My son has earned his FISH, and is now a true Submariner, on SSBN's, U.S. Navy. We are so proud of him.
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Females on Submarines
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"Radioman"
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Cheri (L.A. FT Mom) left a comment for John
His sub group has very little activity.
Cheri (L.A. FT Mom) left a comment for John
I didn't quite figure it out what my original question was why do some do weapons training and others do not. More curious than anything else
John left a comment for Cheri (L.A. FT Mom)
I am glad you figured it out, Cheri. Glad he is doing well. Have you found the Facebook page that each of the different Submarine Groups have ? Which ever Group your son is assigned to, you should look at all the info and discussions there, if…
Cheri (L.A. FT Mom) left a comment for John
My son said the weapons training was M16's and other weapons they use on watch. He said it wasn't on base (but he wasn't leaving his base for training) So I assume the training is nearby where they come back to the base every…
John commented on Leonard's group 'Submariners'
I will call my son and ask him. There is the correct way, the wrong way, and the Navy way of doing things. For example, my son trained to be qualified on the weapons of the watch for his sub, ( pistol, shotgun, rifle ), and the Weps, (weapons…
John commented on E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's group 'Ask A Question'
My son got pinned with his Fish while underway this past February while serving on the Maryland, however he is officially on the West Virginia. They took photos of the pinning ceremony, yet "nobody knows" who has the photos. I…
John commented on Leonard's group 'Submariners'
My son in law is now the Eng on the Alaska, and needless to say, we are proud of him. Thanks for you prayers. His name is Steve. They don't get underway for awhile, yet, he will not have much time now starting this new position while in port.…
John commented on Leonard's group 'Submariners'
Drew, to answer your question regarding what the sailors can indicate about returning to port = not much. They must be very vague, and only hint at the fact they may return. " Hope to see you soon " would such a hint. My son, a Radioman,…
John replied to Glenn's discussion 'New member' in the group Submariners
Dear Sir, Thanks for your son's service. All I can share is what i learned from my Bubblehead son, an ET Third Class, "Radioman".
He told me how one guy , 99% through Sub and "A" School, etc., had his last physical before…
John commented on Leonard's group 'Submariners'
Congrats to your son! my son got his fish last february, and is on track to testing for 2nd Class, ET ! I know how proud you all are. We all should be proud of these young men putting themselves in harms' way under 1,ooo feet of water like…
John replied to E.G. - ND's Creator/Admin's discussion 'Operations Security (OPSEC)'
Yes, thank you. A very good read, and way better than the musical, ..... Thanks again.
John commented on NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim's video
God Bless You, Cora, and Red Skelton, and all your fambly, and all who love what our country was.
John left a comment for NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim
Thanks for your kind words. and say "Thanks So Much ! " to your sailor for me, will you?
Warmly, john sr.
NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim left a comment for John
Congratulations John! We are proud of him too! HOOYAH!
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Comment Wall (11 comments)
- At 11:33am on January 30, 2012,
Cheri (L.A. FT Mom) said…
His sub group has very little activity.
- At 11:32am on January 30, 2012,
Cheri (L.A. FT Mom) said…
I didn't quite figure it out what my original question was why do some do weapons training and others do not. More curious than anything else
- At 10:23am on January 30, 2012,
Cheri (L.A. FT Mom) said…
My son said the weapons training was M16's and other weapons they use on watch. He said it wasn't on base (but he wasn't leaving his base for training) So I assume the training is nearby where they come back to the base every evening.
- At 7:34pm on May 21, 2011,
NavyDads Co-Admin, Jim said…
- Congratulations John! We are proud of him too! HOOYAH!
- At 4:17pm on July 21, 2009,
Pat said… - I saw your posting above for the Sub School. I'm confused because Infornation Systems Tech school is not in Groton, CT??? It's actually taught at Corry Station in Pensacola, FL.
- At 4:14pm on July 21, 2009,
Pat said…
- John, if you ever have any questions about the IT rate, please feel free to ask.
- At 10:49pm on March 29, 2009,
tom struckman said… - john my son is still at gl tom
- At 10:48pm on March 29, 2009,
tom struckman said…
- john, sorry for my delay, from what i have heard sub school is very diff. now when you son gets to the fleet things will be busy, qual. watch stations and most inportatly ships, dolphins are earned- not given, it takes about 1 year to earn them . tom
- At 2:48pm on March 14, 2009,
Navydads co-admin (Terry) said… - John, “Welcome Aboard”. I am glad that you have joined us. I see that you have joined a group. Check out some of the other groups and some of the discussions that are going on. This site is for you to use and enjoy. We love to talk about our sailors around here and we have been known to brag on them a little. We are also here to support and encourage each other. After all we are all in this together. I have two sons and they are both in the military. My youngest joined the Air Force over 4 years ago. My oldest joined the Navy and is stationed on the USS Abraham Lincoln CVN 72. Please thank John for his service to this great country from an old Vietnam Vet. Thank you for your service to this great country as well. Thank you for raising a fine young man.
Terry
- At 9:17am on March 14, 2009,
NavyDads Admin (Paul) said… - Welcome to NavyDads John! I'm sure you'll find the site as fun and useful as I have. Explore and make some friends, add your comments to a discussion or two, read the postings in the various groups-- even start one or two. I have! If you have any questions or concerns about your sailor and what he is going through...ask! I'm sure someone here will have the answer or can point you in the right direction to find out. I'm lucky enough to have two sailors- my son Eric is on the second half of a seven-month cruise on the carrier Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71) and my daughter Kat recently returned from a seven-month cruise on the carrier Abraham Lincoln (CVN-72). And John this is a great place to brag about your sailor as well! So join in and let us know how John is doing! and thank you for your service to our great country. Best Regards- Paul
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