Vol. VIII Issue 127 November 18, 2015 U NITAS demonstrates the strength of our relationships with partner nations and our continued commitment to the South America region,” said Rear Adm. Lisa Franchetti, commander, CSG 9. “ UNITAS LANT Kicks Off in Southern Seas 2015 Story by MC2 Alex L. Smedegard Washington Strike Group and 11 partner navies that enhance interoperability and allow our personnel to gain experience in a multinational task force training environment.” While the overarching goal is to develop and test command and control of forces at sea, training in this exercise will address the spectrum of maritime operations. Specifically, there will be Sailors assigned to aircraſt carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), Carrier Strike Group NINE (CSG 9), Destroyer Squadron 23 to include USS Chafee (DDG 90) and USS McFaul (DDG 74), and embarked Carrier Air Wing TWO (CVW 2) began UNITAS Atlantic (LANT) Nov. 14, a multinational exercise in the USSOUTHCOM region. UNITAS LANT is scheduled for Nov. 14-25. Brazil will host the exercise with participation from Cameroon, Chile, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Peru, United Kingdom and United States. “is exercise provides unique training opportunities between George scenarios addressing electronic warfare, anti-air warfare and air defense, anti- submarine warfare, anti-surface warfare and maritime interdiction operations, and joint exercises with the Brazilian Air Force. “Another component of UNITAS LANT, a bi-lateral exercise between CVW 2 and the Brazilian Air Force, will increase tactical procedures and voice/ data communications interoperability and provides a venue to develop and standardize tactics, techniques and procedures (TTP) to support multinational maritime engagement,” said Lt. Dave Gardner, the operations officer of Destroyer Squadron 23. U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialst 3rd Class Paul Archer Sailor of the Day
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Vol. VIII Issue 127November 18, 2015
UNITAS demonstrates the strength of our relationships with partner nations and our continued commitment to the South America region,” said Rear Adm. Lisa Franchetti, commander, CSG 9.
“
UNITAS LANT Kicks Off in Southern Seas 2015Story by MC2 Alex L. Smedegard
Washington Strike Group and 11 partner navies that enhance interoperability and allow our personnel to gain experience in a multinational task force training environment.”
While the overarching goal is to develop and test command and control of
forces at sea, training in this exercise will address the spectrum of maritime operations. Specifically, there will be
Sailors assigned to aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73), Carrier Strike Group NINE (CSG 9), Destroyer Squadron 23 to include USS Chafee (DDG 90) and USS McFaul (DDG 74), and embarked Carrier Air Wing TWO (CVW 2) began UNITAS Atlantic (LANT) Nov. 14, a multinational exercise in the USSOUTHCOM region.
UNITAS LANT is scheduled for Nov. 14-25. Brazil will host the exercise with participation from Cameroon, Chile, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Guatemala, Honduras, Mexico, Peru, United Kingdom and United States.
“This exercise provides unique training opportunities between George
scenarios addressing electronic warfare, anti-air warfare and air defense, anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface warfare and maritime interdiction operations, and joint exercises with the Brazilian Air Force.
“Another component of UNITAS LANT, a bi-lateral exercise between CVW 2 and the Brazilian Air Force, will increase tactical procedures and voice/data communications interoperability and provides a venue to develop and standardize tactics, techniques and procedures (TTP) to support multinational maritime engagement,” said Lt. Dave Gardner, the operations officer of Destroyer Squadron 23.
U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialst 3rd Class Paul Archer
Sailor of the Day
November 18, 2015
Sailors and goats from every era since cameras made their way on ships in the 19th century.
Goats have shipped out on warships dating back to the days before r e f r i g e r a t i o n when Sailors needed livestock
on ships for milk and meat. The
sure-footed quadrupeds were the ideal candidates for seagoing life. Smaller and easier to feed and clean up than a cow, and they’re first-class swimmers.
Type “goat” into the search bar on Naval History and Heritage Command’s website and prepare to graze on new information. The archives are stocked with images of
As better food preservation and storage technology came into the fleet, the need for goats on ships abated, leaving only the need for furry morale boosters. By 1893, the goat had become the de facto symbol of the U.S. Navy when it was adopted as the U.S. Naval Academy’s mascot, according to the academy’s website.
Bill the Goat, a full-scale goat, lives on a farm near Annapolis and is cared for by a volunteer group of midshipmen. The USNA mascot is actually two goats, Bill XXXIII and Bill XXXIV, as the Navy believes in building redundancies into any system.
Master Chief Charlie, the pygmy goat adopted by the Lake Erie, is rumored to be grazing on an undisclosed San Diego farm; he’s been disinvited from mascot activities by Rear Adm. Dee Mewbourne, the former head of Carrier Strike Group 11.
No word has emerged on Charlie’s retirement grade determination or the nature of his discharge from active duty.
Goats on Boats: A U.S. Navy TraditionNAVY TIMES
Sailors ride an MH-60S Seahawk, assigned to the “Black Knights” of Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron (HSC) 4, as it prepares to land aboard aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN73). (U.S. Photo by Mass Communcation Specialist 3rd Class Jonathan Nelson)
Photo of the Day
A century ago, Sailors washed their battleship’s mascot while Marines looked on. (Photo: Naval History and Heritage Command)
Charlie may have been good for morale, he had become a b-a-a-a-d distraction, Mewbourne decided, and imposed a ban on pets and live mascots across his carrier strike group.
ceramics can be found at handicraft shops and markets in the southern cities of Rio and Sao Paulo as well. In rural parts of Brazil, chickens are a common theme for ceramics, while in the north, cute cows draped in red, green, yellow, blue, or white are common—these represent the tradition of the Bumba de Boi festival. 3. Cachaça
Cachaça (pronounced kah-SHAH-sah) is Brazil’s traditional alcohol made from sugarcane. It’s been made there since the time when sugarcane plantations were worked by slaves. A bottle of good cachaça can make a nice souvenir if you like cocktails and want real Brazilian alcohol to make caipirinhas back home. 4. Soapstone
Soapstone carvings are a common item found in souvenir shops around the country, but they originate from the historic state of Minas Gerais. In towns like Ouro Preto, you can watch market vendors carve soapstone, which they do by repeatedly chipping away at the soft stone with a tiny pick ax. Typical soapstone souvenirs include intricately carved boxes, candlesticks, and
Brazil is a beautiful country apparent not just in its natural beauty but also its colorful art and folklore. Its vibrant culture of music, art, and crafts means there are plenty of interesting choices for souvenirs, especially if you know where to look. 1. Musical Instruments
Brazil is a country of music. While Samba is the country’s best known music tradition, you’ll come across many more on your travels, from percussion bands like Olodum to capoeira music that accompanies outdoor capoeira gatherings. As you’ll notice, Brazilians take pride in the music and the instruments, and beautifully made musical instruments are available to buy for a range of prices.
2. Ceramics
Ceramics are part of Brazilian folklore, and as a result, just about every region you visit has typical ceramics that make perfect souvenirs. In Minas Gerais, look for colorful busts of women that sit on windowsills—these represent single ladies waiting for a suitor. In Bahia, look for beautifully painted Bahiana statues that depict the colorful clothing worn by the people of Bahia. In fact, these
medallions, usually for a very low price. 5.Divino de Espirito
These carvings of doves, which range in size from just a few inches to several feet, are very common in certain parts of the country, especially in Minas Gerais. They represent the Holy Spirit and are meant to be displayed over a doorway to bring good luck and protection. The ones made by small artisans can be expensive, but if you’re in Minas Gerais, especially Tiradentes, you should be able to find a beautiful dove for less than 40 reais.
6. Other arts and crafts
Brazil’s diversity means there is a huge variety of art and crafts to choose from. One sure bet is FUNAI shops, the government agency for Brazil’s indigenous groups. Look for outdoor “hippie” markets, called “feirinhas hippies,” which are usually held on weekends. Here you can find a variety of fun items, often sold by the artisans themselves, including wood carvings, hand woven bags and clothing, ceramics, a variety of crafts made from recycled materials, and paintings.
7. Coffee
Brazil is the world’s largest exporter of coffee, and good quality Brazilian coffee can be found everywhere. Even the store bought commercial brands are good, but look for coffee from smaller brands, especially those sold in the hills of Sao Paulo state and Minas Gerais, where the highest quality and best known coffee is from.
Seven Souvenirs to Bring Home from BrazilABOUTTRAVEL.COM
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