USS Whidbey Island (LSD 41)

12/17/2021

Another day, another promotion! Congratulations to our newest O-2, Lieutenant Junior Grade Poole!

(U.S. Navy Photos by Lieutenant Junior Grade Drew Hendricks/17 December, 2021)

12/16/2021

Congratulations to our newest O-2, Lieutenant Junior Grade Siefert!

(U.S. Navy Photos by Boatswain’s Mate Second Class Steven Pedroza/16 December, 2021)

12/14/2021

Congratulations to our sailors of the quarter (4th quarter) for Fiscal year 2021!

🔹Bluejacket of the Quarter, Boatswain’s Mate Seaman Brown.

🔹Junior Sailor of the Quarter, Interior Communications Electrician Third Class Rodriguez.

🔹Sailor of the Quarter, Boatswain’s Mate Second Class Glumm.

🔹Senior Sailor of the Quarter, Boatswain’s Mate First Class Dailey.

(U.S. Navy Photos by Lieutenant Junior Grade Drew Hendricks/13 December, 2021)

12/13/2021

The Navy Wide Advancement Exam results are in and the USS WHIDBEY ISLAND (L*D 41) has some newly frocked sailors!

🌟 Our newest E-4’s, Quartermaster Third Class Radick, Information Systems Technician Third Class Stasolla, and Personnel Specialist Third Class Wilson!

🌟 The newest E-5’s, Yeoman Second Class Bediako, Yeoman Second Class Cervantes, Engineman Second Class Ogle, Culinary Specialist Second Class Whitted, Hospital Corpsmen Second Class Sedeno and Engineman Second Class Snyder!

🌟 And your newest E-6 members, Gunners Mate First Class Meyer, Engineman First Class Campos and Engineman First Class Hu!

Bravo Zulu, Shipmates!

(U.S. Navy Photos by Lieutenant Junior Grade Hendricks/13 December, 2021)

12/10/2021

Congratulations to Engineman Second Class Campos on his re-enlistment!

And Thank you Hampton Roads Naval Museum for sharing the moment!

12/10/2021

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12/10/2021

Congratulations to Fire Controlman Second Class Swinn and Fire Controlman Second Class Uresti on their re-enlistments!

(U.S. Navy Photos by Lieutenant Junior Grade Abraham Asmah/10 December, 2021)

Congratulations to Fire Controlman Second Class Swinn and Fire Controlman Second Class Uresti on their re-enlistments!

(U.S. Navy Photos by Lieutenant Junior Grade Abraham Asmah/10 December, 2021)

12/08/2021

11/30/2021

Happy Hanukkah !

Happy Hanukkah! 🕎

It's another day with a little more glimmer and glow!

11/30/2021

For families wishing to visit their locally stationed relatives this holiday season, check out the flyer!

Stationed and live aboard a ship, in barracks, or in single Sailor PPV in Hampton Roads? Invite your family to come visit you during the holidays and receive complimentary hotel accommodations thanks to Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society.

See flyer for more information or speak with your command.

11/30/2021

Photos from U.S. Marine Corps's post

11/28/2021

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Navajo Code Talker_10.mp4

11/25/2021

You’ve probably heard the figure of speech, “It’s enough to feed an entire army!” But how much food does it take to really feed service members a holiday dinner?

🍁 5,706 whole turkeys
🍁 59,666 pounds of roasted turkeys
🍁 99,187 pounds of beef
🍁 51,994 pounds of ham
🍁 43,767 pounds of shrimp
🍁 38,400 pounds of sweet potatoes
🍁 68,465 pounds of pies and cakes
🍁 23,461 gallons of eggnog
🍁 And many other holiday treats

Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)’s Troop Support program can begin planning as early as March to ensure service members can enjoy a traditional holiday meal: https://go.usa.gov/xen7u.

11/25/2021

What are you thankful for this Thanksgiving?

Here at the USS WHIDBEY ISLAND(L*D 41) we are thankful for all of our hardworking sailors and the work they contribute each and everyday. Especially on holidays.

A special thanks is in order to our Culinary Specialists and Food Service Attendants that make sure our sailors are fed 7 days a week, 365 days a year. This Thanksgiving, they provided quite a spread, including two handmade bread cornucopias, ham, turkey and all the fixins!

#givethanks

11/25/2021

Congratulations to Operations Specialist Second Class Vallez for earning the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal!

11/18/2021

Military Moments: CDR O'Canas

Check out our very own Commanding Officer, Commander Kristel O’Cañas!!

11/11/2021

To all who have served, we thank you for your courage, your strength, and your sacrifices. Happy Veterans Day.

11/11/2021

Many congratulations are in order, please share your best wishes to the following individuals on their many accomplishments.

🌟 Congratulations to Cryptologic Technician Technical Second Class Na on being awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Achievment Medal.

🌟 Congratulations to the following individuals for earning their Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist insignia, Fire Controlman Second Class Baugh, Fire Controlman Second Class Bello, Electricians Mate Second Class Chen, Hospital Corpsmen Second Class Hoover, Hospital Corpsmen Second Class Mango, and Logistics Specialist Second Class Hossain!

🌟 And finally, congratulations to our Assistant Supply Officer on her promotion to (O-2) Lieutenant Junior Grade Hendricks!

11/11/2021

Fair winds and following seas to Master Chief Culinary Specialist (SW/AW) Keevan Haynes as he officially departs the USS WHIDBEY ISLAND (L*D 41). CSCM Haynes was also awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation medal.

(U.S. Navy Photos by Lieutenant Junior Grade Hendricks/ 10 November 2021)

11/11/2021

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Cake Cutting Ceremony.mp4

11/08/2021

Photos from U.S. Navy's post

11/03/2021

November is #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth

⚓ Many Indigenous people have served in the Navy throughout history, including Rear Admiral Joseph J. “Jocko” Clark.

⚓ During WWII, RDML Clark commanded aircraft carriers and a task force in the Pacific War.

MORE HERE ➡️ https://go.usa.gov/xeYu9

11/03/2021

DOD Honors Native Americans and Their Many Contributions to the Nation

DOD Honors Native Americans and Their Many Contributions to the Nation

The Defense Department and the nation are celebrating National American Indian Heritage Month — a time to reflect on the contributions and sacrifices Native Americans have made to the United States,

10/30/2021

The USS WHIDBEY ISLAND (L*D 41) wishes fair winds and following seas to our Auxiliaries Officer, Lieutenant Tabitha Hendley!

(U.S. Navy Photos by Ensign Drew Hendricks/ 29 October, 2021)

10/26/2021

With 36 years in the fleet, the Navy’s oldest non-nuclear powered warship, (besides the USS Constitution) the USS WHIDBEY ISLAND(L*D41) commissioned February 9, 1985 completed her final underway today on October 25, 2021.

A bittersweet moment for the crew as years of history were culminated in just a few hours. Regardless of time, the Whidbey Island will always be “First in Her class, First Always”.

(U.S. Navy Photos by Lieutenant Cynthia Williams, Ensign Drew Hendricks, Ensign Alina Guerra and Chief Master At Arms Jesse Chandler/ 25 October, 2021)

10/22/2021

Relationship abuse is about power and control, and there are usually more than one form of abuse happening in an abusive relationship. Learn more at bit.ly/types-abuse

If you’re experiencing abuse in your relationship, you are not alone. Contact an advocate 24/7 by texting “START” to 88788 or call 1-800-799-SAFE. You can also visit your installation Fleet and Family Support Center for information on available resources.

#DVAM #DVAM2021 #1thing

10/18/2021

Congratulations to our newest O-2, Lieutenant Junior Grade Joshua Krog!! LTJG Krog is currently the OC DIVO for the Operations Department.

10/13/2021

Happy 246th Birthday to the U.S. Navy, from the USS WHIDBEY ISLAND (L*D41)!

#reslientandready

10/12/2021

Return to the USS Cole

#rememberUSSCole

10/10/2021

"America’s Recovery: Powered by Inclusion"
Navy Region Mid-Atlantic is proud to support National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). Held each October, #NDEAM aims to educate about #disability employment issues and celebrate the many and varied contributions of America's workers with #disabilities.

10/10/2021

Photos from Commander Naval Surface Force Atlantic's post

10/09/2021

Miguel Keith (1951 – 1970) was a United States Marine posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroic actions in Vietnam in May 1970. While in battle, despite being severely wounded, he advanced on enemy combatants, allowing his platoon to defeat a numerically superior opposing force. The expeditionary sea base USS Miguel Keith (ESB 5) is named in his honor. #HispanicHeritageMonth2021

10/07/2021

1 isn’t just a number, it’s SOMEONE - a family member, a neighbor, a coworker, a friend. Domestic violence affects all of us, and all of us must be part of the solution. Navy Region Mid-Atlantic stands in solidarity with survivors.

If you’re experiencing abuse in your relationship, you are not alone. Contact an advocate 24/7 by texting “START” to 88788 or call 1-800-799-SAFE. You can also visit your installation Fleet and Family Support Center for information on available resources.

#DVAM #DVAM2021 #1thing

10/07/2021

#HOME Is Just Over The Horizon!!!

The #iwoarg, consisting of USS Iwo Jima LHD 7, USS Carter Hall - L*D 50 and USS San Antonio (LPD-17), is making its way home following an 8-month underway to U.S. Naval Forces Europe-Africa/U.S. Sixth Fleet, U.S. Naval Forces Central Command / U.S. 5th Fleet, where they assisted in #operationalliesrefuge.