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Naval Academy Alumni: I have a question for you. Senator Stennis is known as the “Father of the Modern Navy” for his staunch support of the Aircraft Carrier Fleet at a critical time in our history. He was also a staunch segregationist. When we published new research showing not only Senator Stennis’s record of opposing Civil Rights legislation, his fight against integration of the armed forces, and his effectiveness in blocking Black Americans from the Southern States from access to USNA nominations for almost 4 decades, I assumed three things: 1. As an Alumnus, you would be interested in learning about his segregationist history. 2. You would care and it would bother you that we have a ship named for him. 3. It would bother you enough that you would speak out for a name change. I’ll add #4 (you can PM me): I agree with all 3 but have too much to lose if I speak out. If you aren’t sure about #1, you can start here or with the attached PPT. https://lnkd.in/dBk23meh Which of my assumptions was flawed?

#IndustryDay for NUWC Newport! Learn about NUWC Departments’ strategic directions and future technical demands on Wednesday, October 16th! #NAVSEA #SmallBusinesses

1. 1 hour from America's Capital Washington, DC; 1 hour from Virginia's Capital Richmond; and 15 minutes from the largest historical downtown (350 restored buildings) of Fredericksburg, VA 2. 60% of the nation’s populous, best restaurants, top museums, and points of interest within one day’s drive 3. Military bases: Marine Base Quantico (55,000 acres), Fort A.P. Hill Training Center (75,000 acres), Fort Belvoir (home to twice as many workers as the Pentagon), and Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division (4,700 workers), within 25 miles 4. Historic battlefields: Fredericksburg, Chancellorsville, The Wilderness, and Spotsylvania - with 8,400 acres of parklands and 15,000 buries here within 15 miles 5. Interstate I-95 connects Miami, Jacksonville. Savannah, Richmond, Stafford, Washington DC, Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York, and Boston together 6. The Chesapeake Bay is the largest estuary and biggest water playground in America

Happy Black Friday! #DidYouKnow that all current U.S. Naval submarines are painted black? To celebrate Black Friday, can you answer these trivia questions about black submarines: Why are U.S. Naval submarines painted black? What is the official name of the black paint used to paint U.S. Naval submarines? What is the name of a black submarine you have served on?

Join us in 45 minutes for our encore presentation of Lessons on the Law of Armed Conflict: House of the Dragon! Register free in my post below! #houseofthedragon #gameofthrones #americanredcross #legaleducation

What are some of the advantages of wearing civilian clothes to PME? One is that students can perhaps more easily step outside of his or her military identity and think about problems from different perspectives. On the downside, it may require an investment in new clothes 😬

Looking forward to catching up with friends and colleagues at SAS next week! It's an exciting time to be in our industry with plenty of opportunities. However, the business uncertainty that comes with emerging technology adoption can be a daunting challenge for strategic planning. This is where my new firm can help! If you're interested in exploring how we can help you navigate the evolving landscape and overcome these challenges, feel free to reach out. #autonomy #unmanned #strategy

Ever wondered how modern navies are keeping pace with rapid technological advancements? I recently listened to an insightful podcast featuring a former legend of a Commanding Officer, who shared some thought-provoking considerations, podcast below. (Podcast here: https://lnkd.in/gKis-ZTT) Many western navies are currently reviewing or embarking on “Fleet Mix” studies. Why? Because the landscape of naval technology is evolving rapidly, outpacing traditional procurement and build timelines. Here are some key points to ponder: 1. Unmanned Systems: The rise of unmanned systems is reshaping naval operations. How can we leverage these technologies effectively? 2. Electronic Warfare: As threats evolve, electronic warfare capabilities become paramount. How do we integrate them seamlessly into our fleets? 3. COTS/MOTS Systems: Commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) and modified off-the-shelf (MOTS) solutions offer agility. How can we balance customisation with speed? 4. Accelerating Technological Pace: The pace of innovation is relentless. How can we adapt our strategies to keep up? 5. Procurement Challenges: Traditional procurement models struggle to keep pace. Can we streamline processes without compromising quality? 6. Workforce Challenges: Not just the sailors operating naval systems, but also the shore support and third-party vendors face unique challenges. Davie has already undertaken this approach with the conversion of CSS ASTERIX, now operated by Federal Fleet Services Inc. All of her systems are a mix of COTS and MOTS, allowing rapid changes or upgrades to be effected at the speed of relevance. Most recently: Starlink, MARSS Group NiDAR C-UAS, AGWA Vertical Farms to name just a few. What are your thoughts on integrating these technologies into naval operations? Share your insights below! 👇

Sorry Madam Vice President. You are the one who is unhinged and a threat to our Democracy. You will stop at nothing until you have achieved the power of the POTUS pen. Then, you will continue to destroy our nation with division from within. You do not possess a critical problem solving mindset. You lack knowledge, and the verbal skill set to be commander in chief. You hide from the media. You can’t even give plausable explanations to random questions unless your campaign gets those questions ahead of time and gives you time to rehearse your answer. You are as fake as a three dollar bill. You blame Trump and the republicans for your failed policies. You don’t take any accountability for your failed actions at the border which has placed all Americans at risk of higher crime statistics. We understand that you have, aspirations and dreams. So do we. You are an empty pant suit. We the people are fed up with the lefts stupid government policies, ideas and failed results that effect everyone in this nation, except the smug elites. The rest of us are hurting and barely making ends meet. Biden/Harris, you both are the worst President and Vice President in the history of this nation. Your campaign has nothing positive to run on, except a fake smile, lies and put on happy emotions. We know that the real you, off camera, is cursing and throwing things like the toddler that you are.