CONTENTSJanuary 30, 2015 Volume 26, No. 1

5Honoring MLK’s LifeLincoln celebrates a revolutionary hero in a unsuspecting way.

12 Captain’s CupLincoln’s “Fun Boss” shares her objectives for the 2015 captain’s cup season.

9Foundations of FitnessAdvice on how to properly propel yourself into a healthy new year.

6Working UpA SweatPT isn’t just about sweating, it is about getting ready for the road ahead.

FEATURED

Talking to the CrewCommanding Officer discusses bystander intervention, SAPR, and recognizes Lincoln Sailors

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Penny Press Welcome Aboard!

USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72)

Welcome back Lincoln!

On board the Lincoln we spent the first month of 2015 setting ourselves up for success. We recieved our command’s mission and vision at the all-hands call on Jan. 21 - 22. Capt. Ron Ravelo spoke to his crew of 2,300 about redelivering to the fleet a fully operational warship with trained warriors in October 2016. We also honored Martin Luther King Jr., had some fun at the Captain’s Cup and maintained our physical readiness with the continuation of command PT.

We also loaded several shipboard spaces with aqueous film forming foam and completed an integrated firefighting drill with Newport News Shipbuilding Fire Department, which increases Lincoln’s damage control capabilities.

Here in Media Department, we work hard to recognize as many of Lincoln’s Sailors as we can by giving them a chance to share their stories and their expertise. If you have a groundbreaking story for our department or an idea that you just don’t know how to express, we are always open for ideas and new content.

Thank you Lincoln nation for your support in helping us reach 100,000 followers on our Facebook page. We couldn’t have done it without your likes! Make sure to stay posted to see our latest content. Also look for Lincoln on Twitter.

To our readers both old and new, welcome aboard. We’ve worked very hard on this issue and certainly hope you enjoy reading it!

MC3 Christopher Huot,MCSA Derry Todd,Managing Editors

CORNERCMC

Now that January is coming to a close, I see Sailors getting back into the job of getting our warship ready to fight! It’s great to see your motivation as the ship starts to look more and more like a mighty aircraft carrier.

Recently, I started meeting with Lincoln’s command program managers and association presidents to discuss how we can work together on our upcoming events. In the process, we talked about my top two priorities: Train the crew and maximize participation.

Our programs and our associations have a lot of buy-in when it comes to training the crew. This year will be spent finishing spaces on the ship, butwe have to know how to operate those spaces. In addition, Lincoln’s crew has a mountain of training we have to complete to be ready to fight next year.

That includes special NEC training, department training, 3M training and damage control training.

Take advantage of training, off-duty events, and department-coordinated events. With that being said, when training is

available, every Sailor who can make it must be there in order for our ship to stay ahead. When your department schedules events away from the shop, enjoy that time, because a little variety in your work day will help you do your job better.

And, speaking of time away, start planning for our next command-wide community relations project on Friday, Feb. 27.

Before I finish, I’d like to tell you about two stellar Lincoln Sailors. ABH2 Devon Bishop and ABH3 Jessica Jusino from Lincoln’s Air Department recieved the Good Samaritan award from the City of Newport News on Jan. 8. I was honored to attend that recognition event. In case you didn’t know, these two Sailors rescued an elderly woman last July 1 from her burning house. They had spotted the smoke, drove to the scene and, after talking to bystanders, rushed into the house and rescued the woman before fire fighters arrived at the scene. Newport News officials said that Bishop and Jusino saved the elderly woman’s life with their quick

thinking that day.Bishop and Jusino are heroes,

and the city honored them as heroes. They had just finished Navy firefighting training school and instincts kicked in whenthey saw someone in trouble. They trained for situations aboard ship much like this one. They knew how to save this woman’s life. Trained people likeBishop and Jusino are heroes and great Americans. I couldn’t be prouder of them.

Stay safe, stay strong, and make good decisions Lincoln Warriors!

-CMC

This week’s uniform note: T-shirts with the Navy Working Uniform and coverall: Navy blue, cotton, quarter-length sleeve, with an elliptical (crew-neck) collar, worn right side out. Thermal underwear may be worn UNDER the T-shirt and not visible. However, the black mock turtleneck is wornover the T-shirt (Navy Uniform Regulations 3603.3 and 3603.8).

Greetings Fellow Lincoln Warriors!

Words from Command Master Chief (AW/SW) Lee Salas

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Chief Information Systems Technician Ariel Anderson on optaining four warfare pinsWe hear you have four different pins. Give us a brief description of each one ?SW- Enlisted surface warfare specialists possess a level of knowledge above and beyond the basic requirements for personnel serving in surface ratings on ship. This knowledge enables you to save the ship, shipmate, and self. AW- Most service members earning this qualification hold an enlisted rating designated in aviation or a support rating. These individuals are well versed in Naval aviation for a particular community.IDW- Enlisted Information Dominance warfare specialists have an enhanced understanding of the Navy’s information dominance necessary to increase warfighting capabilities and cyber expertise. SCW- A Seabee Combat warfare specialist insignia recognizes the

training and qualifications of members who serve in Naval Construction Force battalions and who possess the required skills to function in a combat environment.

How do you believe having these four pins helps your profession?I think my four pins have allowed me to be a well-rounded Sailor, better leader, and have a greater understanding and appreciation of the varied missions of the Navy, especially the Seabee community which I knew very little about before becoming a part of it.

What drove you getting all of these under your belt?Throughout my career, I have tried to take advantage of every opportunity available to me. Attaining all four qualifications allowed me to get a better

understanding of my job while assigned in different communities. I am fortunate that I was assigned to such diverse commands and I believe it’s important for Sailors to understand the purpose of their particular assignment.

Do you have any advice for Sailors who would like to follow in your footsteps? My advice to Sailors who would like to achieve multiple warfare qualifications (or any qualification for that matter) is to go for it as soon as possible and get it done. Not only will you enhance your level of knowledge, but you will also get a better understanding of why you do what you do every day and how it supports the “bigger picture” of the Navy.

ABRAHAMLincoln’s CrewHonors and Celebrates

Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., with

the showing of “Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., The Man and the Dream” on the Floating Accommodation Facility, Jan. 16.

Operations department worked with Abraham Lincoln’s Diversity Council to show the documentary, “Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., The Man and the Dream”.

“This gives us a chance to educate the crew on the accomplishments of Dr. King,” said Chief Operations Specialist Frank Thomas. “We can share his life with everyone, which is something Dr. King fought so hard for.”

Thomas said showing this documentary will provide the crew, particularly the younger audience, with some insight on how society treated racism in Dr. King’s era, and how it is viewed today.

“Many younger Sailors don’t realize how far we’ve come as a society in terms of racism. They haven’t experienced many of the hardships our parents and grandparents had to endure,” Thomas said. “I believe that showing “Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., The Man and the Dream” will give them more understanding.”

One major goal for Dr. King was equality, not just for African-Americans, but for all people. Thomas believes nothing embodies this more than the Navy.

“In today’s Navy, it’s amazing how diverse our shipmates are. We come

together to serve our country in many ways,” Thomas said. “The only color that matters is blue and gold.”

By holding events on the mess-decks during chow hours, Sailors are given the opportunity to participate without taking away from the workday.

“I believe showing the documentary will help others understand what african-americans were facing back then, and what one man was willing to sacrifice to make the world a better place,” said Culinary Specialist 3rd Class James Smith. “It’s an opportunity for me as an african-american to share the trials and tribulations of my culture with others.”

This is only one of many events the operations department will host for Black History Month.

“We plan to attend the trip to Washington D.C., and possibly help the mess decks with providing special meals,” Thomas said.

MLK’s LifeStory and Photo by: MC3 Jonteil Johnson

A S K T H E C H I E F

LINCOLN Gets a Jump Start on New Year’s Resolutions

With Command PT

Sailors aboard the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72)

participated in the first command wide physical training (PT) following the holiday leave period at Huntington Hall in Newport News, Va. Jan. 16.

Capt. Ronald Ravelo, Lincoln’s commanding officer, Capt. Todd Marzano, Lincoln’s executive officer and Master Chief Petty Officer Lee Salas, Lincoln’s command master chief, took part in the workout led by the Lincoln fit boss and the command fitness leaders.

Salas stressed the importance of having the command work out as one unit, especially with the

upcoming semi-annual Physical Readiness Test (PRT) around the corner.

“Getting out and exercising as a command is good for Sailors and good for leaders,” said Salas. “In addition to building camaraderie and having fun, Sailors benefit by learning different exercises and commanders can assess their Sailors’ abilities, identifying those who need more help preparing for the semi-annual physical fitness assessment.”

Training consisted of various stretches and calisthenics to warm up, followed by high intensity circuit training.

A lot of Lincoln Sailors used the opportunity to jumpstart their New Year’s resolution fitness goals.

“I try to make the most of the situation at hand,” said Personnel Specialist 3rd Class Colin R. Shomo, assigned to the Administration department. “The Fit Boss and the command fitness leaders really push us at command-wide PT and I use that time to work on the fitness goals I already set for myself this year.”

Salas is confident Lincoln Sailors will use the training program to improve their physical performance.

“Hopefully, people will use what they learned at command PT, combined with their divisional and departmental PT, to have three solid workouts a week,” Salas said. “We want a 100 percent passing rate for this year’s spring PRT.”

Story by: MC3 Ryan L. Wampler

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LINCOLN Gets a Jump Start on New Year’s Resolutions

Story by: MC3 Ryan L. Wampler

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SailorSpotlight

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By MCSA Derry Todd

Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Tonya Burton

Meet Lincolns Loudest Command Fitness Leader

Where is home?Laredo, Texas.

What’s your favorite part about your rate?My favorite part about my rate is the fact that I can provide someone with a better smile. I’m the hygienist aboard the ship so I get to see the transition from before to after. I can see somebody smile when they weren’t so quick to smile before.

What’s your least favorite part?Constant change.

How long have you been a Command Fitness Leader, and what is your favorite part?I’ve been a CFL since 2008, including previous commands. My favorite part about being a CFL is that I love to motivate. I love to scream and yell.

What do you like to do out side of work? Hobbies?Recently I spend the majority of the time I have left over after work with my family, but I also love gardening.

What is the biggest accomplishment in your navy career so far?That’s a difficult question. Every time I pick up rank, or when I picked up my FMF pin, everything I’ve accomplished throughout the Navy has been a milestone I can’t say that one is more important than another. Any significant achievement I think is important.

Do you have any New Year’s resolutions?Professionally, it’s to inspire people. That’s really want I want to do, or at least what I hope I am doing. Also to make chief, to get all the pins and PQSs that go along with that.

When the country was at odds – he reminded the nation that a house divided cannot stand! When

America wasn’t wasn’t living up to it’s full potential by systematically marginalizing an entire community – he boldly inserted an Emancipation Proclamation. When it was the norm to lie in order to achieve personal gain – he “…made a point of honor and conscience in all things to stick to his word, especially if others had been induced to act on it.” When there were threats to the principles of democracy - he said, “I appeal to you again to constantly bear in mind that not with politicians, not with Presidents, not with office-seekers, but with you is the question, “Shall the Union, shall the liberties of this country, be preserved to the latest generations?” When he was wronged and was spitefully misused – he reminded his team that, “I am a patient man – always willing to forgive on the Christian terms of repentance; and also to give ample time for repentance.”

When conventional wisdom suggested that unethical means do justify the end – he taught us that, “A man’s character is like a tree and his reputation like its shadow; the shadow is what we think of it; the tree is the real thing.” When others thought that he would merely fail under the enormous pressures affiliated with the Presidency – he encouraged us to “…always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other one thing.” When others were too uptight and stressed out – he methodically inserted humor to change the atmosphere of the moment. For he understood that, “Laughter is the joyous, beautiful, universal evergreen of life.” When he stood on the war torn soil of Gettysburg – he made a charge by saying, “…It is for us, the living, rather, to be dedicated here to the unfinished work which they who fought here have thus far so nobly advanced…” My friend, as we embark upon

the birthday of the 16th President of the United States of America, allow me to suggest to you that we still have unfinished work before us! For example, this mighty warship needs to get back into the fight! Our respective departments are looking for some game-changers. Our loving families are depending on us and this great country is expecting us to become bigger on the inside than we are on the outside. To this end, you are cordially invited to sharpen you influencing saw and to help us honor the legacy of the namesake of this ship. Our keynote speaker on 12 February will be the author of the book Lincoln of Leadership - Mr. Donald Philips. Mr. Philips’ presentation will promise to inspire, equip and instruct us to lead even when it is not popular. So as we approach his birthday, let us collectively honor his legacy by dedicating ourselves afresh to the unfished work the lays before us.

Happy Birthday USS Abraham Lincoln! The best is yet to come!

Celebrating the of

By Chaplain Moe Buford

Legacy L incoln

Fit BossChris Jacquard

Fitness is a process, where to start? When starting a fitness routine for the new year, there are some basic things you need to consider.

#1: What is your goal? Your goal is the most important part of your fitness planning, take the time to decide what you want to achieve and why. Whether it’s shedding those few extra holiday pounds, a complete new year’s resolution overhaul, improving your cardiovascular performance, or increasing you overall muscular strength, the first step on the road to fitness success is having a well defined goal. Once you have defined your fitness goal, you have to have a plan. What should your first course of action be, what should your exercise habits and routine look like?

#2: Understanding how to train effectively. There are three zones in the body that you need to address through physical exercise; the upper body, the middle/core and the lower body. When considering each zone, you have to address three basic components of muscular fitness and physical performance; muscular strength, muscular endurance, and muscular coordination. Each exercise session should include at least two zones with each of the three components being addressed.

#3: How many times a week should I work out and for how long? For beginners, or for minor enhancements for those already fit, you should exercise a minimum of three times per week for 40-50 minutes per session.Each training session should include a

cardiovascular component for muscular endurance, a weighted resistance component for muscular strength, and a flexibility component for muscular coordination. For moderate to advanced individuals, or those desiring more weight loss, you should exercise five times per week for 50-60 minutes per session. This type of training schedule is more intensive and requires higher levels of comprehension, commitment, and planning. When all else fails, start simple and grow from there. Never be afraid to ask for advice or help when planning and programming you future fitness goals. Stay Strong, stay fit, and ready to fight in 2015!

Fit to Fightfor 2015

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WarFighting FirstBystander Intervention

Captain outlines his focus in 2015 at All-hands call&

Capt. Ron Ravelo, commanding officer of Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS

Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72), held a two-day all hands call for Lincoln Sailors at Naval Station Norfolk, Jan. 21-22.

Ravelo addressed the collective 2,300 Sailors about the positive progress that Lincoln is making, as well as the evolution of every Sailor’s respective roles as they move into the final stages of refueling and complex overhaul (RCOH).

This March, Abraham Lincoln will mark its second year of its overhaul at Newport News

Shipyard with a planned completion date in October 2016. During the all-hands call, Ravelo highlighted the pride he has for his crew who are dedicated to returning Lincoln to sea.

“Every day I look forward to arriving to work and in doing so, I am encouraged by the energy, commitment and resiliency of my Sailors,” said Ravelo.

Ravelo also stressed bystander intervention as a point of importance throughout the all-hands call, and had members of the Coalition for Sailors Against Destructive

Decisions (CSADD) speak to the crew.

“You are all shipmates, whether on watch or off duty,” said Chief Fire Controlman Bethany Ross, Lincoln’s CSADD senior enlisted advisor. “The same way you wouldn’t let a shipmate walk into a dangerous area, is the way you should act when you see a shipmate pick up their keys after a night of drinking.”

Additionally, Ravelo reiterated the importance of damage control, firefighting, warfare designations and advancement exam preparation.

Ravelo also gave his Sailors words of encouragement and recognized their hard work.

“Ordinary Sailors doing extraordinary things, that’s you guys,” Ravelo said. “That’s what I see out of this group, day in and day out.”

Penny Press Photos by : MC3 Evan Parker and MCSA Derry Todd

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February is upon us, and as the Lincoln Sailors work to keep up their healthy resolutions, MWR is turning up the heat with some

healthy competition. The New Year means a new season of Captain’s Cup, starting off with Bowling, Basketball, and Dodgeball. Although Captain’s Cup is a good reason to get out and play, it’s not just all fun and games. Throughout the year, each department will be laying their skills on the line as they contend for the coveted Captain’s Cup Trophy. But when you look past the fun, and peer around the Trophy, you see what Captain’s Cup really is: an opportunity.

By encouraging this healthy competition, we are creating an atmosphere with abundant opportunities for building relationships, strengthening comradery, learning how to communicate and work together, how to be a leader, and how to follow instructions. Also, Captain’s Cup is another way for Sailors to stay active and maintain a healthy lifestyle. For many people, it gives them the chance to try something new!

Speaking of trying something new, MWR is all about getting out and trying new things! Coming up in 2015: paintball, geocaching, hiking, kayaking, Norfolk Admirals Hockey, Norfolk Tides

Baseball, Broadway shows, music festivals, Ocean Breeze Waterpark, Busch Gardens, Adventure Park Zip-lining, fun-runs, flag football, the command picnic, sailing, softball, DC Heritage Trips, Cloud9 Trampoline Park, soccer, spades tournament, rock climbing, white water rafting, apple picking, Ultimate Frisbee, backyard games tournament, golf tournaments, and much more! For more information on what’s happening in MWR visit the office room 321 on the FAF or contact the FunBoss via email: webber.brooke@cvn72.navy.mil

Fun BossBrooke Webber

Captain’s Cup: Your Opportunity to Gain Leadership

Skills, Strengthen Comradery & Maintain a Healthy Lifestyle

Captain’s Cup: BowlingStory by MCSA Brandon Davis

Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) participated

in the Captain’s Cup bowling competition at Langley Lanes at Langley Air Force Base Jan. 27. Lincoln Sailors began the four-week series of Captain’s Cup with bowling. The teams are comprised of Sailors by department and they compete for points throughout the tournament. “Captain’s cup is a good opportunity for Sailors to join together outside of work and interact,” said Brooke Webber, Lincoln’s Fun Boss and Captain’s Cup coordinator. “It’s also an opportunity to exercise teamwork, communication skills,

and leadership.” Aviation Ordnanceman 1st Class Brian Johnson appreciates the chance to participate in Captain’s Cup. “The Captain’s Cup is a huge part of camaraderie between departments on the ship that wouldn’t otherwise see each other,” Johnson said. One positive reason

for ship-wide camaraderie is to support the idea of looking out for shipmates, an idea that Chief Gunner’s Mate Brion Green believes that the Captain’s Cup plays a big role in. “Everybody always says ‘look out for your shipmates’,” Green said. “These types of events are where you meet those shipmates, and as long as the respective departments support it, the Captain’s Cup can significantly aid in building camaraderie.” Captain’s Cup bowling is scheduled to run through the month of February. For more information, check Lincoln’s MWR Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/LincolnMWR.

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Photos by MC3 Brenton Poyser

Good Samaritan Award

Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham

Lincoln (CVN 72) will be able to file their taxes for free via a self-service tax filing system starting Jan. 26. There are three Tax Assistance Centers (TACs) for the 2014 tax season, located at Naval Station Norfolk, Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek/ Fort Story and Naval Air Station Oceana.

“The great thing about this program is that it’s free,” said Lt. Allyson Breech, officer in charge of the Mid-Atlantic Tax Centers.

The self-service terminals provide eligible personnel a place to file their taxes with the assistance of certified tax preparers.

The hours of operation for all sites will be from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. The TACs will accommodate walk-ins at self-service preparation terminals on a first- come, -first- serve basis.

“We encourage all Sailors who plan on using this service to make sure they have all the required documents before coming into the centers,” Breech said.

Sailors can access their W-2’s via DFAS’s Mypay website starting Jan.

24, rather than waiting for hard copy delivery by mail. Special W2s or other tax statements are also produced for certain forms of income such as Savings Deposit Program interest or personally procured move travel reimbursement.

TACs will also provide Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) tax preparation services for customers who may be unable to use the self-service terminals due to a physical disability. VITA services are scheduled by appointment only. The VITA program will not be offered physically on board Lincoln, so personnel will have to go to the prescribed locations to use them.

“These services are not just for 1040EZ forms, but personnel will be referred to a tax specialist if they want to itemize or if they have other sources of income other than the military,” Breech said.

Sailors can also use the free tax preparation service provided through Military One Source on their personal computers. Military One Source’s tax services enable active duty and reserve service members as well as their dependents to file taxes online at no cost.

FREEResources Provide Lincoln Sailors With Convenience During Tax SeasonStory by: MC3 Ryan L. Wampler Story by: MC3 Michael Fiorillo

Search and rescue (SAR) swimmers assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft

carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) recently took advantage of training opportunities while the ship continues its Refueling and Complex Overhaul (RCOH).

Due an extended period of time in a shipyard environment, the RCOH process allows few oportunities for SAR swimmers to exercise their skills. Temporary assignments to warships that are getting underway can help facilitate necessary training.

While the USS San Antonio (LPD 17) worked to certify their ship’s surface rescue swimmer, the opportunity for two Lincoln Sailors to participate in SAR training presented itself.

“Training evolutions are great opportunities to hone our rescue skills,” said Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Matthew Young. “Any day I can get in the water is a good day in my book.”

While underway with the San Antonio, Young also made good use of his in-rate training and helped document the daily evolutions of the ship by telling the story of the crew.

“MCSN Young not only assisted the USS San Antonio in the successful completion of its their sea trials; he quickly learned his way around the entire ship,” said USS San Antonio’s Command Master Chief

Timothy Bailey, who added communication skills to capture key milestone events while on board. “His direct involvement touched families and friends of the Sailors by posting stories and pictures increasing the morale throughout the ship.”

Intelligence Specialist Seaman Eric Skibinski accompanied Young on board USS San Antonio. Training to become a Navy SAR swimmer is a four-week-long training pipeline in Jacksonville, Fla. During the course of the training, Sailors must prove they are capable of performing advanced life-saving skills during emergency situations.

“The training in Jacksonville was physically demanding and mentally taxing,” Young said. “Dealing with the daily grind of training was tough, but knowledgeable instructors and the other candidates made it enjoyable.”

Once Sailors complete SAR swimmer training, they stand ready to respond to life or death situations while their ship is out to sea.

“I’ve been swimming most of my life and it got me interested in becoming a SAR swimmer,” Young said. “Balancing my responsibilities within the media department and as a swimmer can get a little hectic at times, but it’s what I can do to help get the Lincoln back into the fight.”

Lincoln Sailor Participates in Search and Rescue

Swimmer Evolutions

Two Abraham Lincoln Sailors RecieveGood Samaritan Award

From Local Fire Department

Two Sailors assigned to the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln (CVN 72) were honored by the city of Newport News, Jan. 8, for their actions on the afternoon of July 1, 2014.

Aviation Boatswain’s Mate 2nd Class (Handling) Devon Bishop and Aviation Boatswain’s Mate 3rd Class Jessica Jusino received the annual Good Samaritan Award from the city of Newport News Fire Department for saving an elderly woman from her burning home on the 600 block of 35th Street in the city of Newport News.

“We are very honored and thankful for the recognition and award that the city of Newport News gave us,” Bishop said. “We feel in our hearts we did the right thing, and would do it again if we had to.”

Coming back from lunch, the two Sailors noticed smoke coming from a house in the area. They pulled up to the house fire and were informed that there was still a woman trapped inside. The Sailors kicked in the front and side doors. As they entered the house, they located the trapped woman and took her to safety.

“The heroic efforts of these two Sailors was outstanding and directly responsible for saving the life of the occupant of this home,” said Fire Chief Robert Alley, Newport News Fire Department. “It demonstrates the true dedication and commitment to our country and local community that these great Sailors have. The city of Newport News and the Newport News Fire Department are very thankful and grateful for their outstanding efforts.”

Bishop and Jusino hope that their actions will inspire Sailors and other people in the community to do the right thing and display courage when needed.

“If you see something happening, don’t just stand and watch,” Jusino said. “Try to make a difference and always try and do the right thing.”

Jusino and Bishop, both Sailors who plan to make a career out of the Navy, now plan to set their sights back on Abraham Lincoln and getting the warship back in the fleet.

“Our biggest goal is to make rank and get Lincoln back in the fight,” said Jusino.

Bishop added, “If you do good things and look out for others around you, good things happen.”

Story and Photos by: MC3 Brenton Poyser

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