The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Rafael Peralta (DDG 115) departed Tomakomai, Japan, following a scheduled port visit, Feb. 3. Never forget. 211005-N-WY048-1009 SAN FRANCISCO (Oct. 5, 2021) San Francisco Mayor London N. Breed speaks during a press conference held in support of San Francisco Fleet Week (SFFW) 2021. Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, gives remarks at the Mariner Skills Training Center, Pacific (MSTCPAC) Basic Divisional Officer Course (BDOC) graduation ceremony, at the Naval Base San Diego Base Theater. His decorations include the Defense Superior Service Medal (three awards), Legion of Merit (five awards), Defense Meritorious Service Medal, and various service and campaign awards. Commander, Navy Installations Command | 716 Sicard Street SE Suite 1000 | Washington DC, 20374-5140 Official U.S. Navy Website USDIV One will focus on unmanned surface vessel experimentation and fleet advocacy for the surface force. Leonardo Giovannelli, commanding officer of Mariner Skills Training Center Pacific (MSTCPAC), gives remarks during the MSTCPAC Basic Divisional Officer Course (BDOC) graduation ceremony, at the Naval Base San Diego Base Theater. Incorporated in 1985, SNA promotes greater coordination and communication among those in the military, business, and academic communities who share a common interest in surface warfare while supporting the activities of the Navy's surface forces. Nimitz Carrier Strike Group (NIMCSG) and Makin Island Amphibious Group (MKI ARG) with embarked 13th Marine Expeditionary Unit (13th MEU) are conducting combined expeditionary strike force (ESF) operations in the South China Sea as part of continuing and routine interoperability training operations in the Indo-Pacific region. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Timothy Heaps), 210531-N-OA516-1103 SINGAPORE -- Vice President Kamala Harris visited the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Tulsa (LCS 16) while moored in Changi Naval Base, Singapore, August 23. BDOC is a nine-week course focused on division leadership and is the Surface Warfare Officer (SWO) career path's initial training. Kitchener evaluated Manchesters current state of readiness and met with Sailors. The Arleigh-Burke class guided missile destroyer USS Daniel Inouye (DDG 118) made port calls to Kailua-Kona, Hawai'i from Oct. 21-24 and Lahaina, Maui from Oct. 28-31 on their trip around the Hawaiian Islands. Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, right, speaks with Lt. Cmdr. Force Electronic Materials Officer responsible for the repair . Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Richard Cho), NAVAL STATION NORFOLK (June 23, 2021) Cmdr. Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet visited Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) and Sasebo (CFAS) to engage with forward-deployed Sailors and their communities and connect with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) partners, Oct. 16-20. USFFC Commander. He . The guided-missile destroyer USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000) conducted its first in-class, live fire missile exercise, April 14, as the crew prepares for future employment opportunities. Captain Kimberley A. Walz, selected for promotion to rear admiral (lower half), will be assigned as deputy commander, Naval Surface Force, United States Atlantic Fleet, Norfolk, Virginia. Jake Ferrari, commanding officer of the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Paul Hamilton (DDG 60), renders honors to the Indian Navy Sukanya-class patrol craft INS Savitri (P53) during an exercise in the Indian Ocean. 230110-N-EC658-1044 ARLINGTON Va. (Jan. 10, 2023) Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, speaks at the Surface Navy Associations (SNA) 35th National Symposium. Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Forces released Surface Warfare: The Competitive Edge, at the Surface Navy Association National Conference, Jan 11. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Claire M. DuBois), SAN DIEGO (Oct. 28, 2022) Capt. Molly Kierstead, USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000) Unit Public Affairs Representative (UPAR), Photo By: Mass Communication 3rd Class Lily Gebauer, Naval Strike Missile Now Aboard USS Mobile (LCS 26), Surface Warfare: The Competitive Edge, at the Surface Navy, Vice Adm. Kitchener Visits USS Manchester, Photo By: Petty Officer 2nd Class Kevin C. Leitner, Photo By: Mass Communication Specialist 2n, Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Richard Cho, Photo By: Petty Officer 3rd Class Timothy Heaps, Vice Adm. Kitchener Speaks at 2021 Coronado Memorial Day Celebration, Vice Adm. Kitchener Commissions Newest NROTC San Diego Graduates, Photo By: U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kevin C. Leitner, Photo By: Petty Officer 2nd Class Joseph Millar, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, Hosted by Defense Media Activity - WEB.mil. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sawyer Connally), 220914-ZS023-1049 SAN DIEGO (Sept 14, 2022) Capt. Samuel Hardgrove), 220419-N-JX182-1068 PHILIPPINE SEA (April 19, 2022) Aviation Electronics Technician 1st Class Corie Wooldridge, from San Marcos, California, guides an MQ-8C Fire Scout, attached to the Wildcards of Helicopter Sea Combat (HSC) Squadron 23, assigned to the Independence-variant littoral combat ship USS Jackson (LCS 6), onto the flight deck aboard Jackson. America Conducts Port Visit in Osaka in Preparation for Exercise Iron Fist. Ed Rush, commanding officer of the littoral combat ship USS Manchester (LCS 14), left, during a scheduled visit to the ship. 230207-N-NH267-1345 INDIAN OCEAN (Feb. 7, 2023) U.S. Navy Cmdr. Guided-missile destroyers USS Paul Hamilton, USS Hopper, and USS Russell sail in formation during the Commander, Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific Surface Combatant Group Sail. Pete Gumataotao, from the Asia-Pacific Center for Security Studies, addresses junior officers during a junior officer training symposium. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Vance Hand), 220818-N-OA516-1198 SAN DIEGO (Aug. 18, 2022) Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, delivers the keynote address at the Surface Navy Associations (SNA) third annual Waterfront Symposium on board Naval Base San Diego, Aug. 18. Navy Vice Adm. Thomas Rowden, commander of Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, released the naval message announcing the award, which recognizes a command's ability to perform efficiently . (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication 3rd Class Issac Rodriguez/Released), Vice Adm. Kitchener Speaks at Capt. After over 33 years of service, he was retired from the Navy in August 1976 with the permanent rank of vice admiral. Naval Academy. 230131-N-YT019-0026 Amphibious transport dock ship USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26) gets underway from Sembawang, Singapore after a scheduled port call, Jan. 31, 2023. Navy Region Hawaii oversees the U.S. Navy's largest and most strategic island base in the Pacific. He was promoted to rear admiral (two-star) on 1 August 1990. Command Master Chief of Naval Surface Group Middle Pacific, Michael Kaszubowski, was reenlisted by his son, Ensign Sean Kaszubowski, the Electronic Warfare Officer aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer USS Samson (DDG 102), Jan. 4. The Independence-variant littoral combat ship (LCS) USS Mobile (LCS 26) completed installation of its Naval Strike Missile (NSM) launch module on April 8, 2022. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Sawyer Connally), 220914-ZS023-1049 SAN DIEGO (Sept 14, 2022) Capt. U.S. Navy website: U.S. Pacific Fleet 2841 Rendova Rd San Diego, CA 92155-5490 Email: Public Affairs Officer (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Allison R. Castro), 220728-N-US228-1199 SAN DIEGO (28 July 2022) Rear Adm. Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet visited Fleet Activities Yokosuka (CFAY) and Sasebo (CFAS) to engage with forward-deployed Sailors and their communities and connect with Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) partners, Oct. 16-20. The Leaders to Sea program is sponsored by Commander, Naval Surface Forces and is designed to provide influential community leaders, educators, and business and industry executives with insight into the daily operations of a Navy ship at sea. LCS is capable of supporting forward presence, maritime security, sea control, and deterrence. 210708-N-OA516-0052 (July 8, 2021) Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, speaks with Lt. Cmdr. The Navy region extends over 23,000 acres of land and water on Oahu and Kauai and serves as the host for the headquarters of seven major Navy commands, including the Commander, U.S. Pacific Fleet. 230124-N-VJ326-1176 PACIFIC OCEAN (Jan. 24, 2023) Sailors attach a pallet of ammunition to an MH-60S Sea Hawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 23 on the flight deck of amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) Jan. 24, 2023. The command was commissioned in March 1975. Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Forces and Commander, Naval Surface Force U.S. Pacific Fleet, spoke to an auditorium full of commanding officers and executive officers from Hampton Roads-area ships during a command call at Naval Station Norfolk, June 23. Senior military leaders came together to discuss the state of the Surface Force and to highlight some key topics that affect Sailors and their families during an enlisted roundtable at the 35th Annual Surface Navy Association Symposium in Arlington, Va., January 10, 2023. NAVAL BASE SAN DIEGO (Aug. 27, 2020) - Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Forces, delivered the keynote address at the Surface Navy Associations (SNA) Waterfront Symposium, Aug. 27. Naval Academy; J3 Plans Arabian Gulf branch chief, deputy executive officer to Commander, U.S. Central Command, J5 Strategic communication branch chief U.S Central Command, and as the executive assistant to the Director, Maritime Operations and training execution and certification (N71) branch chief on the staff of U.S. Fleet Forces Command. conducting integrated operations in the Eastern Pacific Ocean in support of Bud Weeks inaugurate the Mariner Skills Training Center Pacific (MSTCPAC) during a ribbon cutting ceremony. Amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7) worked with the United States Armys 16th Combat Aviation Brigade based out of Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington, and the United States Air Forces 66th Rescue Squadron, based out of Nellis Air Force Base in Las Vegas, to land both UH-60M Black Hawk, HH-60 Pave Hawk and AH-64 Apache helicopters on Tripolis flight deck, Jan. 22-26. Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, commander, Naval Surface Forces, emphasized readiness and maintaining the Surface Force Competitive Edge during his keynote remarks at the 35th Annual Surface Navy Association National Symposium in Arlington, Va., Jan. 10. 17 September 2020. MSTCPAC was dedicated to Weeks, a legendary naval officer and teacher in the Surface Warfare community with more than 40 years of experience as a Surface Warfare Officer and mariner skills instructor. 7-8, 2022, in Norfolk, Va. Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Forces, U.S. Pacific Fleet, right, give remarks during a retirement ceremony for Capt. 230210-N-YT019-1545 Sailors and Marines, assigned to amphibious transport dock ship USS John P. Murtha (LPD 26), pose for a photo after a game of football with members of the Timor-Leste Defense Force (F-FDTL) during the opening ceremony of Cooperation Afloat Readiness and Training (CARAT)/Marine Exercise (MAREX) 2023 in Dili, Feb. 10, 2023. Jason King, left, an integrated air and missile defense (IAMD) warfare tactics instructor (WTI) assigned to the Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC), gives instruction to Fire Controlman (Aegis) 2nd Class Lucas Richards, assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ramage (DDG 61), during an air-defense exercise in the ships combat information center. Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Carlos Del Toro announced today that the Ticonderoga-class guided missile cruiser formerly named USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) will be renamed USS Robert Smalls (CG 62). These Forces were designated TASK Force Thirteen. The symposium brought together joint experts and decision-makers in the military, industry, and congress to discuss how the Surface Force is a critical element of national defense and security. A native of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Ms. Jane A. Barclift graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 1983, earning a Bachelor of Science Degree in Economics and a commission in the United States Navy. The 40th annual San Francisco Fleet Week kicked-off Oct. 4 with ship arrivals bringing together the San Francisco community, Marines, Coastguardsmen and Sailors to celebrate the sea service branches of the military. Blakeslee commanded USS The Sullivans (DDG 68), which earned the Battle E and served as the Ballistic Missile Defense Commander for Carrier Strike Group EIGHT in the Arabian Gulf. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kevin C. Leitner), YOKOSUKA, Japan (Oct. 17, 2022) Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, speaks with the Chief Petty Officers' Mess aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105). Abraham Lincoln Strike Group is on a schedule deployment in the U.S. 7th Fleet area of operations to enhance interoperability through alliances and partnerships while serving as a ready-response force in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Captain Jennifer Blakeslee is a native of Marlton, New Jersey. LCS is a fast, agile, mission-focused platform designed to operate in near-shore environments, winning against 21st-century coastal threats. Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV) Carlos Del Toro announced today that the Ticonderoga-class guided missile cruiser formerly named USS Chancellorsville (CG 62) will be renamed USS Robert Smalls (CG 62). The AMPHIBIOUS Forces, U.S. Pacific Fleet consisted of Transports-Assault (APA), Cargo Vessels-Assault (AKA), Transports (AP), Cargo Vessels (AK), Civilian Manned Transports (XAP), and Cargo Vessels (XAK), Landing Ship Vehicles (LSV), Landing Ship Docks (LSD), Landing Ship Tanks (LST), Patrol and Special Craft (PCS, SC, LCC), Landing Craft (LSM, LCI(L), LCI(G), LCT(6), LCT(5), APc), Landing Boats, Training Commands, and Amphibious Operating, Repair and Training bases. What started as a quiet Sunday morning quickly turned into a week-long battle against a catastrophic fire aboard USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6). Corey Wright, the assistant operations officer aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). Executive Director. Corey Wright, the assistant operations officer aboard the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Boxer (LHD 4). CSCS prepares enlisted Sailors to operate, maintain and tactically employ sensors, weapons, communications, combat systems and deck . She mobilized to Camp Lemonier Djibouti as the Deputy Director of Security Force Assistance for Combined Joint Forces Horn of Africa. His decorations include the Defense Superior Service Medal (three awards), Legion of Merit (five awards), Defense Meritorious Service Medal, and various service and campaign awards. Blakeslee is authorized to wear the Meritorious Service Medal (two awards), the Joint Commendation Medal (two awards), the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal, the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, and various unit and campaign awards. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kevin C. Leitner), YOKOSUKA, Japan (Oct. 17, 2022) Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet, speaks with the Chief Petty Officers' Mess aboard Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Dewey (DDG 105). During fleet week, service members participate in various community service events, showcase capabilities and equipment to the community, and enjoy the hospitality of the city and its surrounding areas. Rear Adm. Dodgen is a native of Sherman, Texas, and a 1990 graduate of the University of Texas, with Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Kevin C. Leitner), 220815-N-KE597-1124 NAVAL BASE SAN DIEGO (Aug. 15, 2022) Vice Adm. Roy Kitchener, Commander, Naval Surface Forces, and retired Capt. SAN DIEGO - Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) leaders and technical experts highlighted digitization, automation, and agile software delivery as key tenants to connecting a joint future force during WEST 2023 at the San Diego Convention Center, Feb. 14-16. The Navy and Marine Corps Medal is the Navy's highest non-combat honor medal. Senator Daniel K. Inouye, visited the island of Hawaii. Warren Smith, Commanding Officer aboard Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Antietam (CG 54), left, exchanges gifts with The Honorable Toshiya Hazama, Mayor of Otaru, right, during a meeting at Otaru Town Hall. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Allison R. Castro), PHILLIPPINE SEA (June 17, 2022) Cmdr. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jacob Milham/Released), SAN DIEGO (June 10, 2021) Vice Adm. 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