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Vol. 48, No. 49 Serving the Military Community in Southeastern Connecticut since 1918 Thursday, May 20, 2010
40 Sargent Drive
becoming an American citizen
is a day they will cherish for-
ever.
The day before Armed Forces
day will be just that for 12
current and former members
of the United States military.
They became naturalized citi-
zens of the United States, May
14, during a ceremony at the
Submarine Force Library and
Museum with Historic Ship
Nautilus serving as the back
drop.
“It is indeed appropri-
ate that this special Military
Appreciation Naturalization
Ceremony take place here, in
front of the world’s first nuclear
powered vessel and the fore-
runner of our Nuclear Navy,”
said Captain Marc W. Denno,
Commanding Officer of Naval
Submarine Base New London
(SUBASE) as he welcomed the
distinguished guests and soon-
to-be American citizens. “The
man whose vision, determi-
Photo by MC1(AW) Peter D. Blair
nation, and leadership led to
the harnessing of the atom for GROTON, Conn. - Active duty, reserve, and veteran members of the Armed Forces take the Oath of Citizenship during a Naturalization ceremony at the Submarine
PRSRT/STD
construction of Nautilus, was with Armed Forces Day, was held at Historic Ship Nautilus.
himself a naturalized citizen.”
Denno spoke of Admiral zen during the ceremony has a his parents when he was three to enlist I decided that when I first such Connecticut based
Hyman G. Rickover, ‘The similar story. years old. was old enough I would make U.S. Citizen and Immigration
Father of the Nuclear Navy,’ Personnel Specialist Third “It feels great to finally be his dream a reality and have a Services (USCIS) ceremony to
Class Ronn Erick Arnecillo a citizen of the country I so member of our family proudly place at a military installation.
INSIDE
who immigrated from Makow,
Russia, to the United States Rios from the Navy Operational proudly serve,” said Rios. serve in America’s military.” He commended the new
when he was six years old. Support Center at SUBASE “It was my dad’s dream to U.S Congressman Joe citizens for having taken two
One of the service members immigrated to the United States come to America and join the Courtney (2nd-Conn) was oaths: the first to serve in the
who became a naturalized citi- from Cavite, Philippines, with military. When he was unable the keynote speaker for this
See Citizens on Page 3
INDEX
High School visited Submarine develop ways to stop flooding.”
Base New London May 10 to According to project coordi-
tour Virginia-class attack sub- nator Fred Frese, the school’s
marine USS Virginia (SSN 774) wood shop teacher, Old Local...................................2
and Naval Submarine School as Saybrook was given an invita- Movies .......................................5
part of research and planning tion after working closely with Classifieds................................6
process to build their own sub- the Navy on a previous project.
mersible vessel. “We are one of three engi-
Upon completion, the stu- neering schools in the coun-
dents plan to build and race try invited to this event,” said Photo by ET2 Mark Moore
their manned, 11-foot sub- Frese. GROTON, Conn. – Students and faculty from Old Saybrook High School gather for a picture on the brow of the attack sub-
mersible at the 11th Annual Frese also said the students marine USS Virginia (SSN 775). The students are building a submarine of their own to compete in the 11th International
International Submarine Races will be training to race even as
held in Bethesda, Md., in June Submarine Races in Bethesda, Md., in June 2011.
the vessel is under construc-
2011. tion. take this task,” Frese said. “Not report and give a presentation Thomas O’Donnell, Virginia’s
For Shannon Jorgensen, the “This is their senior project. only will they do all the con- at the competition.” engineering officer, examined a
student team captain, this was struction, but they will write a Lieutenant Commander See Students on Page 3
They all volunteered to under-
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NAUS luncheon
chase, use or patronage without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political affiliation or any other
non-merit factor of the purchaser, user or patron.
Access ...
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If it is your goal to get your back or eliminate some expens- available. Finally, when feeling
By Frances Goodman finances into better shape, start es are examples of creating a blue, make a list of the things that
Hartford, Conn., and were prosecuted by U.S. Navy attorney by: practical vision. you are grateful for. Focusing on
Lt. David K. Loveless, stationed at the base, who has been GROTON, Conn. - Gary * Accepting and acknowledg- * Taking action to make it the positive can help reduce the
designated as a Special Assistant United States Attorney. Emery, Ph.D., created the ACT ing your problem. This is the happen requires patience and stress of financial problems!
“Individuals should understand, this type of illegal behavior formula for dealing with stress. first step on the road to finan- envisioning success. Get help
can be punishable by up to a year in prison,” said Loveless. It is translated to mean: cial recovery. Be kind to yourself The FFSC has financial coun-
In these cases, the defendants were fined and ordered to * Accept what is (which does * Creating a vision must be So, don’t beat yourself up selors to assist you with your
enroll in a Federal Pretrial Diversion Program. One indi- not mean just passively accept- based on reality to result in if you made some mistakes money issues. We are here to
vidual failed to appear in federal court and a bench warrant ing whatever life throws at us). practical action. Envisioning with money - forgive yourself. support you and help you deal
was issued in March for his arrest. Previously a resident of * Create a vision. practical opportunities such as Building wealth requires hav- with your money problems.
Groton, he is believed to be residing in Ohio. Additional * Take action to make it hap- paying bills on time to avoid ing the right information, plan- Just call and make an appoint-
charges are expected to be filed against another 3 vendors pen. interest and fees, avoiding cash ning and making good choices. ment. Remember, no one is
who completed false base access applications earlier this I’m taking the formula and advance loans, or identifying Educate yourself by taking small going to care more about your
year. using it as a motivational tool. “wants” versus “needs” to cut steps and using all the resources money than you!
Thursday, May 20, 2010 • THE DOLPHIN • 3
Students ...
Photo by ET2 Mark Moore
GROTON, Conn. – Machinist Mate Second Class Kyle Harrison explains compart-
ments of attack submarine USS Virginia (SSN 774) to students from Old Saybrook
Continued from page 1 High School. The students are building their own submersible to compete in the
scale model of the project and a 11th International Submarine Races in Bethesda, Md., in June 2011.
drawing of the internal compo-
nents brought by Frese.
“This is just amazing,”
O’Donnell said, “I’m a subma-
riner and a diver, but I’m not
sure I would be up to the task
of driving this vessel.”
Added significance, David
Bushnell, inventor of the
world’s first combat submarine
known as “The Turtle,” was
born in Saybrook. According
to the Naval Historical Center,
“The first Turtle was designed
in 1771 by Bushnell, a Yale
student, and built with the help
of his brother, Ezra, in 1775 at
Saybrook, Conn.” The Turtle
saw action in the first days of
the American Revolution.
Frese recently completed a
four-year project with a previ-
ous class. They built a full-size
replica of Bushnell’s Turtle,
which is now on display in the
high school’s lobby.
Citizens ...
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U.S. Armed Forces and the sec-
ond to now become citizens.
“We have a special oath,”
Courtney said. “You don’t take
an oath to a King or Queen,
motherland or fatherland.
You’re taking an oath to a con-
stitution; to really a way of life,
to a system that is, through
all the ups and downs we go
through as a nation really built
around the idea of freedom, self
rule, and self government.”
The Honorable Warren W.
Eginton, Senior United States
District Judge, presided over
the ceremony, delivering the
oath of citizenship and remind-
ing the newest Americans to
remember their obligations in
self-government: to vote and
to respond to a call for jury
service.
Director Ethan Enzer of
Hartford (Conn.) USCIS Field
Office noted that the diversity
in the countries of origin of the
new citizens at the ceremony
exemplified that the American
story truly is a melting pot of
cultures, ideals, and beliefs.
Participants hailed from
Brazil, Canada, Ecuador,
Germany, Haiti, India, Jamaica,
Kenya, Philippines, and the
Peoples Republic of China,
Poland and Peru.
“We all look forward to your
continuing contributions to the
American story,” Denno con-
cluded.
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GROTON, Conn. - Pictured from left to right, Seaman Apprentice Michael Henderson, Logistics Specialist First Class Corey Stephens (SS), Taki Aiolupotea, Logistics Specialist Third Class (SW) Jarrod Galton, and Lieutenant Karim Shabazz, Fleet Industrial
Supply Center (FISC) Readiness Officer, “slap mosquitoes” in front of Dealey Center, after a Fire Dancing display, May 13.
GROTON, Conn. - The month of May is dedicated to Asian and Pacific Islanders who have made an
impact on our society, and raises awareness of the rich cultures in far-east, as well as the Americans
among us who share ties to those lands.
An excerpt from President Barack Obama’s proclamation, released from the White House on May
1, stated:
Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have endured and overcome hardship and heartache. In the
earliest years, tens of thousands of Gold Rush pioneers, coal miners, transcontinental railroad build-
ers, as well as farm and orchard laborers, were subject to unjust working conditions, prejudice, and
discrimination——yet they excelled. Even in the darkness of the Exclusion Act and Japanese intern-
ment, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have persevered, providing for their families and creating
opportunities for their children.
Amidst these struggles, Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have contributed in great and signifi-
cant ways to all aspects of society. They have created works of literature and art, thrived as American
athletes, and prospered in the world of academia. Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders have played a
vital role in our Nation’s economic and technological growth by establishing successful enterprises and
pushing the limits of science. They are serving in positions of leadership within the government more
now than ever before. And along with all of our great service men and women, they have defended the
United States from threats at home and abroad, serving our Nation with valor.
This year, the Fleet Industrial Supply Center (FISC) brought Asian Pacific American Heritage
Month to Naval Submarine Base New London (SUBASE), hosting events to celebrate the occasion
at Dealey Plaza, May 13. The people at FISC provided a Polynesian Fire Dancer, an Aikido and
Iaido demonstration, a hula dancer, sumo suit wrestling, tables with information on Asian Pacific
American milestones, and cultural music to flavor the air.
GROTON, Conn. – Left, Robert Burns, chief instructor at Aiki Farms Aikikai, and United States Marine Corps
veteran, counters his student’s attack during an Aikido demonstration at Naval Submarine Base New London’s
Dealey Plaza, May 13. The Japanese martial art of Aikido was developed by Morihei Ueshiba in the late 1920s
to early 1930s, using influences from other martial arts he had studied prior to. Aikido, like many martial arts,
focuses on developing physical and mental strength and stability. The technical aspects of Aikido are geared
toward self defense, often using the opponent’s own weight and movements to throw, incapacitate, or disarm
them. Above, Burns sheathes his katana during an Iaido presentation in front of Naval Submarine Base New
London’s Dealey Center, 13 May. Iaido is the Japanese martial art of sword drawing. The emphasis of Iaido
is on drawing the sword and striking the opponent, as well as replacing the sword in its scabbard with fluid,
controlled motion.
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Whisker Walk to
benefit shelters,
rescue groups
On June 6, the 3rd Annual Whisker Walk will take place
at the Lancaster Fairground, in Lancaster, Mass. The Whisker
Walk is the nation’s only multi-organizational dog walk and
benefit.
What’s a Whisker Walk you ask? Well it’s a lot of things ...
but mostly it’s a free, fun day for families and their dogs plus
a dog walk-a-thon fundraiser to benefit New England animal
shelters and rescue groups. The 2009 Whisker Walk brought
thousands of people and their dogs from all over New England
and more are expected to descend on 50 acres of pet loving par-
adise for 2010. With almost 100 pet related groups, companies,
vendors, sponsors and manufacturers and animal rescue groups
in attendance there is so much to do, see and buy!
Whisker Walk is an “event not to be missed” for pet lovers and
their dogs with a unique twist…a Blessing of the animals kicks off
the noon multi-organizational dog walk! Come to see spectacular
exhibits, demonstrations, hands-on animal petting opportunities,
educational programs, special attractions, kid’s area, pet adop-
tions, product giveaways, entertainment, lots of food, fun and
things for adults and kids to see, do and buy!
The event is open to the public from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The
walk starts at noon.
Photos by SA Michael Henderson The Lancaster Fairground, home of the Bolton Fair, is on
Team Juggernaut Route 117 in Lancaster, Mass., just minutes from Route 2,
Route 190, I-495, and only 20 minutes from Worcester and 30
One- Pitch Softball Champions miles from Boston! There are more than 50 acres of flat, shaded
paths (handicapped accessible) the grounds are enormous and
GROTON, Conn. - Above, team Juggernaut poses for a picture after beautiful.
winning the Naval Submarine Base New London (SUBASE) One-Pitch No admission fees! Bring your family and your dogs. Other
Softball Championship, May 9, at the SUBASE ball fields. The final pets must stay home.
game was played between Providence Pride and Team Juggernaut. Many new and exciting events are on tap for the 2010
Photographed personnel left to right, bottom row: Culinary Specialist Whisker Walk.
First Class (SS) Joseph Barden, Culinary Specialist Second Class (SS) Geo-caching with or without your dog
John Sauter, Culinary Specialist Second Class (SS) Chad Glissen, If you’re not familiar with this new sport, Dog Caching, is
Chief Religious Programs Specialist (SW/AW/FMF) Jason Bocchino, a dog friendly “scavenger hunt” you play with your GPS and
Operations Specialist Second Class (AW) Brett Siefman. Top row, left in this case, your dog. The purpose of the game is to locate
to right: Commander Daniel Rossler, SUBASE Executive Officer, Chief containers around the Whisker Walk Fairground.
Culinary Specialist (SS) Charles James, Culinary Specialist First Class Dog photo contest
(SS) Jason Bridwell, Culinary Specialist Second Class (SS) Joe Ross, Send in your dog photos for the Second Annual Top Dog
Chief Machinist Mate (SW/AW) Chad Craycraft, Culinary Specialist Photo Contest sponsored by WXLO 104.5 fm. Entries will be
accepted through May 21.
First Class (SS) Rodger Nicholson, Operations Specialist Second Class
The winners (Top five photos) will be announced at Whisker
(SW) Chris Ramey, Logistics Specialist Third Class Robert Behan. Walk so get those photos ready! Go to www.whiskerwalk.org
Right, Chief Electronics Technician (SS) Steven Shelley, captain of for details. Interested in participating, sponsoring, volunteer-
Providence Pride, swings hard during the final game against team ing or becoming a vendor at the 2010 Whisker Walk? Whisker
Juggernaut, determining which team will win the title of Naval Walk is the place to see and be seen! For more information
Submarine Base New London (SUBASE) One-Pitch Softball Champion, on sponsor/vendor/participant details, contact leigh13@ix.
May 9, at the SUBASE ball fields. netcom.com or go to www.whiskerwalk.org.
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GROTON, Conn. - Lieutenant Chris
S. McLean, Assistant Battle Watch
Captain for U.S. Fleet Forces Current
Operations, administers the reen-
listment oath to his cousin, Master- L
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at-Arms Second Class(Fleet Marine
Force) Shiella McLean, at the ken-
nels onboard Naval Submarine Base
New London (SUBASE), May 14.
MA2(FMF) McLean is a dog handler S
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assigned to the security department
at the base preparing to transfer
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to Guam. McLean signed a Bible
that will be presented to Captain
Marc Denno, SUBASE Commanding
Officer, at the conclusion of his term
at the base. McLean’s dog, Bak, is E
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shown with his paw on the Bible at
the conclusion of the ceremony. Photo by SN Joshua Hirschfield
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GROTON, CONN - Lieutenant junior grade Paul Tidd, Naval Submarine Base New
London (SUBASE) Security Officer, offers a unique reenlistment to Master at Arms
Second Class Kevin Davis on the Thames River, just north of SUBASE, May 6. Davis
S and guests traveled about a quarter mile north of SUBASE using Harbor Security
Boats. Davis reenlisted for another four years as a Master at Arms.