NEWS AND INFORMATION FOR THE NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUTH POTOMAC DEFENSE COMMUNITY

February 10, 2012

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The Dahlgren History Projectteam received the DistinguishedCommunity Group Service Award atNaval Surface Warfare CenterDahlgren Division's (NSWCDD) an-nual honor awards ceremony Jan. 20for their exemplary efforts to preserveand present the scientific and techni-cal heritage of Naval Support FacilityDahlgren and NSWCDD. The teamwas recognized for enhancing andpromoting NSWCDD's innovationand excellence.

"In presenting the past and pres-ent stories of the people and theproducts of Dahlgren, the workforceand the surrounding communityhave a renewed awareness and ap-preciation for the contributions thework here have provided to the Navy,the nation and the world," states theteam's award citation.

In preparing for NSWCDD's an-nual honor award ceremony, teammembers with the Dahlgren HistoryProject were photographed with ord-nance items that represent major re-search, development, test and evalu-ation programs conducted atDahlgren to field the semi-active laser(SAL) guided projectile.

Development of the 8-inch SAL

guided projectile occurred at theNaval Weapons Laboratory atDahlgren beginning in the late 1960s,while most of the work on the 5-inchSAL guided projectile was accom-plished in the early 1970s. They were

intended for use on Navy ships toprovide a less expensive capability --compared to guided missiles -- fordelivering guided ordnance againstboth ship and shore targets.

"You've heard about the guns and

the computers. They're a big part ofthe Dahlgren story. But there's somuch more to how this Navy base hasimpacted the community, the nationand the world," states Ed Jones, pres-ident of the Dahlgren Heritage Foun-dation on the organization's websiteat www.dahlgrenmuseum.org.

The Dahlgren Heritage Founda-tion is spearheading an effort to es-tablish a Dahlgren museum that willcelebrate the history of both NSFDahlgren and the community.

"From the early days of this muse-um project, we have discovered howdeep and broad the Dahlgren com-munity really is," says Jones. "Thosewho worked on the base, grew upthere or just appreciate the roleDahlgren has played are all pitchingin to make this museum a reality.

"We need a bigger megaphone totell the Dahlgren story," adds Jones."In essence, that will be the missionof the Dahlgren Heritage Foundationin operating this museum.

"Working with our partners, themilitary commands at Dahlgren andthe Navy History and Heritage Com-mand, the foundation will share thestories that have made Dahlgren acrown jewel of national defense."

Dahlgren team recognized for preserving heritage

The Dahlgren History Team gathers around a 5-inch guidedprojectile (l.) and 8-inch guided projectile, both of which ac-counted for major RDT&E work at Dahlgren in the 1960s and1970s. Pictured (l. to r.) are Wayne Harman, Brad Johnson,Robin Staton, Stacia Courtney, Jim Poynor, Karen Lauter-bach, Amelia Toms and Greggory DiSalvo.

By Grace JeanOffice of Naval Research

The Office of Naval Research(ONR)'s Electromagnetic (EM) Rail-gun program will take an importantstep forward in the coming weekswhen the first industry railgun proto-type launcher is tested at Naval Sup-port Facility Dahlgren, officials saidFeb. 6.

"This is the next step toward a fu-ture tactical system that will beplaced on board a ship some day,"said Roger Ellis, program manager ofEM Railgun.

The EM Railgun launcher is along-range weapon that fires projec-tiles using electricity instead of chem-ical propellants. Magnetic fields cre-ated by high electrical currents accel-erate a sliding metal conductor, or ar-mature, between two rails to launchprojectiles at 4,500 mph to 5,600mph.

With its increased velocity and ex-tended range, the EM Railgun willgive Sailors a multi-mission capabili-

Navy to begin the ElectromagneticRailgun prototype launcher testing

U.S. Navy photo by John F. Williams

Gary Bass with NSWCDD uses a crane to maneuver a 32-megajoule version of the ONR-fundedElectromagnetic Railgun (EMRG) prototype into place for government evaluation. The EMRG isa long-range weapon that launches projectiles using electricity instead of chemical propellantsand is under development by Navy for use aboard ships.See Railgun, Page 8

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U.S. Navy photos by Andrew Revelos

Cpl. Dexter O'Bryant (c.), police officer with Naval Support Activity South Potomac, receives a hand-craft-ed token of appreciation Feb. 2 from fifth grade students at the Dahlgren School who recently graduatedfrom D.A.R.E. training. O'Bryant counseled the students on the dangers of drugs, alcohol and bullying.Students from the Dahlgren School perform a play about bullying at their D.A.R.E. graduation ceremony.

D.A.R.E. Graduation

U.S. Navy photos by Andrew Revelos

Creativity abounds at Dahlgren's Youth ActivityCenter (YAC) art contest. Art in all sizes, shapes andcolors graced the YAC on judging day; several win-ners' work will advance to regional competitions.

Youth Activity Center imagination on display

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CARPOOL/VANPOOL WANTED

Van or Car pool desired from Fredericksburg orKing George to Indian Head, Monday thru Fridaywith one RDO, prefer 7-430, but hours can be ne-gotiated. 703-909-3380.

Riders wanted to start a carpool from the NorthernNeck (Lively/Lancaster), passing through Warsawat 0605 and Montross at 0615, arriving at Dahlgrenby 0700; leaving Dahlgren at 1600. Call Lea at540-653-6776 or 571-232-5412 (cell).

Vanpool wanted from the Ferry Farm to Maingate/B gate entrance area. Preferably leave by0700 and leave from base around 1530-1630 lat-est. Contact Richard @richard.t.simpson@navy.mil

From the Ferry Farm area to Dahlgren Bldg. 1500area. Prefer early work hours. Call Mark, 540-653-2148.

Riders wanted for van pool. Leaves from Rich-mond at Home Depot on Atlee-Elmont Rd. (exit #86B off I-95) to Dahlgren. Call David at (540) 653-9203.

Clinton, Md., to Dahlgren. Hours are flexible (0600- 1700). Call Miranda at 703-692-9590.

Carpool/vanpool wanted from Montross area toDahlgren. Can also take up to 3 or 4 riders fromhere if they would prefer me to drive. Call Doc at252-670-6686. Early risers only.

Riders wanted for vanpool from Home Depot onRt. 3 near Central Park, Fredericksburg, stops atmain gate and B gate. Departs 0640, return 4 p.m.M-Th and 3 p.m. Fridays. If interested, call Mike at540-903-4225 or e-mail tomcdonald7204@gmail.com

RIDERS WANTED

Rt 234 & US 1 Dumfries Commuter Lot toDahlgren. Depart at 0630. Stops at the Targetparking lot off exit 133 (Warrenton). LeaveDahlgren at 1620. Call Lin at 540-653-1266.

Claiborne Run at Chatham (Next to Steamers andCVS and across from Wawa on Butler Rd.) toDahlgren. M-Th 0640 departure from Fredericks-burg, leave Dahlgren at 1600; Fridays from 0640to 1530. Call Maria, 540-653-3094.

Fredericksburg Rt. 208 commuter lot and FerryFarm Wal-Mart to Dahlgren; accepting riders ordrivers; call Gina at 540-653-2281.

Want to start a carpool? Need riders?

“Commuter Clearinghouse” is a source for informa-tion on carpools or vanpools that already exist andneed passengers, as well as a place for employ-ees to advertise to start a carpool or vanpool.Whether you already operate a carpool or vanpooland are open to accepting new riders or need driv-ers, or if you are looking for a carpool or vanpool,provide us with information that might help you findor start a commuter opportunity, such as, whereyou will need to commute from and to, preferredschedule and contact information. You can sendyour information via e-mail tonsasp_pao_dlgr@navy.mil or contact our office tollfree at 866-359-5540, or DSN 249-8153, or 540-653-8153.

FREDERICKSBURG RIDESHARING SERVICE

GWRideConnect is a free ridesharing service thatassists persons who are seeking daily transporta-tion from Fredericksburg, Stafford, Spotsylvania,Caroline and King George counties to employmentlocations in Dahlgren among other employmentsites. Go to www.gwregion.org/gwrideconnect.html.

The Joint Warfare AnalysisCenter (JWAC) honored em-ployees for their achievementsduring the first quarter of fiscalyear 2012 at its quarterlyawards ceremony on Jan. 26.

Sandra Ambrose and AmyBalmaz both received the JointCivilian Service Commenda-tion Award for exceptionallymeritorious achievement inJWAC's Civilian WorkforceManagement Branch betweenJanuary and October of lastyear. Together, they providedoutstanding support preparingJWAC for the disestablishmentof U.S. Joint Forces Command(USJFCOM) in August of lastyear. USJFCOM was JWAC'sparent command until JWACtransitioned to U.S. StrategicCommand in June 2011.

Moreover, Ambrose wasspecifically cited for her expertknowledge of the many per-sonnel and other regulations,which allowed JWAC leaders toanticipate and prepare for im-pacts to the command's mis-sion caused not only by thetransition, but also from a pro-posed Reduction In Force andplan accordingly. JWAC wasordered to cut its workforce 30percent in 2011 and the com-mand's efforts to treat affectedemployees uniformly and fair-ly was due largely to Am-brose's efforts, according toher citation.

Balmazwasalsocreditedforher expert knowledge of per-sonnelregulationsandherabil-ity to devise strategies that al-lowed JWAC to prepare for an-ticipatedchanges.Inthisstress-ful and fluid atmosphere, sheshowed "utmost professional-ism while maintaining contin-uedsuperiorservicetothewar-fighter," her citation read.

Air Force Staff Sgt. ChaddRussell received the Air ForceAchievement Medal for meri-torious service as the deployedradar networks supervisorwith the 729th Air ControlSquadron, 552nd Air ControlGroup, 552nd Air ControlWingat Hill Air Force Base, Utah. Inthis role, he was responsiblefor communication equip-ment in Iraq and elsewherethat directly impacted the wareffort. For instance, he helpedinstall radar equipment forIraq's Kirkuk Air Base doublingits range, which was used tosupport no fewer than 240missions; configured the The-ater Deployable Communica-

tions voice switch to use Stan-dard Tactical Entry Point serv-ices to provide global voiceservices while deployed; andmanaged the packing of morethan $1 million worth of com-munications equipment forOperation Enduring Freedom.

David Fishering andThomas Strong both receivedthe Global War on TerrorismCivilian Service Medal, whichrecognizes Department of De-fense civilian employees whoprovide direct support to themilitary in combat theaters.Fishering deployed toAfghanistan for four monthsbeginning last year and Strongfor three months.

Employees of the QuarterDr. Ryan Baird received the

Employee of the QuarterAward for his work as an ana-lyst. Generally, his efforts led toimprovements in the waytechnical problems were ex-amined and improved thecommand's customer sup-port. Dr. Baird was cited for histechnical insight, planningsupport, and his willingness toassume additional duties toreach a goal.

Heidi Balderson receivedthe Employee of the QuarterAward for her consistent qual-ity support as a security tech-nician during all of last year.With staff cuts, she assumedadditional duties as well astrained three new employees.Her knowledge of office oper-ations and security policiesensured that both the qualityof service and quantity of workremained unaffected duringthis time of change.

Steven Hill received theEmployee of the Quarter Awardforhisefficiency,hardworkandaccuracy as an intelligence an-alyst, qualities that set the stan-dard for his co-workers andmade him a role model amongthem as well. In addition, Hilldisplayed the exceptional abil-ity to handle many priority re-quests for customer support atthe same time while still pro-ducing the highest qualityproducts every time.

Letters of CommendationDonaldTriplett, David Kale

and John Strafer all receivedletters of commendation aspart of a team of engineerswhose technical analysis and

development of new analyticalcapabilities supported com-batant command needs.

Triplett brought extensiveengineering experience to theproject, which combined withhis close work with others out-side of JWAC led to many tech-nical breakthroughs and inmuch of the team's overallsuccess, according to teammembers.

Kale was the team's expertanalysis. His contribution tothe project not only receivedhigh praise from the customer,but will now form the basis forfuture work.

Strafer, who worked asJWAC's program managerwith overall responsibility forthe command's budget, gotadditional money to supportthe project. He coordinated ef-forts at senior levels of the De-partment of Defense as well asin JWAC. His leadership in thisregard enhanced the team'sability to provide support tothe customer.

Length of ServiceShelia Massey received a

Length of Service Award for 30years of government service.

JWAC Quarterly Awards Presented

Ambrose Baird Balderson Balmaz

Fishering Hill Kale Massey

Russell Strafer Strong Triplett

The Dahlgren Officers' Spouses Club(DOSC) is currently accepting written re-quests for charity grants and scholar-ships. Charity grants are available fornon-profit organizations to receive char-itable funds to support their organiza-tion. DOSC operates "the Second Tour"thrift store on NSASP Dahlgren. Moneyreceived is given back to the local com-

munity and Naval Support FacilityDahlgren through charitable contribu-tions. Interested organizations shouldvisit www.dahlgren osc.webs.com. Allapplications must be mailed and post-marked by April 16 with grants presentedin June.

Scholarships are available to highschool seniors, undergraduate students

and spouse undergraduate students whoare dependents of active duty, retired, orreserve military currently or previouslystationed at NSF Dahlgren. Applicantsmust complete an application and returnby mail no later than April 16. To accessthe application and for more informa-tion, visit www.dahlgrenosc.webs.com.

DOSC opens submissions for charitygrants and scholarships

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By Kimberly Lansdale,Center for SurfaceCombat Systems

The Center for Surface Com-bat System's (CSCS)

Aegis Training and ReadinessCenter (ATRC) announced Feb. 2that Sherri Stein, a purchase cardadministrator, was recognized asits 2011 Civilian of the Year.

"Sherri's dedication to the staffat ATRC, and throughout the Cen-ter for Surface Combat Systems(CSCS) domain, is second to noneand validated by comments madeby people she supported through-out the year," said Stein's supervi-sor Craig Morrison, ATRC's Train-ing Readiness director.

Stein manages and overseesATRC's training directorate's gov-ernment commercial purchasecard program, ensuring that theprogram is in accordance withDepartment of Defense and De-partment of the Navy policies,procedures and regulations. Thisincludes ensuring staff membersare properly trained, appointedand capable of performing theirduties. Stein also provides gener-al oversight of CSCS detachmentsthat have purchase card programsinclude monitoring, providing di-rection and compiling reports toNaval Education and TrainingCommand (NETC), CSCS' parentcommand.

Stein was very appreciativewhen she learned she was select-ed.

"I was stunned at first, but verygrateful," Stein said.

"I monitor the accounts regu-larly for any potential issues andmake certain they are current andaccurate," Stein explained. "I per-form monthly transactional re-views on the cardholder's state-ments and required paperwork,and take appropriate action onnon-compliance issues."

Stein is very engaged in thecommand outside of her primaryresponsibilities. She is alsoATRC's supply officer, telecom-munications control officer, andmanages the contract for cellphones, blackberries and aircards.

"It's apparent she takes her re-sponsibilities very seriously andit's evident in her vigilant man-agement of important and criticaltelecommunication and purchasecard programs," Morrison said."Ms. Stein's professionalism, ded-

ication and obvious desire to pro-vide the very best in customerservice are obvious by the smoothdaily operations of ATRC's supplydivision. The words 'proficient,''reliable' and 'dedicated' describeher and are the foundation of oursupply system that is at the pin-nacle of distinction."

Stein says she enjoys beingpart of the ATRC community.

"I find great satisfaction inproviding an answer to a questionor helping to find a resolution to aproblem," Stein said.

ATRC's traditional schoolhouse instruction is delivered 24hours a day, five days a week.Nearly 1,200 enlisted fire control-men and 550 surface warfare, lim-ited duty and aviation officersgraduate annually. Military in-structors are typically fleet re-turnees who bring relevant, re-cent experience to the classroom.Contracted instructors are typi-cally prior Aegis Sailors who pro-vide continuity to the instruction-al staff. Electronic classrooms,electronic technical manuals, andlong-range connectivity allow forcontinued expansion of the quan-tity and quality of training to meetgrowing training requirements.ATRC's ongoing efforts includeexamining new technologies andtraining methods for innovative,less costly ways to train to meetnew challenges and needs of theUnited States Navy.

ATRC Civilian of the Year"It's apparent she

takes her responsibili-ties very seriously andit's evident in her vigi-lant management of

important and criticaltelecommunication

and purchase card pro-grams," Morrison said.

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DahlgrenFree Tax Return Assistance

NSASP's Fleet and Family Support Center will help prepare tax re-turns for active-duty and retired military personnel at no cost beginning17 January, by appointment only. Call 540-653-1839 or toll free 800-500-4947 to make your appointment.

FSSC will also offer single Sailor tax preparation assistance at no costat NSF Dahlgren's Liberty Center on 28 January from 1100-1700, 11 Feb-ruary from 1100-1700, and 25 February 1100-1700. No appointmentnecessary.

DOSC Accepting Charity Grant ApplicationsThe Dahlgren Officers' Spouses Club (DOSC) is currently accepting

written requests from non-profit organizations to receive charitablefunds to support their organization. All requests must be in writing andsubmitted via the United States Postal Service, postmarked no later thanApril 16. Please include the organization's name and purpose, desiredamount and how funds will be utilized, contact name, telephone num-ber, and e-mail address.

Send your request letter to Dahlgren Officers' Spouses Club, Attn:Charities Committee, 722 Sampson Road, Dahlgren,VA 22448. For moreinfo, call 540-413-1079.

Pre-Natal/Post-Partum Support GroupHaving a baby or dealing with a new baby? Join Fleet and Family Sup-

port Center's Pre-Natal/Post Partum Support Group. The group meetsevery Tuesday from 10-11 a.m. at FFSC, Bldg. 214 on Schoolhouse Laneat Dahlgren. For more information, contact Tina Sims at 540-623-1129or toll free 800-500-4947.

Scholarships for Military ChildrenApplications for the 2012 Scholarships for Military Children Program

will be available starting Dec. 1 at commissaries worldwide as well as on-line through a link on http://www.commissaries.com and directly athttp://www.militaryscholar.org.The program awards at least one $1,500scholarship to a student at each commissary.

To be eligible for a scholarship, the student must be a dependent, un-married child, no older than 21 - or 23 if enrolled as a full-time studentat a college or university - of a service member on active duty, reservist,guardsman, retiree or survivor of a military member who died while onactive duty or survivor of a retiree. Eligibility is determined using the De-fense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System database.

Applicants must submit an essay on a topic which will be availableDec. 1 on http://www.militaryscholar.org. Applications must be turnedin to a commissary by close of business Feb. 24, 2012.

Indian HeadIndian Head Spouses' Club Opens "Treasures" Thrift Store

The recently established Indian Head Spouses' Club announces theopening of their "Treasures Thrift Store," located at 12 Strauss Ave. nextdoor to the USO. The store is open every Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Donations to theThrift Store are accepted on Mondays andTuesdays,but other donation appointments can be arranged.

Want to earn up to $5 in free items from the thrift store every month?Volunteer! Stop by the thrift store during operating hours or email ih-spouseclub@live.com for more information.

To publish information on your event or program under "Base Hap-penings," contact NSASP Public Affairs at 540-653-8153 or emailjeron.hayes@navy.mil.

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of the Navy. The appearance of advertising in this publication, includinginserts or supplements, does not constitute endorsement by the De-partment of Defense or Southern Maryland Newspapers and Printingof the products or services advertised.

Everything advertised in this publication shall be made availablefor purchase, use, or patronage without regard to race, color, religion,sex, national origin, age, marital status, physical handicap, political af-filiation, or any other non-merit factor of the purchaser, user, or patron.If a violation or rejection of this equal opportunity policy by an advertiser

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Editorial content is edited, prepared, and provided by the PublicAffairs Office, NSA South Potomac. News copy should be submittedby noon on Friday to be considered for the following week’s edition. Allmaterial is edited for accuracy, brevity, clarity, and conformity to regu-lations. To inquire about news copy, call 540-653-8153 or fax The SouthPotomac Pilot at 540-653-4269. Commercial advertising may be placedwith the publisher by calling 301-645-9480.

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Since 2007, America SavesWeek has been a national cam-paign which encourages allAmericans to save. The DoDjoined in and created MilitarySaves Week to bring awarenessto its military members the im-portance to save money. Whynot set aside this week to reviewyour personal finances and lookfor ways to improve your finan-cial life?

This year's campaign is fo-

cusing on three simple steps:1. Set goals - Identify your fi-

nancial goals, i.e. retirement,

child's education, emergencysavings.

2. Develop a plan - What arethe steps you must take toachieve your goals.

3. Save automatically - Con-tact your financial institutions,find out which products are suit-able for your goals, and establishautomatic transfers into thoseaccounts.

Military Saves Week Feb. 19-23

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Dahlgren

King George High School Theatre Dept.Presents "Seussical"

The King George High School Theatre Departmentwill perform "Seussical", Feb. 15 - 18 at 7 p.m. nightly atKing George High School. Cost is $6. Based on the booksof Dr. Seuss, the world of Dr. Seuss comes alive in thiscolorful, musical production. Horton has heard a Who,and it's up to him to protect an entire village from certaindoom. Narrated by the Cat in the Hat, this is a show youwon't want to miss. An interpreter will be available forthe hearing impaired at the Saturday performance.

Donations will be accepted at each performance toaid the Wounded Warrior Project that helps woundedwarriors returning home from the current conflicts andprovides assistance to their families. Dinner also servedat 6 p.m. Cost is $5 to $8. Entrees include Green Eggs &Ham, Fish Nuggets and Goulash all served with sides,drink and dessert.

Financial Freedom Eventat Rappahannock United Way

Plan to attend a financial freedom event at Rappa-hannock United Way. Boost your financial well-being atthis free community event on Saturday, February 11 from10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at RUW, 3310 Shannon Park Drive inFredericksburg. This event will include free tax prepara-tion services, free credit reports, free money manage-ment tools and work-shops at 10:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.,free information and take-home materials and free give-aways. No appointments are necessary. For more infor-mation, visit www.rappahannockunitedway.org/ taxser-vices.html or call (540) 373-0041. Please contact Rappa-hannock United Way directly to request special accom-modations at least ten (10) days prior to event date.

Bowls for Books Benefits Smoot LibraryThe third annual chili supper to benefit the Smoot

Memorial Library building fund will be held on Friday,February 17 from 5 - 8 p.m. at the King George Citizen'sCenter. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the li-brary (temporarily housed in the old KG middle schoolduring the renovation), or may be purchased at the doorthe night of the event. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 forchildren 4-14, children 3 and under free. For tickets ormore information, contact Cindy Sexton at X3-8372.

Take the Plunge for Wounded WarriorsThe Wounded EOD Warrior (WEODW) Foundation

will sponsor the 5th annual Polar Bear Plunge in down-town Fredericksburg at the Fredericksburg City Dock onSaturday, Feb. 11.

The event will include a silent auction, costume contest,food available for purchase and a static display. EOD MobileUnit 12 Detachment Dahlgren will be participating as a teamin an effort to raise money for theWEODW foundation.

Interested participants are encouraged to visit theWEODW website http://www.woundedeodwarrior.org

for more information and to register to participate as anindividual or team. All pre-registered plungers will receivea detailed event itinerary via email prior to the event.

Anyone who would like to contribute financially - butnot take the plunge - can contact Lt. Sam Massey, EOD-MU12 Det Dahlgren officer in charge, at 540-653-7425.

The WEODW Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit thatprovides financial assistance to wounded EOD personneland their families. U.S. military EOD (Explosive Ord-nance Disposal) technicians from all branches conductdangerous operations in combat zones around theworld, rendering safe hazards from explosive ordnanceand improvised explosive devices (IEDs). Unfortunately,many EOD techs pay the ultimate sacrifice for their ef-forts. The WEODW Foundation provides assistance tothose techs injured in combat and helps them readjustto life with a disability.

Rappahannock Raiders Swim Team Swim Clin-ic Features Olympians

The Rappahannock Raiders will hold a Mutual of Om-aha BREAKout! Swim Clinic at the King George YMCA onApr. 28 from 1-5 p.m. The clinic will have two Olympicswimming medalists - Ian Crocker, 4-time Olympic GoldMedalist and 8-time World Championship Gold Medal-ist, and Kristy Kowal, Olympic Silver Medalist and 2-timeWorld Championship Gold Medalist. They will be pro-viding hands-on training and inspirational training lec-tures in this four-hour clinic. To register and for more in-formation, go to rappraiders.com.

Indian HeadAdult Softball League RegistrationBegins February 27

The Charles County Department of Public Works willhold registration for the upcoming Adult Softball Leaguefrom Monday, February 27 through Friday, March 16.League play will start the week of April 22 at Laurel SpringsPark andWhite Plains Park. Teams may register at the De-partment of Public Works (1001 Radio Station Road, LaPlata) weekdays between 7:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. For moreinformation, interested teams should call 301-932-3470 or301-870-2778, or visit www.charlescountyparks.com.

Charles County Middle School BasketballLeague Registration

Test your skills versus the best Charles County has tooffer. This league is designed to allow middle school stu-dents who have dreams of playing high school basketballan opportunity to play against their peers. There will bean eight game regular season with playoffs. Divisions arebased on grade level. Players can only play at middleschool community center they currently attend. Thoseattending private school must play for the center in theirappropriate school zone. Open to students in grades 6-8for the 2011-2012 school year. Divisions are: 6th, 7th, and8th Grade Boys; as well as 6th - 8th Grade Girls. Practiceis estimated to begin March 12. Registration is limited

and deadline is March 3. The registration fee is $90; how-ever, if you register before February 18, the fee is $75,which saves you $15! Online registration is available atwww.charlescountyparks.com. For more information,please call 301-934-9305 or 301-870-3388, ext 5152.

Chesapeake Choral Arts Society AnnouncesSinging Valentines!

Serenade your sweetheart on Valentine's Day with a"Valen-Tunes Phone-A-Gram". Members of the Chesa-peake Choral Arts Society will call your sweetie and sing,in 4-part harmony, the love song of your choice (choosefrom four songs). This is a wonderful gift from across themiles or from across the room. The fee is quite reason-able and discounts are given for multiple valentines. Aperfect gift for all of those special people in your life-don't forget the kids! For more information and to order,please visit www.chesapeakechoral.com or call 301-642-0594 or 301-934-5447.

Second Annual St. Charles Running FestivalSet for April 14th

The Charles County Commissioners are pleased toannounce that the second annual St. Charles RunningFestival, presented by Lennar Homes, will take place onSaturday, April 14. The festival will consist of three differ-ent distances (10 miles, 5k and a kids' fun run), and pro-ceeds from the event will benefit local charities, includ-ing Special Olympics.

The 5k course starts and finishes at Regency FurnitureStadium, and is a basic up -and -back loop on PineyChurch Rd. The Chick-fil-A Kids Fun Run will be con-tained within the parking lots of the stadium. The day'sevents coincide with the annual Fan Fest celebrationhosted by the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs.

Entry fees for the three races are $55 for the 10-Miler,$20 for the 5K and $10 for the Kids Fun Run prior to March1. After that the 10-Miler fees increase to $65 and the 5Kincreases to $30. For more information or to register, visitwww.StCharlesRunFest.com or call 410-605-9381.

IH Arts Center Fundraiser, "All That Jazz"Tickets are still available (limited seating, please re-

serve today) for "All that Jazz", a fundraiser and a 'FriendRaiser', for the new Indian Head Center for the Arts(IHCA). The event will be held at the Greater WaldorfJaycees Community Center on February 17 from 6 - 10p.m. Dining, dancing, silent auction, entertainment and'All That Jazz' with Jennifer Cooper and RetroGroove.Those interested in participating can be a sponsor($500), buy a table for 10 ($400), and/or attend ($55 sin-gle, $90 a couple). All attendees must make a reservation.Please contact Evie at 301-743-7453 or Candice at 301-743-3040 by Sunday, Feb 12 for your tickets.

To publish information on your event in "CommunityNotes," call or email the Naval Support Activity South Po-tomac public affairs office at 540-653-8153 orjeron.hayes@navy.mil.

Community Notes

Honor Roll - Second Quarter

Distinguished Honor Roll -Grade 5 Melanie Brown

Randolph SewellGrade 6 John Orr

A/B Honor Roll -Grade 4 Alexander Baker

Reymar CoponMoriah EmrickAllison Wisslead

Grade 5 Kristen JenkinsTajh PayneAllen ThomasonKatelyn TimersonNatalie Wilbanks

Grade 7 Makella KozinaMegan SewellGrace Wisslead

Grade 8 Alexandra NetteDuncan PatersonMarlon RileyDominic Rosa

Tiger AwardsWinners -Isabel MonahanAngelo CoponGrace MonahanMelanie BrownConnor RauchMakella KozinaAlexandra Nette

Spelling Bee ParticipantsDuncan Paterson, Winner of Dahlgren

Spelling Bee and will advance to RegionalCompetition

Jack Orr - Second Place

Other participants included:Reymar CoponMalakai BrantonAlex BakerRhiannon PatersonArrion JohnsonGrace WissleadDominic RosaTahj PayneGrace MonahanCharlie JusterDylan JohnsonSarah Rosetti

Dahlgren School announces second quarter honors

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Fleet and FamilySupport Center NotesWhere are all the babies?

Indian HeadPolar Bear Party at the Tiki Bar

February 10 from 3:30 pm - midnightHot drinks, prizes, music and fun!

NSF Indian Head Race SeriesFebruary 14 Happy Hearts 5kMarch 14 St. Paddy's Day 5k (Luck of the

Irish - predict your time)April 25 SAVI 5KMay 23 Memorial Day 5kJuly 18 Beat the Heat 5k (registration 6:30

a.m., race 7 a.m.)Register at 10:30 a.m., race starts at 11 a.m.

at the Weight House Fitness Center. $5 forcivilians, FREE for military. Prizes will beawarded for first place male and female run-ners of each race. Prize will be awarded toparticipant who runs/walks in the most races.

Dodge ball TournamentFebruary 13 in the GymnasiumRegister at the Fitness Center or email hen-

ry.c.garrard@navy.mil, before Feb. 10 to partic-ipate. $1 per player, open to all eligible patrons.

Mardi Gras Celebrationat the Bowling Center

February 17 at 5 p.m.$1.25 for military, $2.25 for civilians, plus

$1 for shoe rental. Masks and beads will beprovided. Open to all eligible patrons.

My Funny ValentineFebruary 14 at 4 p.m. in the LibrarySubmit your poems to be read on Valen-

tine's Day. Tired of the same old sappy lovepoems? Feeling like a poet and wanting toshow it? Enter your funniest love poem forValentine's Day. Entries must be submittedto the Library by February 11th.

Friday Night Fun at the Youth CenterSpend your Friday nights at the Youth

Center with your friends! Open Rec. activitiesare Friday nights from 6 - 9 p.m. Childrenmust be between the ages of 5 (and in kinder-garten) - 12. All participants must be regis-tered in theYouth Activities Program, registra-tion is FREE. Contact the Youth Center formore information.

Liberty EventsPoker Tournament

First Wednesday of each month, 5 p.m. at

the Liberty Center. Liberty will be hosting aseries of poker tournaments. Prizes will begiven at each tournament with a championprize awarded at every championship game.Snacks and drinks will be available. Registerat the Liberty Center one day prior to eachtournament.

Chipotle Lunch DayLiberty will be Hosting Chipotle lunch

days at the Liberty Center on the followingdates:

February 14March 20April 17Lunch will be delivered to the Liberty Cen-

ter at 11:30 am on the day of event and will in-clude a burrito, side of chips, sour cream, sal-sa and guacamole. $5.95 per person.

Information, Ticketsand Travel

301-744-4850Bldg. 620, Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.Holidays - Closed

Tour IRELAND with ITT!Dublin~Sligo~Galway~Limerick~Killar-

ney~WaterfordYour Ireland experience begins for just

$3,900 (per person based on double occupan-cy) and includes round-trip air from L.A., Bal-timore or Washington (Dulles), CruiseLand/Intra-Air Transportation, motor coaches toeach destination and hotel stay , 10 breakfastsand 7 dinners and Navy vs. Notre Dame tickets.Call the ITT Office at 301-744-4850 for details.

Walt Disney WorldMilitary Appreciation Discount

Four theme parks in four days for ONLY$135.50! DisneyWorld is also offering 40% offaccommodations at select Disney World Re-sort Hotels for active duty and retired military.Call for details.

Great Wolf Lodge 2012 SpecialsOne night/two days, includes room for up

to six people and six water park bands. Lim-ited number of rooms available, dates andprices vary. Contact the ITT Office for details.

Military Travel Voucher (MTV)This program offers many discounts for

vendors all over the country. Stop by the ITT of-fice before any trip, we may have tickets for theevent or place that you're looking for. Includedin this program are hotels, theatres, smalltheme parks and many other attractions.

Movie TicketsMovie tickets are available for both AMC

and Regal Theaters. The cost for AMC is Goldis $8.25 and Silver is $6.50. Regal is $7. Ticketsdo not expire and make great gifts for thoseunexpected parties.

Armed Forces Vacation ClubAFVC offers all DoD civilian personnel, re-

servists, active-duty, retired military and theirfamily members the opportunity to book aseven-night luxury resort vacation for only$369. Participating resorts are located aroundthe world and throughout the United States.Accommodations are booked on a space-available basis. Check the club's web site atwww.afvclub.com search results and dates.Tobook your family vacation, call 800-724-9988,and be sure to reference Indian Head Instal-lation #110.

Ski Weather is finally here!Stop by the ITT to get your lift tickets today.

This year ITT will be offering passes to Win-tergreen, Ski Liberty, Ski Roundtop andWhite-tail Resorts.

DahlgrenLibrary/Resource Center

Valentine's Party at the Library - FREEFebruary 13 at 5 p.m.Location: Dahlgren Library/Resource

Center. Come to the Dahlgren General Li-brary and createValentines and enjoy cookiesand punch. Open to all with base access. Reg-istration deadline is February 10. For more in-formation, please contact 540-653-7474.

Youth Activities CenterParent and Child PoolTournament - FREEFebruary 13, 6 p.m.Pool Tournament between teams of par-

ents or sponsor and child. Kids must be in 4thgrade or higher! Open to all with base access.Registration deadline: February 13. For moreinformation call the Youth Activities Center(YAC) at 540-653-8009.

Craftech CenterCraftech Cupid Raids; February 14Give your family, friends and co-workers a

smile this Valentine's Day. Select from an ex-tensive assortment of gifts: balloon bouquets,stuffed animals, candy and more! Delivery islimited to on base only. Cash and carry itemsare available. Items listed are subject to earlysell-out, limited quantities. For more detailsplease contact Craftech at 540-653-1730.

Fitness CenterBall and Chain 1.5 Mile RunFebruary 15, 11 a.m.Race will be held on the Dahlgren Fit-

ness/WalkingTrack. Location: near the CPOAClub House.

Awards will be given for the fastest male,female, co-ed, and military pairs. Commem-orative t-shirt for the first 25 registrants. Formore information please contact theDahlgren Fitness Center at 540-653-8580 orFitness Director, Ira Seth at 540-652-2215.

Liberty CenterLiberty Wintergreen Ski TripFebruary 18 - Van leaves at 7:30 a.m.Come out with Liberty and hit the slopes.

WintergreenislocatedintheBlueRidgeMoun-tains. If you ski, snowboard, snow tube or wantto learn how,Wintergreen is a great place to doit! Cost is $30. Eligible Patrons: Single or unac-companiedactivedutymilitary.Formoreinfor-mation please contact 540-653-7277.

MWR Highlights

Hours of OperationFriday: 7 p.m. Showing

Saturday: 7 p.m. Showing540-653-7336

Price of Shows$5 Civilian,

$4 Active Duty, Retiredand Reserve Mil E7 and above

and their family members with ID$2.50 E1-E6 and below

and their family members with ID$2 Child (6-11)

Free - Child (5 and under)

Fri., Feb. 10 - War HorseRated PG13 - 146 min Sat.

Sat., Feb 11 - The Devil InsideRated R - 87 min

Fri., Feb. 17 - Girl withthe Dragon Tattoo

Rated R - 158 minSat., Feb 18 - The Darkest Hour

Rated PG13 - 89 min

Fri., Feb. 24 - Joyful NoiseRated PG13 - 118 min

Sat., Feb. 25 - ContrabandRated R - 110 min

DahlgrenMovie Theater

....They are inside with their moms!They attend the Pre-natal/Post-par-tum Support Group held at theDahlgren Fleet and Family SupportCenter on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. -Noon. For more information, con-tact the FFSC at 540-653-1839 or800-500-4947.

For more news from other bases around the Washington, D.C. area,

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By Senior Airman, Susan Davis,JBAB Public Affairs

Clark Jones began gaining base-widerecognition when he designed, funded andbuilt a prayer garden at Chapel 1 that wascompleted and dedicated Dec. 14, 2011.

The self-proclaimed "military brat" is ahome school student belonging to the BollingArea Home Educators (BAHE) group here onJBAB.

He is one of three sons of Maj. Gen. DuaneJones, who is also the former Air Force DistrictofWashington commander.

Clark and his twin brother, Blake, wereborn in Landstuhl, Germany. Their youngerbrother, Glen, is 12.

His time as an Air Force family memberhas also taken him to Alabama, Georgia, SouthCarolina and D.C. Because JBAB, formerlyknown as Bolling Air Force Base, is where Clarkhas spent a cumulative total of seven years ofhis life, it is where he calls home.

He got the idea for the prayer garden froma conversation with Ch. (Lt. Col.) Mark Camp-bell, JBAB chaplain, just before the praise por-tion of the Protestant worship service oneSunday.

"When we play in church, we practice foran hour before, and then we have about 15minutes of down time in the back of thechapel waiting for the praise portion to start,"he explained. "We talk to Chaplain Campbellsometimes, and he likes to tell us stories aboutother bases where he has been a chaplain, andhe was talking about being a pastor in NewMexico. He said they had a prayer garden builtthere and it did wonders for their church com-munity. He said it brought new life into thechurch, and then he mentioned in passingthat he wished we had the sort of new life in

our chapel."Clark said that he was looking for an Eagle

Scout project at that time, and ChaplainCampbell's comment was what gave him theinspiration for his prayer garden idea.

"When he said that, it made a real connec-tion in my head," he said. "So I talked to Chap-lain Campbell about it, I talked to my scoutleaders about it, and they said I should go forit. My main goal for that prayer garden was toget more people into the chapel and for thepeople who regularly go to the chapel to justhave a chance to enjoy it a little bit more. Be-fore, that courtyard was just a slate of concrete,not very pleasing to look at, so I knew thatsome other people must feel the same way,"Clark said.

Clark explained that once the word got outthat he was taking the courtyard on as a prayergarden project, he received a very positive re-sponse from others.

"There are four planters filled with flowersand other plants in the garden as well as abirdbath with a fleur de lis on it to representthe Boy Scouts."

While it was a rewarding project after allwas said and done, Clark explained, before itcame to fruition, there were times when it wasoverwhelming.

"It may not look like much, but when it wasall in my garage, from the dirt to the organicpeat moss to the two-by-fours for the benches,when everything was piled up, it looked com-pletely overwhelming," he said. "But it endedup coming together really nicely. My estimatedcost at the beginning of the project was about$1,200, and I was able to raise all $1,200."

Clark was part of a cross-country team or-ganized by BAHE and spoke to Capt. Eric Guz-man from the JBAB Company Grade OfficersCouncil about the project.

"Captain Guzman offered to talk to the

CGOC and some of the other councils to raisemoney for the project," he said. "I wrote lettersasking for donations until my hand just aboutfell off, and I also had a Facebook page that Iused to share the project, and I started gettingchecks in the mail from people I didn't evenknow."

Clark said he also had plenty of help withphysically setting up the courtyard as well, in-cluding members from BAHE, scout masters,Cub Scout troop members, U.S. Air ForceHonor Guard members, as well as some of hiscross country teammates.

"About 30 people altogether showed upbright and early that Saturday morning to putit all together, and I could not have done thatby myself in the four hours that it took," he

said. "They were just so helpful and so great."The next chapter in Clark's life will take

place in Colorado Springs, Colo., following hisfather's retirement.There he will finish his lasttwo years of high school, and hopefully go onto study at the U.S. Air Force Academy, he said.

He credits his parents, his faith, Scoutingand the wide range of extracurricular activitieshe has been involved in with helping shapewho he is.

"I would highly recommend Scouts orVen-turing, the co-ed equivalent of Scouts, to anyyoung people looking for direction or lookingto do something admirable and honorable,"he said. "It helped me become who I am to-day."

JBAB youth’s faith and scouting shaped who he has become

U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Brittany Jones

Clark Jones, 15, son of U.S. Air Force Maj. Gen. Duane Jones, was recentlypromoted to the rank of Eagle Scout. Jones gives a lot of credit to his par-ents for keeping him involved in extracurricular activities which helpedshape who he is today.

King George area athleteswill have a unique chance toenhance their competitiveswimming skills by workingwith two swimming champi-ons, Ian Crocker and KristyKowal. The RappahannockRaiders Swim Club, Inc. ispleased to announce that theywill host a Mutual of OmahaBreakout!SwimCliniconSatur-day, April 28 at the King GeorgeYMCA, 10545 King Highway,King George,VA 22485.

The Mutual of OmahaBreakout! Swim Clinic visitsover 70 cities a year and is aunique experience to inspire

andmotivateanewgenerationof swim stars. As an officialsponsor of USA Swimming,Mutual of Omaha actively sup-ports the sport on all levels,from local clubs across thecountry to the NationalTeam.

The event is a four hourin-water stroke techniqueclinic from 1 -5 p.m. for ages8 - 18. The cost is $75 for reg-istration before April 6; $95after April 6. The swimmerswill hear inspiring messagesfrom Ian Crocker and KristyKowal. Immediately follow-ing, they will hit the waterwith Crocker and Kowal for

in-water demonstration andinstruction on swim strokesand techniques. Some par-ticipants may even have achance to test their strokes ina race against the Olympicchampions. Concluding theevent, the swimming cham-pions will be available for au-tographs and photos.

Registration for the MutualofOmahaBreakout!SwimClin-ic is currently open. To register,contact Sandy Elia by phone at540-413-7132 or e-mail rap-praiders@hotmail.com.

Olympians to conductswim clinic in King George

Potomac Combined FederalCampaign (CFC) needs currentfederal employees and militarymembers to volunteer in review-ing charity applications for the2012 campaign. Application re-view will be held Feb. 15 - 17 and

March 13 - 16. Charity review willtake place at RappahannockUnited Way in Fredericksburg.

To volunteer, contact JeronHayes, (540) 284-0129 or jeron.hayes@navy.mil.

CFC needsvolunteers

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by Sarah FortneyJournal staff

Do you know how to recognize a potential threat to De-fense Department (DoD) personnel, intelligence, and re-sources if so, how would you report it?

Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) encourageseveryone to be aware of indicators, behaviors and cyberthreats that could jeopardize our nation's security and under-stand reporting requirements as they promote their "InsiderThreat Awareness Campaign" now until March 31.

The campaign, part of the Department of Navy's Crime Re-duction Program (CRP), focuses on educating service mem-bers and DoD personnel about common threats, such asworkplace violence, espionage and elicitation, said ErinHansen, special agent for NCIS, Resident Unit Bethesda.

CRP, spearheaded by NCIS, is a Navy-wide program, unit-ing the nation's law enforcement and community service or-ganizations.

"This is the first time we've partnered with the National Se-curity Directorate" for a CRP campaign, Hansen noted.

Since the shooting at Fort Hood in November 2009, and re-lease of hundreds of thousands of classified document viaWikiLeaks in 2010, she said, there has been a stronger andmore collaborative effort to detect and mitigate such threats.An insider threat, she explained, is generally defined through-out the DoD as any person with authorized, legitimate accessto any DoD resource, who uses that access to harm the secu-rity of the U.S. and its citizens.

To remind DoD personnel the importance of combatingthese risks, the campaign involves all commands, anti-terror-ism, force protection, law enforcement, counterintelligence,security, emergency management and information assurancecommunities, she said.

"It's something we should all be aware of and remindedof," she said. "It's the responsibility of every entity within theNavy to detect and respond to indications and warning of in-dividuals compromising security."

Even in the safest workplace, acts of violence can occur,she continued. People who commit acts of violence generallygive off warning signs the key is to recognize those behaviors,

which may include:

- Direct or indirect threats of any kind- Any type of physical assault- A regular pattern of intimidating, harassing or aggressive

behavior, including bullying behavior- An uncontrollable or explosive temper- Stalking- Bringing a weapon to work or an excessive fascination

with weapons- Stealing from the company or other employees- Damaging company property or repeated safety viola-

tions- Sudden or marked changes in behavior- Isolation from coworkers- Frequent disputes over disciplinary actions or termina-

tion

Report a safety concern, even if someone says their violentcomments were a joke. If an employee's anger escalates, andthey begin screaming, shouting or pounding their fists do notargue with the person. Leave the area immediately and call se-curity if the person seems out of control, or if you feel threat-ened.

Security threats may not always be so clear; in fact, elicita-tion is one of the most difficult to identify. Commonly used tosubtly collect information, elicitation involves face-to-face in-teraction. At anytime, anywhere, the elicitor who may seemnormal, posing as a friend at a social gathering or a neighbor

focuses their questions on the importance of an individual'sintelligence service, exploiting their desire to be cordial, inter-esting and helpful, she said.These foreign intelligence officersare intensely interested in DoD employees, and may have acover story to explain why they're asking such questions aboutyour classified work. Offering this information can, conse-quently, jeopardize national safety, she explained.

In such situations, NCIS advises changing the topic, plead-ing ignorance, rather than sharing information you shouldn't,or deflecting questions with other questions and as a generalrule of thumb, if the conversation makes you feel uneasy, re-port it.

An insider threat can also include espionage delivering orcommunicating information about national defense with in-tent, or reason to believe, the information may be used tothreaten the U.S., or may be used to the advantage of a foreignnation. Certain factors can be cause for concern, such asbringing unauthorized electronic devices into work areas, in-appropriately seeking or obtaining classified informationwithout a need-to-know, or expressing divided loyalty to an-other country and frustration to the point of wanting to retal-iate against the government.

To report a potential threat to the security, resources orclassified information, to include workplace violence, elicita-tion or espionage, call 1-800-543-6289, or text "NCIS" alongwith your tip information, to "CRIMES" (274637). You mayalso visit www.ncis.navy.mil, and click on the 24/7 AnonymousTip logo. At Naval Support Activity Bethesda, contact Securityat 301-295-1246, or call NCIS Bethesda at 301-295-0570.

NCIS kicks off campaign against insider threat

ty, allowing them to conduct precise naval surface fire support,or land strikes; cruise missile and ballistic missile defense; andsurface warfare to deter enemy vessels.

Navy planners are targeting a 50- to 100-nautical mile initialcapability with expansion up to 220 nautical miles.

The EM Railgun program, part of ONR's Naval Air WarfareandWeapons Department, previously relied upon governmentlaboratory-based launchers for testing and advancing railguntechnology. The first industry-built launcher, a 32-megajouleprototype demonstrator made by BAE Systems, arrived atDahlgren on Jan. 30. One megajoule of energy is equivalent toa 1-ton car traveling at 100 miles per hour.

"This industry prototype represents a step beyond our pre-vious successful demonstrations of the laboratory launcher,"Ellis said.

The prototype demonstrator incorporates advanced com-posites and improved barrel life performance resulting fromdevelopment efforts on laboratory systems conducted at theNaval Research Laboratory and by Naval SurfaceWarfare Cen-ter Dahlgren Division (NSWCDD). The EM Railgun laboratorydemonstrator tested by NSWCDD fired a world record setting33-megajoule shot in December 2010.

The industry demonstrator will begin test firing this monthas the EM Railgun program prepares for delivery of a secondprototype launcher built by General Atomics.

In the meantime, the Navy is pushing ahead with the nextphase of the EM Railgun program to develop automatic pro-jectile loading systems and thermal management systems tofacilitate increased firing rates of the weapon.

"The next phase of the development effort is to demonstratethe ability to operate at a firing rate of significant military util-ity," Ellis said.

ONR recently awarded $10 million contracts through NavalSea Systems Command to Raytheon Corp., BAE Systems andGeneralAtomicstodevelopapulsedpowersystemforlaunchingprojectilesinrapidsuccession.Thesenewcontractskickoffafive-year effort to achieve a firing rate of six to 10 rounds per minute.

BAE Systems and General Atomics also are commencingconcept development work on the next-generation prototypeEM Railgun capable of the desired firing rate.

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