A message from the chief of supply corps

Navy Supply Corps Newsletter, May-June, 2003 by Justin D. McCarthy

As I write this note, the war in Iraq is in its 6th day. Our thoughts and prayers are with the brave soldiers, Sailors, airmen, marines and coastguardsmen engaged in defense of our freedom, as well as with the members of the allied forces fighting with us. May they all be protected and returned home safely when their mission is completed. They have our total support.

The support you are all providing continues to be superb. Just watching you all in action is inspiring. The communications and teamwork have been better than I've ever seen and the great support being provided our operational forces is a direct reflection of your efforts. A recent note I received from our departing Undersecretary of the Navy, Susan Morrisey Livingstone, sums it up well. She writes: "... please know you have my respect and admiration for all you do ... for it is amazing, exceptional and makes a difference." Keep up the great work!

This issue of the Newsletter includes an interview with RADM Daniel H. Stone, SC, USN, Director for Logistics and Enginnering, U.S. Northern Command. Dan is responsible for standing up the logistics and engineering support for our newest joint command focused on homeland defense efforts. He's writing a new chapter in the book of Supply Corps engagement in the joint arena. It's a fascinating and exciting story.

In addition you will read about some of the exciting things happening forward in support of T-AVB operations, a report from the USS Bataan, the role our people played in supporting the Guam recovery operations from typhoon Pongsona, an update on some of our technology enhancement efforts, as well as some exciting initiatives underway at the Naval Postgraduate School. There's something of interest to everyone. Enjoy!