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2. KP Chesapeake Holiday Jazz Brunch 120813 Speaker - Acting MARAD Administrator Jaenichen
USMMA KP Alumni - Chesapeake Chapter, Inc.
Charter Member Chapter
KP Chesapeake
Holiday Jazz Brunch
Sunday December 8, 2013 11:30AM to 2:00PM
“Let it snow, let it snow…”! Members and guests of the USMMA KP Alumni – Chesapeake Chapter were undeterred by the
snow-fall as they joined together for our annual celebration of the Christmas Holiday Season.
Our Fifth Annual Holiday Jazz Brunch was held at t the Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel by Marriott, 202 E. Pratt
Street, Baltimore, MD 21202, (410) 547-1200. Our party had reserved Private Dining in 5th Floor Federal Hill Room,
overlooking the scenic Baltimore Inner Harbor! Our Breakfast Buffet was served in the Watertable Restaurant.
Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel by Marriott, 202 E. Pratt
Street, Baltimore, MD 21202, (410) 547-1200 Hotel. The Historic USS
Constellation in the foreground!
A picturesque view of the SNOW covered Baltimore Inner Harbor, and the
masts of the Historic USS Constellation, taken from the Renaissance Hotel
5th Floor, Watertable Restaurant, Federal Hill Room Sunday 120813.
Our attendees enjoyed the ever-popular music of Bill O'Connor Jazz Trio
“Tunes & Toons” featuring pianist Keith
Gibson! As a special treat, Jessica Gibson provided an outstanding vocal guest performance with the Trio. Jessica works as a
stage performer / singer for Carnival Cruise Line!
Our Holiday Jazz Brunch featured an abundant selection of savory breakfast dishes pleasing to all palettes! Our menu included
omelets and waffles made to order, eggs to order, breakfast meats including bacon, sausage, turkey bacon, and chicken/apple
sausage, breakfast potatoes, lox with the fixings, hot & cold cereals, freshly prepared pastries, bagels, toast, assorted yogurts and
fresh fruit. Breakfast beverages included juice, coffee and tea. A Cash Bar was available.
The elegantly appointed Watertable Restaurant, and the Federal Hill Room, featured a Holiday décor. This festive up-scale
ambiance is further enhanced by the breathtaking, panoramic view of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor Skyline. We encouraged our party
attendees to take a stroll along the waterfront and Inner Harbor Pavilions after our meal to enjoy the festive Holiday atmosphere!
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(L to R) Renaissance Omelet Chef prepares Maryland Crab meat omlete for
Paul N. “Chip” Jaenichen SR – Acting Maritime Administrator
Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel by Marriott festively decorated for
the Christmas Holiday Season!
The elegantly appointed Watertable Restaurant, and the Federal Hill Room,
featured a Holiday décor.
(L to R) Leslie Sumner, Nancy O’Connor, Gary G. Hicks (KP ’76) –
President, KP Chesapeake Chapter & Chairman, USMMA KP Alumni –
Chapter Presidents Alliance, Alice Jaworski, Joanne R. Hicks ‘A – KP
Chesapeake Membership Chairman, and Joyce O’Connor
Speaker: Paul “Chip” N. Jaenichen, Sr.
Acting Maritime Administrator
We were pleased to have Chip Jaenichen serve as our guest speaker. Chip has been nominated by President Obama to be the
new Maritime Administrator. He has served since June 4, 2013 as Acting Maritime Administrator.
Chairman John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV convened the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
nominations hearing on Thursday, November 21, 2013, at 2:30 p.m., in Washington, D.C.
The hearing was webcast live via the Senate Commerce Committee website
(http://www.commerce.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?p=Home).
The Majority Statement was made by Senator John D. (Jay) Rockefeller IV – Chairman, U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce,
Science, and Transportation, and the Minority Statement was made by Senator John R Thune - Ranking Member, U.S. Senate
Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
Witness Paul “Chip” N. Jaenichen, Sr., to be Administrator of the Maritime Administration, U.S. Department of Transportation,
provided the following Testimony:
http://www.commerce.senate.gov/public/?a=Files.Serve&File_id=c2750291-f9fb-4070-9166-a0e31e01202d
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Speaker Jaenichen Presentation Summary - KP Chesapeake Holiday Jazz Brunch, Sunday December 8, 2013
- DOT, MARAD, and USMMA Budget
The U.S. Government is operating by the financial authority of the Continuing Resolution, as we await an approved Budget.
Mandated Sequestration requires a 5-6% cut to the Academy Budget appropriation. The USMMA Budget requested is
approximately $ 81 Million, which includes $ 14 Million for the Capital Improvement Project (CIP)… less 5% per Sequestration.
- The Maritime Security Program (MSP) is currently “Fully Funded” as of October 16, 2013
as Posted: SEAPOWER Magazine… the official publication of the NAVY LEAGUE, 2300 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 200, Arlington,
VA 22201-5424, October 18, 2013 11:00 AM http://www.seapowermagazine.org/stories/20131018-msp.html
Government Funding Measure Preserves Maritime Security Program Fleet
Excerpted… The bill to reopen the government and avoid default also has restored needed funding for the Maritime Security
Program (MSP). Under the bill, which was signed into law by President Barack Obama Oct. 16, (2013) MSP funding is preserved
at a level sufficient to preserve MSP’s entire 60-ship flag fleet.
Without these revenues, four ships were expected to be immediately removed from the fleet, according to an Oct. 17 release from
the office of U.S. Rep. John Garamendi, D-Calif., the ranking member of the House Transportation and Infrastructure
subcommittee on coast guard and maritime transportation.
The MSP is run by the Maritime Administration (MARAD) and maintains a modern U.S.-flag fleet that provides access to vessels
and vessel capacity, as well as a global, intermodal transportation network. The fleet costs $186 million, or $3.1 million per ship, to
operate for the fiscal year.
“The government shutdown was incredibly destructive to our economy, disrupting the lives of millions of Americans and shaking
investor confidence. Our economy lost $24 billion during this pointless and preventable 16-day crisis,” Garamendi said. “However,
there was a sliver of good news. The bill we voted on reinstates enough Maritime Security Program funding to preserve MSP’s
entire 60-ship flag fleet. Our service members in conflict zones abroad depend on this fleet; it is money well spent.”
Garamendi has advocated for increased funding for the MSP in meetings with the Office of Management and Budget, MARAD
and other members of Congress.
The MSP program is a critical component of America’s sealift capability. During the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, MSP vessels
carried 95 percent of the military’s waterborne cargoes. The U.S. Transportation Command has estimated that it would cost the
United States $13 billion to replicate the MSP fleet and an additional $52 billion to replicate the intermodal system built,
maintained and continuously upgraded by MSP participants, according to Garamendi’s release.
About the Maritime Security Program (MSP)
http://www.marad.dot.gov/ships_shipping_landing_page/national_security/maritime_security_program/maritime_security_program.htm
On October 8, 1996, the President signed the Maritime Security Act of 1996 establishing the Maritime Security Program (MSP) for
Fiscal Years (FY) 1996 through 2005. On November 24, 2003, the President signed the National Defense Authorization Act for
Fiscal Year 2004, which contained the Maritime Security Act of 2003 (MSA 2003) reauthorizing the MSP for FY 2006 through FY
2015. The MSP final rule which implements MSA 2003 is published at 70 Federal Register 55581-55597, September 22, 2005.
The MSA 2003 requires that the Secretary of Transportation, in consultation with the Secretary of Defense, to establish a fleet of
active, commercially viable, militarily useful, privately-owned vessels to meet national defense and other security requirements.
MSA 2003 authorizes $156 million annually for FYs 2006, 2007, and 2008; $174 million annually for FYs 2009, 2010, and 2011;
and $186 million annually for FYs 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015 to support the operation of 60 U.S.-flag vessels in the foreign
commerce of the United States. Participating operators are required to make their ships and commercial transportation resources
available upon request by the Secretary of Defense during times of war or national emergency.
The MSP maintains a modern U.S.-flag fleet providing military access to vessels and vessel capacity, as well as a total global,
intermodal transportation network. This network includes not only vessels, but logistics management services, infrastructure,
terminals facilities and U.S. citizen merchant mariners to crew the government owned/controlled and commercial fleets .
Government Shutdown in October 2013 19 days
- MARAD Ship Disposal Program
As of November 11, 2013 the 200th Vessel of the National Defense Reserve Fleet (NDRF) has been contracted for scraping.
About the MARAD Ship Disposal Program
http://www.marad.dot.gov/ships_shipping_landing_page/ship_disposal_program/Ship_Disposal_Program.htm
The Maritime Administration maintains the National Defense Reserve Fleet as a reserve of ships for defense and national
emergencies. There are three fleet sites: the James River Reserve Fleet at Fort Eustis, Va.; the Beaumont Reserve Fleet in
Beaumont, Texas; and the Suisun Bay Reserve Fleet at Benicia, Calif. When ships are no longer considered useful for defense or
aid missions, the Maritime Administration arranges for their responsible disposal.
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The Federal Property and Administrative Service Act of 1949 the Maritime Administration serves as the U.S. Government’s
disposal agent for merchant type vessels of 1,500 gross tons or more. Until 2001 the primary method of disposal for obsolete
NDRF vessels was vessel sales through competitive sealed bidding.
In 2001 Congress passed the Floyd D. Spence National Defense Authorization Act (the DOD Authorization Act, FY 2001), which
authorized the Maritime Administration to use appropriated funds for the procurement of ship dismantling and recycling services.
Since then the Maritime Administration’s Ship Disposal Program has utilized vessel sales and ship recycling services as the
primary means to dispose of obsolete NDRF vessels. The Program has included artificial reefing, ship donation and SINKEX
(sink at-sea live-fire training exercise) as additional vessel disposal options.
The resultant funds $$ from the MARAD Ship Disposal Program is provided to MARAD for the following uses:
-- 50 percent for the upgrade of additional Ready Reserve Force Vessels
-- 25 percent for maritime heritage use, such as improved exhibits at the American Merchant Marine Museum at Kings Point.
About the American Merchant Marine Museum
The mission of the American Merchant Marine Museum is to educate and inform visitors about the American merchant marine, in an organized
learning center for both the regiment, and the public at large, to promote public interest and understanding of our nation's merchant marine and
to collect, preserve and exhibit historic al items that exemplify our nation's rich seafaring heritage.
http://www.usmma.edu/museum
-- 25 percent for maritime training, including education, programs at the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Academy training
vessels, fuel, etc.
- Training Vessel KINGS POINTER Update
The T/V KINGS POINTER upgrade was completed at the shipyard in Jacksonville, FL in November, 2013. She is now lay-berthed
at Ft Eustis, VA. The vessel will take its rightful position at the Academy Malloy Pier, once the pier upgrade is completed in
March, 2014. A celebration event is currently being planned, to be held in Washington, D.C. or the Port of Baltimore.
Please note the recent Academy Media Advisory Attribution: USMMA Website – www.usmma.edu ACADEMY COMMUNICATIONS http://www.usmma.edu/communications
Media Advisory: December 6, 2013, Department of External Affairs, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
http://www.usmma.edu/about/communications/usmma%E2%80%99s-newest-training-vessel-completes-first-training-cruise
KINGS POINT, N.Y. – Last month the United States Merchant Marine Academy’s (USMMA) newest training vessel, the T/V Kings
Pointer, made her maiden voyage from Jacksonville, FL to Ft. Eustis, VA. The vessel was fully crewed by professional mariners
plus a group of cadets earning sea days toward their United States Coast Guard (USCG) licenses. These midshipmen are the first
“Kings Pointers” to obtain sea days during the vessel’s first dedicated training mission. “We are very pleased to offer our
midshipmen an introduction to dynamic positioning (DP) as part of their Sea Year experience,” said Rear Admiral James A. Helis.
“Time spent aboard the Kings Pointer will complement and enhance the overall experience that every Kings Point cadet receives
during their 300 or more days aboard commercial and military vessels.”
- Academy Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Progress
-- Cleveland Hall renovation is complete, and fully occupied
-- Delano Hall Dining Facility work continues, while meal serve remains fully functioning
-- Mallory Pier construction is forecast to be completed by March 2014
Please note the recent Academy Media Advisory Attribution: USMMA Website – www.usmma.edu ACADEMY COMMUNICATIONS http://www.usmma.edu/communications
Media Advisory: November 25, 2013, Department of External Affairs, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
http://www.usmma.edu/about/facilities/construction-updates
Progress in our Capital Improvement Program
November 25, 2013. Mallory Pier continues to make significant progress and will be ready when the T/V Kings Pointer returns in
the spring. The Academy’s newest training vessel left Florida last weekend and arrived at the James River. This was the first of
many training voyages before she arrives at her home port in Kings Point.
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Editorial Note: RE: Campus Capital Improvements – Overview Updated: Friday, June 7, 2013
The new pier will have a maximum draft of 12 ft. and will accommodate the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy's Training Vessels
including the TV Kings Pointer and TV Liberator, U.S. Coast Guard vessels from Station Kings Point, and other visiting
government, military and educational vessels. The entire project is coming in at about $1 million under the estimated cost at $12.5
million and is expected to be completed by the summer of 2014.
http://www.usmma.edu/about/leadership/campus-capital-improvements
- Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER)
-- Transportation Infrastructure Projects funded include 33 Port Upgrade Projects
About TIGER
Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery (TIGER) is a supplementary discretionary grant program included in
the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. The legislation provides $1.5 billion for a National Surface Transportation
System through September 30, 2011, "to be awarded on a competitive basis for capital investments in surface transportation
projects". TIGER IV (2012) - The fourth round of TIGER funding—close to $500 million—went to 47 transportation projects in 34
states and the District of Columbia. For fiscal year 2012, Democratic districts won projects that concern ports, multimodal
transport, and freight rail transport; receiving 24% of total funds, rural areas also performed strongly.
Ref: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transportation_Investment_Generating_Economic_Recovery
- Panama Canal Expansion Project – U.S. Deepwater Ports Preparation
Acting Maritime Administrator Paul “Chip” Jaenichen and Vice President Joe Biden visited Panama on November 18-19, 2013 to
see how the massive Panama Canal expansion project was progressing.
Please note the following press release regarding the impact of the Canal Expansion on U.S. Trade
U.S. DOT Releases Study on Impacts of Panama Canal Expansion
Attribution: The Maritime Executive, November 25, 2013 By MarEx
http://www.maritime-executive.com/article/US-DOT-Releases-Study-on-Impacts-of-Panama-Canal-Expansion-2013-11-25/
New Study Sets Course for American Port Improvements
The Panama Canal Expansion Study can be found HERE.
(http://www.marad.dot.gov/documents/Panama_Canal_Phase_I_Report_-_20Nov2013.pdf)
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration (MARAD) released a study on shipping patterns and industry
costs that will help the United States prepare for the anticipated impact on its ports, waterways and intermodal freight systems
from the Panama Canal expansion. The expansion of the Panama Canal, scheduled for completion in 2015, will give much larger
vessels, called “Post Panamax” vessels, greater access to the U.S. ports on the East and Gulf coasts.
“America’s ports keep our economy moving,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx. “This study can serve as a
compass to guide our port investments in the Post Panamax world so our nation’s ports can accommodate larger vessels and
help maintain our global competitiveness.”
The Panama Canal Expansion Study, the first of a two-part study, found the integration of Post-Panamax vessels into U.S. trade
lanes will have substantial implications for the nation’s shippers, ports and surface freight corridors, particularly along the East
Coast, Gulf Coast and inland states located east of the Mississippi River. In addition, more cost-effective service generated by the
larger vessels could improve the ability of some U.S. exports, like grain, coal, petroleum products and liquefied natural gas, to
compete in global markets. In addition, the report noted that shifts in shipping patterns impacting the national transportation
system will occur slowly and over time.
“Preparation is the key, and we’re already seeing it,” said Acting Maritime Administrator Paul “Chip” Jaenichen. “Increased cargo
means expanded capacity, and forward-looking ports are deepening their harbors and improving their intermodal connections,
often with the help of the Obama Administration’s programs, such as the competitive TIGER (Transportation Investment
Generating Economic Recovery) Grant program.”
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Infrastructure investment and the development of the nation’s ports and waterways have been among President Obama’s top
priorities since the first day of his Administration and are major components of his proposal to support middle class jobs. Since
2009, the Obama Administration has directly invested more than $400 million in infrastructure projects at 33 U.S. ports in 22
different states through the TIGER program alone, all to improve the condition, efficiency and capacity of the nation’s ports,
including roads, rail and waterside corridors that connect them with producers and consumers.
Some anticipated infrastructure development needs are currently being met as part of the Obama Administration’s “We Can’t
Wait” economic initiative, which expedites the permitting and review process for regionally significant infrastructure projects. To
date, the Administration has expedited seven infrastructure projects to help modernize and expand five major U.S. ports, including
the Port of Jacksonville, the Port of Miami, the Port of Savannah, the Port of New York and New Jersey and the Port of
Charleston.
- MARAD National Maritime Strategy Symposium January 14-16, 2014
Chip discussed the upcoming symposium, and the impact of a coherent strategy upon U.S. trade and workforce opportunities.
National Maritime Strategy Symposium. The Maritime Administration (MARAD) will publish a Federal Register Notice on Oct.
28 inviting the public and other Marine Transportation System stakeholders to participate in a discussion intended to develop a
robust national maritime strategy. The purpose of this public meeting is to gather ideas for improving, expanding and
strengthening key aspects of the marine transportation system. The notice also requests speaker and topic proposals for the
public meeting’s agenda. This public meeting will take place from 9:00a.m. to 4:30p.m. daily, January 14 through January 16,
2014. The pre-publication version of the notice can be found at https://federalregister.gov/a/2013-25396 and will be open for
agenda topics, comments and ideas from Oct. 28 until November 29, 2013. Kim Strong – Tel: 202-366-5807
Ref: http://www.marad.dot.gov/news_room_landing_page/news_releases_summary/news_release/DOT_88-13.htm
- MARAD Ship M/V Cape Ray (T-AKR 9679) – Syrian WMD Disposal
The M/V Cape Ray, a MARAD RRF Ship (Roll On – Roll Off) RORO is being employed by DOD & DOT for the purpose of Syrian
WMD disposal. They will employ a Hydrolosis Process to “neutralize” the chemiocal agents. The ship is being crewed by MEBA
& SIU. DOD will provide 100 personnel involved in the disposal processes. The U.S. Navy – Military Sealift Command (MSC) is
the vessel operator, and Keystone Shipping is the contract operator.
Please note a recent press release providing additional public release details –
Pentagon prepares to destroy Syrian chemical weapons on US ship
Attribution: Published December 05, 2013 FoxNews.com, By Justin Fishel
http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2013/12/05/pentagon-prepares-to-destroy-syrian-chemical-weapons-on-usship/?intcmp=latestnews
The operation would be part of an agreement struck in September by Syria, the U.S. and Russia to eliminate Syria's deadly
chemical weapons stockpile by mid-2014. The U.S. is still waiting on the Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons,
the international group leading the destruction efforts, to formally approve the U.S. mission.
U.S. defense officials who briefed reporters at the Pentagon Thursday morning say the Motor Vessel Cape Ray, a ship owned
by the Department of Transportation, is currently being outfitted in Norfolk, Va., with a Field Deployable Hydrolysis System,
designed to dilute the chemical weapons stockpile.
These officials, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, say the FDHS was designed to be portable and will be tested at sea for
the first time later this month, only weeks before it's planning to embark.
Despite the limited time allowed for testing these officials say they are "comfortable" with the system, which has been successfully
tested on land at the Aberdeen Proving Ground in Maryland.
The system can fit into two standard-sized shipping containers and works by mixing the chemicals with water and bleach, and
storing that inert waste on board. All cleansing operations will happen below deck and according to these officials "absolutely
nothing will be dumped at sea."
Syria has hundreds of tons of so-called "priority one" chemicals weapons, mostly comprising the nerve agents mustard and sarin
as well as their component parts. "Priority two" chemicals will be removed by other international partners.
The plan, these official say, is to have a third party, most likely the Norwegians, remove the stockpiles from Syria and meet the
Cape Ray at a location outside Syria to transfer the material. It has not yet been decided where that meeting will take place, or
where the Cape Ray will be when it begins the process of destroying the weapons.
The Cape Ray will be outfitted with about 100 U.S. personnel, mostly DoD civilians and contractors, including some security.
These officials emphasized that at no point with the Cape Ray enter a Syrian port.
Editorial Note:
MV Cape Ray (T-AKR 9679) - formerly SAUDI MAKKAH, formerly SEASPEED ASIA –
Attribution: http://navysite.de/akr/akr9679.htm
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In conclusion, we thank Acting Maritime Administrator Jaenichen for an outstanding presentation. We appreciate his outreach to
our Kings Point Alumni, and for keeping us well informed of the issues regarding the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and the U.S.
Merchant Marine!
Enjoy our event slide show!
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About our speaker…
Paul N. Jaenichen, Sr
Acting Maritime Administrator
On June 4, Deputy Maritime Administrator Paul “Chip” Jaenichen was named Acting Maritime Administrator. He will serve in this
role until the appointment and confirmation of a new Maritime Administrator. Acting Maritime Administrator Jaenichen has been
with the U.S. Department of Transportation, Maritime Administration since July 2012 when he was appointed Deputy Maritime
Administrator by President Obama.
Captain Jaenichen was a career naval officer, retiring after serving 30 years as nuclear trained Submarine Officer in the U.S.
Navy. His final assignment was as Deputy Chief of Legislative Affairs for the Department of the Navy from October 2010 to April
2012. He served as Commanding Officer of USS ALBANY (SSN 753) from September 1999 to June 2002 and as Commander,
Submarine Squadron ELEVEN in San Diego, California from April 2007 to September 2008. His shore tours included assignments
as Director, Submarine/Nuclear Officer Distribution where he was responsible for career progression and assignment of over 5200
officers; as Officer-in-Charge of Moored Training Ship 635, one of two nuclear powered training platforms in Charleston, South
Carolina, where he was responsible for initial operational training and qualification of over 1200 officer and enlisted operators
annually; and as Chief, European and North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Policy Division on the Joint Staff where he was
responsible for military-to-military engagement on security cooperation and involvement in coalition operations with all 26 NATO
member nations.
Captain Jaenichen's hometown is Brandenburg, Kentucky. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Ocean Engineering from the
United States Naval Academy and a Masters in Engineering Management from Old Dominion University. His personal military
awards include the Defense Superior Service Medal, Legion of Merit (four awards), Meritorious Service Medal (three awards),
Navy-Marine Corps Commendation Medal (five awards) and the Navy-Marine Corps Achievement Medal (two awards). He lives in
Bowie, MD with his wife, Paula Auclair Jaenichen, who is a National Board Certified teacher.
Attribution: USDOT MARAD - About Us > Office of the Administrator > Key Personnel
http://www.marad.dot.gov/about_us_landing_page/administrators_office_home/key_personnel/deputy_administrators_bio/deputy_marad_administrator_bio.htm
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(L to R) Ray Jaworski, Bill O’Connor, and Nancy O’Connor
(L to R) Paul N. “Chip” Jaenichen SR – Acting Maritime Administrator, and
Tim Sumner (KP ’66) – Regional Vice Chairman – Mid-Atlantic & East &
International East, USMMA KP Alumni – Chapter Presidents Alliance
(L to R) Paul N. “Chip” Jaenichen SR – Acting Maritime Administrator
exchanges “notes” with of Bill O'Connor Jazz Trio
Toons” featuring pianist Keith Gibson!
“Tunes &
(L to R) Tim Sumner (KP ’66) – Regional Vice Chairman – Mid-Atlantic &
East & International East, USMMA KP Alumni – Chapter Presidents
Alliance, Captain Tim Brown (KP ’65) – Past International President,
International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots, Gary G. Hicks (KP
’76) – President, KP Chesapeake Chapter & Chairman, USMMA KP Alumni
– Chapter Presidents Alliance, Paul N. “Chip” Jaenichen SR – Acting
Maritime Administrator, Captain Don Marcus (KP ’79) – International
President, International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots
(L to R) Gary G. Hicks (KP ’76) – President, KP Chesapeake Chapter &
Chairman, USMMA KP Alumni – Chapter Presidents Alliance, Paul N.
“Chip” Jaenichen SR – Acting Maritime Administrator, and Tim Sumner (KP
’66) – Regional Vice Chairman – Mid-Atlantic & East & International East,
USMMA KP Alumni – Chapter Presidents
Alliance
(L to R) Captain Tim Brown (KP ’65) – Past International President,
International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots, and Catherine
Grogan
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(L to R) Joanne R. Hicks ‘A – Membership Chairman, KP Chesapeake
Chapter, Nancy O’Connor, Paul N. “Chip” Jaenichen SR – Acting Maritime
Administrator, Leslie Sumner, and Lynn Vigliante Johnson
(L to R) Matthieu DeBoer (KP ’04), and Gary G. Hicks (KP ’76) – President,
KP Chesapeake Chapter & Chairman, USMMA KP Alumni – Chapter
Presidents Alliance
(L to R) Captain Don Marcus (KP ’79) – International President,
International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots, and Paul N. “Chip”
Jaenichen SR – Acting Maritime Administrator
(L to R) Leslie Sumner, and Captain Don Marcus (KP ’79) – International
President, International Organization of Masters, Mates and Pilots
(L to R) Bill O'Connor Jazz Trio
“Tunes & Toons” featuring
pianist Keith Gibson! Bill O'Connor (Percussion), Jessica Gibson (Vocals
– works as a stage performer / singer for Carnival Cruise Line!), Ray
Jaworski (Guitar), and pianist Keith Gibson!
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(L to R) Louis Novak (KP ’89), Tim Sumner (KP ’66) – Regional Vice
Chairman – Mid-Atlantic & East & International East, USMMA KP Alumni –
Chapter Presidents Alliance, and Jiwan Baek
3. KP Chesapeake Sponsor 2014 Program
Contribute a minimum of $ 100.00 to be a KP Chesapeake Sponsor for 2013! All sponsors will be recognized as our support
progresses for this annual program. Additionally, each benefactor will be recognized on a roster in each event program brochure
in 2014. Lastly, each sponsor will receive a choice of one of these exclusive gifts *NEW* for 2014.
Or
Or
Deluxe Expandable Executive Attaché, or KP Chesapeake Chapter Brushed Twill Embroidered Logo Cap - Blue or Khaki.
Our KP Chesapeake Chapter can take great pride in the Mission Support that we provide throughout the year to the Academy, the
Midshipmen, the Alumni and our U.S. Merchant Marine! Your contribution enables us to continue our Alumni Mission
Support! Join our fine list of loyal member sponsors – carry the bag, wear the colors! Thank You!
Thank you to our 2014 “Sponsors”… to date
* Captain Joseph Schwartzstein * KP Class 1996
* VADM Albert Herberger * KP Class 1955
* Pingwah Lai * Associate Member
* Gary G. Hicks * KP Class 1976
* Joanne R. Hicks * Associate Member
Please join our distinguished list of supporters TODAY!
Thank you to our 2013 “Sponsors”
* Captain Joseph Schwartzstein * KP Class 1996
* William E. Karlson * KP Class 1982
* Captain Jerry Hostomsky * KP Class 1976
* Philip Leach * Associate Member & Parent (Daniel ’14)
* VADM Albert Herberger * KP Class 1955
* Gary G. Hicks * KP Class 1976
* Joanne R. Hicks * Associate Member
* Captain Curtis Fitzgerald * KP Class 1965
* Daniel E. Meehan * KP Class 1951
* Captain Robert M. Marshall, USN (Ret.) * KP Class 1952
* Captain Brian Hope * KP Class 1965
* Ms. Kate Hunt – Int’l Org of Masters, Mates & Pilots
* Associate Member
* John M. Hotaling * KP Class 1968
* Captain Donald J. Marcus * KP Class 1979
* Captain Steven E. Werse – Masters, Mates & Pilots
* Associate Member
* Glen Paine * KP Class 1978
* Thomas J. Lamm * KP Class 1979
* Liz Leach * Associate Member & Parent (Daniel ’14)
Acta Non Verba!
KP Chesapeake 2014 Chapter Sponsor $ 100.00
Secure Payments can also be made online
. Visit our website http://www.kpchesapeake.com Membership Page
or mail remittance to USMMA KP Alumni - Chesapeake Chapter, Inc., Fortune Center, 42 Idlewild Street, Bel Air, MD 21014
Deluxe Expandable Executive Attaché Product Detail:
Densely padded to keep your laptop and valuables protected, this deluxe business attaché is complete with features usually reserved for more expensive
counterparts which sell for well over $50 or more. In addition to the expandable main compartment (which is, indeed, expandable), a faux leather-accented side
flap covers a functional organizer section, complete with places for pens, credit cards and any number of things you need to have at your disposal with easy
access. Featuring handles with faux leather grips, heavy duty zippers and buckles, detachable contoured swiveling shoulder strap and a built in strap for easy
attachment to rolling luggage handles, our Deluxe Expandable Business Attaches is ideal for traveling or everyday use to the office! Made from high-quality 600denier polyester with waterproof backing, this attaché measures a roomy 16 x 12 x 3.5 and expands to 16 x 12 x 6.5 when extra room is required.
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4. KP Chesapeake
Online Shopping - Visit Our Web Site for Great Holiday Gift Ideas!
KP Chesapeake is pleased to offer for sale a number of KP Alumni and Merchant Marine interest items.
All items can be purchased by On-Line Payment using a credit card and our
PayPal secure payment system.
Visit our web site: http://www.kpchesapeake.com KP Chesapeake Shopping On-line Page
Note(s):
(1) All prices include shipping and handling!
(2) Payment can also made by check, mailed to Fortune Center, payable to: KPChesapeake
Sale items include, but are not limited to the following:
KP Chesapeake Chapter Brushed Twill Embroidered Logo Cap - Blue. Price: $ 15.00
KP Chesapeake Chapter Brushed Twill Embroidered Logo Cap - Khaki. Price: $ 15.00
Description:
Proudly wear the colors! The practical comfort and durability of our brushed twill caps trump chintzy "bargain" caps year after year. These caps
are designed to retain their appearance years after those other caps have lost their appeal. Made from heavyweight 100% cotton brushed twill,
this cap features a relaxed crown for a casual look. The cap is highlighted with our embroidered Chapter logo. An easily adjustable Velcro
closure with matching color strap gives you one-size-fits-most convenience. Choose cap color: Blue with blue bill or Khaki with blue bill and
blue accents.
KP Chesapeake Chapter Engraved LED Flashlight Key Chain. Price: $ 10.00
Description:
This convenient LED Flashlight and Keychain Combo is made from aluminum with a shiny lacquer finish and elegant silver accents. A brilliant
white LED light is always ready for use. This useful combination holds keys and helps illuminate dark doorways to quickly locate locks. Our
USMMA KP Alumni Chesapeake Chapter contact message is custom laser engraved on the barrel. Button cell batteries included. Color:
Reflex Blue. Trim: Aluminum.
Additional KP Alumni and Merchant Marine interest items are available for purchase and are offered by the
USMMA KP Alumni – Chapter Presidents Alliance, Inc.
Visit the web site http://www.kpa-cpa.com USMMA KP Alumni - Shopping Online
Sale items include, but are not limited to the following:
U.S. Merchant Marine Flag. Price: $ 15.00
U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Regimental Flag. Price: $ 65.00
U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Challenge Coin. Price: $ 15.00
Expandable Executive Attaché with USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter Presidents Alliance, Inc. logo. Price: $ 30.00
Deluxe Zippered Vinyl Portfolio - Debossed w/ USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter Presidents Alliance, Inc. logo. Price: $ 30.00
KP Class of 2013 Sea Year Calendar. Price: $ 15.00
KP Yacht Burgee. Price: $ 30.00
In Peace and War. Price: $ 35.00 AMHP Book sale proceeds $ are returned directly to Kings Point!
The Way of the Ship. Price: $ 35.00 AMHP Book sale proceeds $ are returned directly to Kings Point!
USMMA Automobile License Plate Frame. Price: $ 28.00
U.S. Merchant Marine Academy Table Banner. Price: $ 100.00
USMMA Magnetic Automobile Seal. Price: $ 10.00
KPA-CPA Engraved LED Flashlight Key Chain. Price: $ 10.00
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5. KP Chesapeake Wreaths Across America Ceremony & Luncheon 121413 – SUMMARY REPORT
USMMA KP Alumni - Chesapeake Chapter, Inc.
Charter Member Chapter
Wreaths Across America - Veterans Wreath Laying Ceremony
Saturday, December 14, 2013 at 12:00 Noon E.S.T. (any weather)
Maryland Veterans Vietnam Memorial
Middle Branch Park, 2825 South Hanover Street, Baltimore, MD 21225
A USMMA KP Alumni “TELL AMERICA ABOUT OUR U.S. MERCHANT MARINE!” Program Event, honoring all Veterans
Colors Honors provided by the NJROTC Cadets of the Baltimore Maritime Industries Academy
Featuring music of the USMMA Regimental Band
In spite of the impending winter storm, the USMMA KP Alumni - Chesapeake Chapter the participated in its 7th Annual Wreaths
Across America – Veterans Honor Program, at the Maryland Veterans Vietnam Memorial, Middle Branch Park, 2825 South
Hanover Street, Baltimore, MD 21225. All participants were welcomed to join the KP Chesapeake Chapter and guests for
luncheon, immediately following the Veterans Wreath Laying Ceremony. Our guests were hosted by TE Subcom (formerly Tyco
Telecom – Cable Ship Company), 1001 E Mccomas St, Baltimore, MD 21230. We are grateful to the generous hosting and
support provided by Captain Jim Herron (NYMC ’91) – Managing Director, and Captain Jeffrey A. Hill, USCG (Ret.) (USCGA
Class of ’72) – Director Submersible Systems, TE SubCom.
Gary Hicks (KP ’76), President, KP Chesapeake Chapter, and Chairman of the USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter Presidents Alliance
welcomed our participants to the 7th Annual event. Hicks stated, “The Wreaths Across America story began over 22 years ago
when Worcester Wreath Company (a for-profit commercial business from Harrington, Maine) began a tradition of placing wreaths
on the headstones of our Nation's fallen heroes at Arlington National Cemetery.” “Over that period of time, Worcester Wreath has
donated many hundreds of thousands of wreaths which have been placed by volunteers in a wreath-laying ceremony each
December. All wreath-laying ceremonies are held concurrently on Saturday, December 14th, at 12:00 noon E.S.T. across the
U.S.A. Wreaths sponsored by individuals, businesses, and groups from communities Nation-wide. Wreaths will be placed in all 50
states, and at more than 24 national cemeteries on foreign soil.” In this 2013 Event, over 500,000 wreaths are being layed in
ceremonies at over 900 locations worldwide!
“For the first time in 2007, in addition to the 5 Armed Services, and the POW-MIA, ceremonial wreaths honoring U.S. Merchant
Marine Veterans were also donated.”
“I am pleased to state that USMMA KP Alumni Chapters across the country are participating in this program. Further, many KP
Alumni Chapters are also providing financial support for this program. The KP Chesapeake Chapter is among these Chapters.”
The USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter Presidents Alliance, an association of 128 KP Alumni Chapters worldwide operate in Mission
Support of the USMMA.”
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Tim Sumner (KP '66) - President, Delaware Shore Chapter, and Regional Vice Chairman - Mid-Atlantic & International East, of the
USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter Presidents Alliance serves as speaker.
Sumner stated, “We are gathered here today at this memorial site and memorial sites all across America to remember that we are
one nation with one flag. We are all proud to be Americans that live in a free society made up of many people, many races, from
many walks of life. The freedoms we enjoy today have not come without a price. Lying here before us and in cemeteries
throughout this nation are men and women who gave their lives so that we can live in freedom and without fear. We can worship
as we see fit. We can raise our children to believe as we do. We can travel from one end of this great nation to the other and not
have to ask permission to go. We are free to vote for whomever we feel should be in government office and we answer to no one
but our own feelings. We have the right to succeed and we have the right to fail at whatever endeavor we wish to pursue.
The United States of America was founded on the ideals of Freedom, Justice and Equality. Our Nation stands as a shining beacon
of liberty and freedom to the world. We thank those who gave their lives to keep us free and we shall not forget you. We shall
remember.”
“Today, many of you here, are Veterans of wars and conflicts that America has had to fight to protect the innocent and oppressed.
America has always been the first nation to stand up for the freedom of people from around the world. Many of you here today
have answered that call and served your country well. We are here today to say “Thank you” and we are honored to know you.
There are many men and women serving today in all branches of the military, here at home and in places far away that most of us
have never heard of. These men and women are part of the best-trained, best-equipped force in the world. We honor them and
their families for the sacrifices they make each day to keep our country safe from terrorism, hatred and injustice that plague the
world community. When you see a Veteran or an active duty member of the armed services, take a moment to say ‘thank you.”
We owe them our way of life, and a moment of your time is well spent.”
We thank our \Veterans and Cadets who served as Ceremonial Holiday Wreath Layers, in memory of those who served and are
serving in the following uniformed services, including:
United States Army - Gregory J. Hicks, Veteran, MD Army National Guard
United States Marine Corps - Cadet Smith, NJROTC, BMIA
United States Navy - Captain Martin Allard, USN (Ret), NJROTC Naval Science, Baltimore Maritime Industries Academy
United States Air Force - Cadet Thompson, NJROTC, BMIA
United States Coast Guard - Captain Jeffrey A. Hill, USCG (Ret.) (USCGA Class of ’72)
United States Merchant Marine - Gary G. Hicks (USMMA Class of 1976)
Tim Sumner (USMMA Class of 1966) - Chief Engineer and Veteran of the Viet Nam War & Desert Storm presented a holiday
wreath in honor of the 93,129 United States Servicemen from all branches of the service who last know status was either
Prisoners of War or Missing in Action. “These individuals have never returned to their families and homes. We shall not forget
you.”
This POW-MIA Wreath 2013 was dedicated to Kings Point graduate Stanley Willner ’43, who was the duty officer on the
SS Sawokla when it was torpedoed in the Indian Ocean on November 29, 1942. As a prisoner of war for three years, Stanley
worked as a slave building the notorious Burma railroad project which included the Bridge over the River Kwai.
Captain Jeffrey A. Hill, USCG (Ret.) provided the program concluding statement. Captain Hill stated, “The wreaths before you
represent our commitment as a United America to remember the fallen. We also want these holiday wreaths to symbolize our
honor to those who have served and are serving in the armed forces of our great nation and to their families who endure sacrifices
everyday on our behalf. To our children, we want you to understand the freedoms you enjoy today have not been free but have
come with a cost that someday, you may have to pay yourself. As a nation standing together, we can defeat terrorism, hatred and
injustice. Thanks to our Veterans, we have the freedom to do just that.”
Enjoy our event slide show!
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Wreaths Across America mission: Remember, Honor, Teach, is carried out in part by coordinating wreath laying ceremonies a
specified Saturday in December at Arlington, as well as veterans’ cemeteries and other locations in all 50 states and beyond.
REMEMBER the fallen, HONOR those that serve and their families and, TEACH our children the value of freedom.
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(L to R) Maryland Veterans Vietnam Memorial - Captain Martin Allard, USN
(Ret), Director, NJROTC Naval Science, Baltimore Maritime Industries
Academy, Gary Hicks (KP ’76), President, KP Chesapeake Chapter, and
Chairman of the USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter Presidents Alliance, Tim
Sumner (KP '66) - President, Delaware Shore Chapter, and Regional Vice
Chairman - Mid-Atlantic & International East, USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter
Presidents Alliance
(L to R) Luncheon at TE Subcom (formerly Tyco Telecom – Cable Ship
Company), 1001 E Mccomas St, Baltimore, MD 21230.
(L to R) NJROTC Cadets, Baltimore Maritime Industries Academy
(L to R) NJROTC Cadets, Baltimore Maritime Industries Academy
(L to R) Tim Sumner (KP '66) - President, Delaware Shore Chapter, and
Regional Vice Chairman - Mid-Atlantic & International East, USMMA KP
Alumni - Chapter Presidents Alliance, poses with NJROTC Cadets,
Baltimore Maritime Industries Academy, and the TE SubCom Cable Ship
Decisive
(L to R) Maryland Veterans Vietnam Memorial - NJROTC Cadets, Baltimore
Maritime Industries Academy, Gary Hicks (KP ’76), President, KP
Chesapeake Chapter, and Chairman of the USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter
Presidents Alliance, Tim Sumner (KP '66) - President, Delaware Shore
Chapter, and Regional Vice Chairman - Mid-Atlantic & International East,
USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter Presidents Alliance
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Presidents Alliance, and Tim Sumner (KP '66) - President, Delaware Shore
Chapter, and Regional Vice Chairman - Mid-Atlantic & International East,
USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter Presidents Alliance
(L to R) Maryland Veterans Vietnam Memorial - NJROTC Cadets, Baltimore
Maritime Industries Academy, Gary Hicks (KP ’76), President, KP
Chesapeake Chapter, and Chairman of the USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter
Presidents Alliance, Captain Jeffrey A. Hill, USCG (Ret.) (USCGA Class of
’72) – Director Submersible Systems, TE SubCom, and Tim Sumner (KP
'66) - President, Delaware Shore Chapter, and Regional Vice Chairman Mid-Atlantic & International East, USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter Presidents
Alliance
(L to R) USAF Wreath presented by Cadet Thompson, NJROTC, BMIA
(L to R) Captain Martin Allard, USN (Ret), Director, NJROTC Naval Science,
Baltimore Maritime Industries Academy presents the U.S. Navy Wreath
(L to R) Maryland Veterans Vietnam Memorial - NJROTC Cadets, Baltimore
Maritime Industries Academy
(L to R) Maryland Veterans Vietnam Memorial - NJROTC Cadets, Baltimore
Maritime Industries Academy, Gary Hicks (KP ’76), President, KP
Chesapeake Chapter, and Chairman of the USMMA KP Alumni - Chapter
(L to R) Ceremonial Holiday Wreath Presenters - USMC - Cadet Smith,
NJROTC, BMIA, USCG - Captain Jeffrey A. Hill, USCG (Ret.) (USCGA
Class of ’72), USN - Captain Martin Allard, USN (Ret), NJROTC Naval
Science, BMIA, USAF - Cadet Thompson, NJROTC, BMIA, and United
States Army - Gregory J. Hicks, Veteran, MD Army National Guard
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TE SubCom* Tribute to Lt Junior Grade Jerry Smith, USN (KP Class of 2003)
(* formerly Tyco Telecommunications – Cable Ship Company)
We are grateful to Captain Jeffrey A. Hill, USCG (Ret.) (USCGA Class of ’72) – Director Submersible Systems, TE SubCom, for
highlighting the TE SubCom* Tribute to Lt Junior Grade Jerry Smith, USN (KP Class of 2003), during the KP Chesapeake
Wreaths Across America luncheon program, hosted at TE SubCom. The tribute plaque is displayed at the TE Subcom (formerly
Tyco Telecom – Cable Ship Company) facility, 1001 E Mccomas St, Baltimore, MD 21230.
Due to the unique capabilities of the Tyco Cable Ship Dependable, and the onboard Remote Operated Vehicle (ROV), the U.S.
Navy had commissioned Tyco to recover the E-2C Hawkeye Navy twin-engine radar plane, which crashed off North Carolina's
coast on Friday, August 17, 2007.
(L to R) Captain Jeffrey A. Hill, USCG (Ret.) (USCGA Class of ’72) –
Director Submersible Systems, TE SubCom, and Gary G. Hicks ’76President, USMMA KP Alumni - Chesapeake Chapter, observe the Tribute
Plaque provided by Tyco Cable Ship Dependable. The U.S. Navy
presented the displayed “Tail Hook” fro the recovered E-2C Hawkeye Navy
twin-engine radar plane, in thanks for the successful recovery of the plane
which crashed off North Carolina's coast on Friday, August 17, 2007.
The following article had been posted in KP Chessie
(L to R) Tribute Plaque provided by Tyco. The E-2C Hawkeye Navy twinengine radar plane was recovered by Tyco Cable Ship Dependable,
November 19, 2007.
News August 26, 2007
1,500 gather to remember three Navy fliers killed at sea. A Memorial Service was held on Thursday August 23, 2007 for the
missing crew of the U.S. Navy E-2C Hawkeye, which included Lt. Jerry R. Smith (KP ’03).
The Virginia Pilot provided an article concerning the memorial service.
According to Mike Van Straten (KP '89) and Sandra L. Good (KP ’97) of the USMMA Alumni Hampton Roads Chapter, the
memorial service was very well attended. Attending on behalf of the USMMA Alumni Foundation also were Jack Goode '99, Matt
Denning '98 and John Gossner '59 of the Hampton Roads Chapter. John Horn (KP '03) a VAW-120 squadron mate of Jerry's
eulogized Jerry during the service.
The memorial service was held on base (Naval Station Norfolk) at the David Adams Memorial Chapel from 1300-1430. There
was a reception following from 1500-1545 at the Officers' Club. The KP Chesapeake Chapter was honored to provide the
USMMA flag, which was displayed prominently at the entrance to the chapel.
The following article details this tragic accident that took the life of our esteemed alumnus.
LTJG JERRY SMITH '03 KILLED IN PLANE CRASH August 20, 2007
Jerry Smith, KP Class of 2003 was presumed dead after his E-2C Hawkeye was missing and presumed lost at sea.
Navy identifies 3 presumed dead in Hawkeye crash 10:35 PM EDT on Fri, Aug 17, 2007, Associated Press & 13News, U.S. Navy
NORFOLK, Va. (AP) -- The Navy ended the search Friday for three aviators missing since their Navy twin-engine radar plane
crashed off North Carolina's coast Wednesday night.
"The search has been terminated," said Mike Maus, a spokesman with the Norfolk-based Atlantic Fleet Naval Air Force. "They did
find some debris." Friday afternoon the crewmembers were identified as Lt. Cameron Hall, 30, Lt. Ryan Betton, 31, and Lt. Junior
Grade Jerry Smith, 25.
According to the Navy, Hall was a Naval Flight Officer and instructor. Betton, a pilot, was also an instructor. Smith, a pilot, has
been a student since June of 2006.
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Lt. Cameron Hall, Lt. Ryan Betton, Lt Junior Grade Jerry Smith
An active duty member of the Navy said Lt. Junior Grade Smith was more than likely flying the Hawkeye with either Hall or Betton
at his side. Whoever wasn't next to Smith would have been in the back of the plane on Firewatch, looking for trouble outside.
Retired E-2C Hawkeye pilot, Captain Ralph "Ricky" Ricardo of Virginia Beach had been hoping for the best, but bracing for the
worst. "There are no finer people than a Navy air crew and especially in the Hawkeye-Greyhound community,” said Ricardo. “And
it's a sad thing."
The E-2C Hawkeye turbo prop plane had just launched from the aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman when it went down into the
Atlantic Ocean in clear weather about 11 p.m. Wednesday. The Norfolk-based carrier was about 150 miles southeast of the
Virginia Capes, where the Atlantic and the Chesapeake Bay meet. The plane was doing carrier qualification exercises, which
involves taking off and landing on a carrier deck. The plane is from Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron 120, based at
Norfolk Naval Station. The E-2C Hawkeye, distinguished by a giant radar dome mounted atop it, is used for airborne command,
control and early warning. It normally carries a crew of five but a full crew is not needed for carrier qualifications.
Each aviator had survival gear, Maus said, including a vest with a flotation device that inflates automatically when it comes in
contact with salt water, an emergency radio, a signal flare and a whistle. The plane also carries life rafts and parachutes.
The cause of the crash was under investigation.
(L to R) Tribute Plaque provided by Tyco. The E-2C Hawkeye Navy twin-engine radar plane was recovered by Tyco Cable Ship Dependable, November 19, 2007.
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6. USMMA – Maryland Specialty License Plates Available!
Act NOW! Help Save Our Plates!
The USMMA – Maryland Specialty License Plates were contacted in 2006 with the Maryland Vehicle Administration, after much
work by Josh Rall ’00. These plates are still available if we act NOW! Initial purchase volume was high, but has fallen to zero in
the past few years. We suspect the reason is because KP Alumni simply do not know that they are indeed available.
Plate sample image:
If you have an interest in perpetuating the availability of this plate, please place your order TODAY! Plate Fee: $25.00
The Chesapeake Chapter Organizational Plate can be referenced on web page
http://www.marylandmva.com/VehicleServ/SpecialtyPlates/displayPlateDetails.asp?PLATEID=702
Contact: Josh Rall ’00 - USMMA KP Alumni – Chesapeake Chapter josh.rall@verizon.net Cell: (410) 491-9181
Fraternally,
Gary
Gary G. Hicks ‘76
Chairman & President
USMMA KP Alumni - Chesapeake Chapter, Inc.
Fortune Center, 42 Idlewild Street, Bel Air, MD 21014
Tel: 410-420-0080 E-mail: kpchesapeake@comcast.net
Alt E-mail: kpchesapeake@kpchesapeake.com
Web: http://www.kpchesapeake.com
Cell: (410) 652-8141
KP Chessie
“Tell America!” “Tell America About Kings Point and the U.S. Merchant Marine!"
OFFICERS
President – Gary G. Hicks ’76 ….. Bel Air, MD
Vice President – Walter D. Holtgren ’76 ….. Crofton, MD
Secretary – Ed Kirk ’81 ….. Baltimore, MD
Treasurer – Richard A. Pais ’80….. Bel Air, MD
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Gary G. Hicks ’76 ….. Bel Air, MD (Chairman)
Captain Robert Becker ’78 ….. Linthicum Heights, MD
Glen Paine ’78 ….. Linthicum Heights, MD
John M. Hotaling ’68 ….. Arlington, VA
Thomas J. Lamm ’79 ….. Joppa, MD
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COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN
Membership Chairman – Joanne R. Hicks ’A….. Bel Air, MD
Procurement Officer – Joanne R. Hicks ’A….. Bel Air, MD
Midshipman Berthing Chair – Scott E. Winfield ’91….. Bel Air, MD
Legislative & Governmental Affairs Chairman – <_VACANT___>…..
Admissions & Recruiting Committee (Member) – Wayne Schatz ‘A
Chaplain – Captain Jeremiah Hostomsky ’76….. Severna Park, MD
Midshipman & Parents Association Liaison Committee Co-Chairmen –
Michael & Fay Edmondson ‘A
Port of Baltimore Affairs Committee Chair - Captain Joe Schwartzstein ‘96
Military Affairs Officer - LT Dan Byrne ’07, USN
Legal Affairs Officer - Klaus Luhta ‘98
Veterans Affairs Chairman - <_VACANT___>…..