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Link to Navy Speak - Navy Terms & Acronyms: Navy Speak
All Hands Magazine's full length documentary "Making a Sailor": This video follows four recruits through Boot Camp in the spring of 2018 who were assigned to DIV 229, an integrated division, which had PIR on 05/25/2018.
Boot Camp: Making a Sailor (Full Length Documentary - 2018)
Boot Camp: Behind the Scenes at RTC
...and visit Navy.com - America's Navy and Navy.mil also Navy Live - The Official Blog of the Navy to learn more.
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Follow this link for OPSEC Guidelines:
Events
**UPDATE 4/26/2022** Effective with the May 6, 2022 PIR 4 guests will be allowed. Still must be fully vaccinated to attend.
**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).
FOLLOW THIS LINK FOR UP TO DATE INFO:
**UPDATE 8/25/2022 - MASK MANDATE IS LIFTED. Vaccinations still required.
**UPDATE 11/10/22 PIR - Vaccinations no longer required.
RESUMING LIVE PIR - 8/13/2021
Please note! Changes to this guide happened in October 2017. Tickets are now issued for all guests, and all guests must have a ticket to enter base. A separate parking pass is no longer needed to drive on to base for parking.
Please see changes to attending PIR in the PAGES column. The PAGES are located under the member icons on the right side.
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Getting through phase one
I want to express my feelings but there is so much going on right now and I want to honor my son when my mind is a bit clearer. My son, Matthew James Bergman, will forever be the beat of my heart and my reason to believe in everything that is good and honorable. I hope everyone will bear with me as we endure his loss and I appreciate everyone who is offering support in this great time of need.
God Bless,
Melody Paxton
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Comment by Sandy's_sailor son on August 3, 2011 at 1:06pm
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I can not even express how sorry I am about the loss of your son Matt. You and your family our in our prayers.
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Comment by jbird on August 3, 2011 at 1:10pm
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Dar Navy mom 777 and family,
My heart is heavy for you, sending love and prayers your way. He is enjoying living water now and forever...
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Comment by hurleyl8dyShip6Div943PIR9/10/10 on August 3, 2011 at 1:14pm
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There are no words to describe the pain you, Melody, and the ones who knew and love Matt are feeling. I will be praying a Rosary during the FB prayer Vigil. He will not be forgotten.
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Comment by Cindylaine (MN Mom) on August 3, 2011 at 1:16pm
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My deepest sympathy and prayers for you and your family.
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Comment by KathyMmom on August 3, 2011 at 1:19pm
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My heart aches for you. You are in our thoughts and prayers daily, and I hope you know that thousands of people across the world are standing in support of you with love. Hugs to you Melody and to all of your family. The N4M family of moms are here and lifting you up in our support. As AJ said - celebrating your Hero and beloved son Matt.
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Comment by sailormom#1 on August 3, 2011 at 1:29pm
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You and your family have been in my prayers daily. Thank you so much for your sons service. I am so sorry. God Bless you!
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Comment by mominPA on August 3, 2011 at 1:30pm
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I am so very sorry for your loss, Melody...sounds like a truly wonderful son & person. I cannot imagine the pain you & your family are going through. Please know that we are all standing with you & sending you our love, strength, & comfort. My prayers are with your son, you, & your family. Matthew will not be forgotten, we will honor him!! God Bless you.
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Comment by Mar ProudSailorMom on August 3, 2011 at 1:36pm
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I know as parents we never expect to have to say good-bye to our children. You are in my thoughts and prayers - and I am asking others to pray for you and your family as well. I will be hoping that the wonderful memories you have of your beautiful son will give you peace and strength as you get through the days ahead. HE IS A HERO
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Comment by Erinaday (Ship 13 DIV 265) on August 3, 2011 at 1:37pm
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Oh, my heart aches for you and your family. I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers. Your husband's tribute to your son is so wonderful and the faith that shines through is truly humbling. My the Lord bring you peace. God bless you.
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Comment by navygrams on August 3, 2011 at 1:42pm
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Melody, My prayers have been going up since I first heard of the search going on for your Son. My heart aches for you and I cannot even begin to imagine your pain. Please know you will 4ever be in my prayers now Praying for His comofrt peace and strength for you...
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