Surveillance allows NDW to successfully prepare for SCCS 2012Naval District Washington (NDW) is leveraging its surveillance capability to help protect personnel and property. Considered the baseline structure for the anti-terrorism force protection program (ATFP), the Virtual Perimeter Monitoring System (VMPS) will prove its ability to provide continuous security around the region during the upcoming Solid/Curtain Citadel Shield 2012 ATFP exercise.

NDW presents Smart Grid pilot to FERC officialsNaval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC) Washington and Naval District Washington's (NDW) Information Technology Command and Control hosted Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) officials during a presentation of the Navy's Smart Grid pilot at the Region Operations Center on the Washington Navy Yard, Feb. 17.

Don’t cross the lineCo-workers often engage in casual conversations; however, there could be times where a normal conversation becomes uncomfortable. In those cases when casual conversation crosses the line from polite interactions to something inappropriate, there are certain procedures that need to be followed.

Naval District Washington does it again!The Chief of Naval Operations recognized two Naval District Washington (NDW) commands for their outstanding community service projects with the announcements of the 2011 Navy Community Service Awards.

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