The Air Force weapon systems officer whose daring rescue by special operations forces captivated the United States over the weekend signaled to his saviors by waving his stars-and-stripes-patterned boxer shorts, a defense contractor familiar with the mission told The High Side.
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The USS Parche (SSN 683), a Sturgeon-class nuclear-powered submarine, stands as one of the most extraordinary vessels in the history of the U.S. Navy. Commissioned on August 17, 1974, at a time when the Cold War was in full swing, Parche’s role evolved from a fast attack submarine into a highly specialized platform for some of the most secretive and daring missions of underwater espionage. Known for its ability to gather critical intelligence deep beneath the ocean, the Parche became the Navy’s most decorated submarine, carrying out covert operations that were instrumental to national security.
Story by Joshua Rodriguez
Leaders from across the Information Warfare (IW) community convened at the Naval Information Forces (NAVIFOR) headquarters for a pivotal three-day Commanders’ Summit, held March 30-April 1. The summit focused on aligning strategic priorities, driving innovation, and continuing the generation of premier combat-ready IW forces for the fleet to increase warfighting readiness.
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The Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) announces the 2026 CNO Naval History Essay Contest, commemorating the enduring legacy of America’s Navy and the 250th anniversary of our Nation.
Details: https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Portals/55/Messages/NAVADMIN/NAV2026/NAV26074.pdf?ver=7YnyyGTAf9y6IFFdzu1iQA%3d%3d
Please correct me if I’m wrong, but for a Cryptologic Technician Sailor seeking a commission as a Cryptologic Warfare Officer (1810), there is a very narrow window of opportunity—one that effectively excludes most second class (PO2) and first class petty officers (PO1). Sailors who are no longer eligible for the U.S. Naval Academy or Officer Candidate School often find themselves waiting until they reach Chief Petty Officer (E-7) with at least 14 years of service before another pathway becomes available. Reestablishing the Limited Duty Officer (LDO) program would help close this gap, providing deserving Sailors a viable path to a commission while also strengthening technical expertise within the 1810 wardroom.
Below are the current requirements:
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The US Navy has awarded Northrop Grumman a $334.4 million contract modification to produce up to nine additional Surface Electronic Warfare Improvement Program (SEWIP) Block 3 electronic attack (EA) systems, including the first shipset for installation on a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier (CVN).
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