Tag Archives: Officers

Where were you on 9/11? Veteran’s Day Speech from a Former Naval Officer

Posted on September 11, 2012 by psessum

By: Allie Proff From a speech to Cedarcrest High School Students at the Veteran’s Day Assembly, November 2004 The first article from the Armed Forces Code of Conduct states, “I am an American, fighting in the forces which guard my … Continue reading →

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Cold War, Warm Hearts

Posted on August 17, 2012 by psessum

By Sean Peters Part I – Preparations This story takes place in 1989. Internally, the Soviet Union was not in such great shape, but from the outside looking in, it was still quite formidable. I was assigned to USS Brewton … Continue reading →

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Not All Wounds Are Visible

Posted on August 16, 2012 by psessum

By Allie Proff During my time in the service, I experienced an attitude that “If you’re not bleeding, you’re not hurt.” As much as we know that’s not the case, it’s still hard for some people to admit they need … Continue reading →

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Why I Joined: From a Young Naval Officer

Posted on July 28, 2012 by psessum

By Allie Proff When I was young, I loved stories about heroes. Greek demigods, shining knights, or caped crusaders, it didn’t matter to me. I loved how strong they were; not always physically but definitely courageous in standing up and … Continue reading →

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Military Leadership part 3: Stories Out at Sea

Posted on July 17, 2012 by psessum

By: Sean Peters Date-time group: 211831Z MAR 88 Location: 2102N5 15807W1 – Pearl Harbor OPAREAS Scene 1: USS Brewton (FF 1086) operations office. ENS Peters, the Electronics Material Officer (EMO) is having a discussion his department head, LT Brown (OPS), … Continue reading →

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Military Leadership Part 2: Officer v. Enlisted

Posted on May 8, 2012 by psessum

By: Peter Sessum If I were a human resources manager and had to fill two position in a corporation, one for CEO and one for a factory shift leader and only had to choose from an Army Staff Sergeant and … Continue reading →

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