As we approach the 20th year of military operations overseas in the Middle East, it is important to separate the warriors from the wars. Today above all days we must not forget those who did not come home.
NORFOLK
The Virginia-class attack submarine USS John Warner (SSN 785), homeported at Naval Station Norfolk, continued a time-honored submarine tradition during its recent deployment.
Sailors aboard John Warner created a submarine battle flag highlighting accomplishments they made throughout its deployment. The flag is comprised of patches stitched together, each one symbolizing an achievement or memory made.
Command Master Chief Anthony Amato, John Warnerâs chief of the boat, spoke on the importance of exercising Navy traditions, customs and practices to preserve naval history.
âIt is the responsibility of every submariner to have a thorough understanding of naval customs and traditions, proactively integrating naval traditions, customs and practices into the decision-making process, training and daily leadership and using naval history to demonstrate who we are as a force,â said Amato. âThe battle flag links every Sailor who steps aboard this warship and rein