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**UPDATE as of 11/10/2022 PIR vaccination is no longer required.
**UPDATE 7/29/2021** You now must be fully vaccinated in order to attend PIR:
In light of observed changes and impact of the Coronavirus Delta Variant and out of an abundance of caution for our recruits, Sailors, staff, and guests, Recruit Training Command is restricting Pass-in-Review (recruit graduation) to ONLY fully immunized guests (14-days post final COVID vaccination dose).
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Ok, this will be my final test.
I truly love talking Navy and getting people to understand it. Your sons, daughters, & spouses are my future. They will continue on, where I left off...
I have thought about this for a long time of how to say goodbye to most of you after PIR. I will be leaving N4M because I truly need to get back to helping the deppers and families on my own website, but I wanted to give you something that you will always remember as you watch your sailors graduate.
On Sept 2, 1945, the day your sailors graduate, Japan formally surrendered to the U.S. aboard the battleship USS Missouri (Mighty Mo) in Tokyo Bay.
August 1945 was among the darkest months of the war for Japan. In July, the Allies had delivered terms of Japan's surrender during a meeting among Russia, Great Britain, and the U.S. in Potsdam, Germany.
The Allies warned that if Japan did not surrender, it would face "prompt and utter destruction". Japan held on to the hope that a pending invasion of the home island would be repelled. But on Aug 6, the U.S. deployed an atomic bomb on Hiroshima; three days later Nagasaki suffered the same fate.
On Aug 14, the Japanese emperor announced that Japan would accept the Allied terms. Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz accepted the surrender for the U.S. Among those also present were Admiral William Halsey and Army General Douglas MacArthur.
The surrender brought to an end the bloodiest conflict in human history. World War 2 claimed the lives of more than 400,000 U.S. troops, including nearly 63,000 sailors.
I truly hope everyone will reflect on these troops (and expecially the sailors) that had lost their lives and the families they left behind, at the PIR. Remember, being a sailor isn't just getting through boot camp. It taking the time to live it, to learn about the history, and remembering that they are now the warriors protecting our great nation.
Every Sailor is our Sailor.
Every ship is our ship.
Every loss is our loss.
You can't live this life without walking in the shoes of each other.
So, let's show you the how the WW2 ended with Japan. It was on the USS Missouri, here is some picture:
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I'm not one to leave on a sad note:
So now, lets end this with a one final question, just to keep this fun....
Lets talk about what happen onboard the USS Missouri on July 4th 1989....
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Cher wanted to do a music video aboard a US Navy warship, USS Missouri, the Navy saw no harm. What they forgot about was Cher.
Well on July 4th 1989, the music video "If I Could Turn Back Time" was filmed on board the USS Missouri while it was stationed at the former Long Beach Naval Shipyard at Pier D. I'm actually surprised they allowed this so close after the USS Iowa turret (T2) explosion of April 19, 1989, but they did.
They monitored all parts of her making the video to ensure it promoted the Navy in a good light. What they failed to do is monitor Cher. At the last minute, prior to filming, Cher did a last minute wardrobe change. The Navy wasn't expecting it. This was right during the era of "Sexual Harassment", and this really ticked off the senior levels. All of us sailors thought it was outstanding!!! Cher barley clothed (even for Cher) and frolicking around an USS Missouri, straddling gun turret and such. Tame for today, but she was almost nude. The crew damn near went wild !!
I remember sitting on watch, reading the message traffic this caused. And how the Navy said "Never Again". Man, I could imagine what would happen to the CO if this happen in today's Navy. If it happened today, the CO would be relieve of his command.
This is what was supposed to happen: (notice how she is dressed)
This is how it went. Can you guys spot Cher?
Now the question, who is the person at frame 2:38?
A. Elijah Blue Allman
B. Chesare Elan Bono
C. Chastity Bono
D. Rob Camilletti
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Answers:
Cher's son, Elijah Blue Allman, only twelve at the time, makes an appearance in the
video, playing a guitar (he wears dark glasses and a Jimi Hendrix T-shirt). Elijah is the
son of Cher and Greg Allman, of "The Allman Brothers Band" fame.
Last comment: If you guys ever have problems understanding the Navy, or your sailor are having problems, stop by and let me know. I'm sure we can help them.
See you at PIR,
Craig
www.NavyDep.com & www.NavyFamilies.com
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Permalink Reply by lacbdave on
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Nice story Craig.
About the question the youtube links aren't posted right. I cant see the video.
*edit* nevermind I guess it was on my end. I see the vids now.
Since it wasn't working I scrolled and saw the answer already.
Sure all the ladies around here gonna miss you Craig lol -
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Permalink Reply by Lydia (For B - The Sea is Ours) on
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last test and go it right ----- imma miss you Craig
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Permalink Reply by zipsue on
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Thanks Craig! for everything..... this is all so new, so all your help has been awesome. I feel so honored to become a part of the Navy family. Thanks again
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Permalink Reply by richsmom (Div 818 PIR 9/2/10) on
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Craig YOU'RE MAKING ME CRY!! I DID GET THE LAST TEST RIGHT, BUT IT'S BITTERSWEET. I'm going to miss you .
THANK YOU FOR HELPING TO GET ME THROUGH THESE PAST 8 WEEKS. I know we have a long way to go but YOU HAVE BEEN THE GREATEST. THANK YOU AGAIN AND AGAIN!! I just may pop up on one of your sites. :o( :o) -
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Permalink Reply by Craig on
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Both sites are open to anyone.
They are just small websites since we don't get the backing of the US Navy like N4M. But we really do have a great bunch of people and lots of data. The bottomline every Navy forum website has a different atmosphere, find one that you feel comfortable with, and get the fun and information you need. You should feel proud that you are actually trying to understand your sailor's.
Just have fun, and live the joys and sorrows of your sailor... It awesome.... trust me....
GO NAVY!!!!!! Hoo-Yah.... -
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