YN1 Melissa M. Simmons
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Leadership
Recently at Commander, Navy Reserve Forces Command Vice Adm. Dirk J. Debbink, Chief of Navy Reserve and Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) presented nine employers from the Hampton Roads area with Certificates of Appreciation for their support of the Navy Reserve. During the ceremony Debbink was also presented with an “Above and Beyond” award from ESGR for his continued service.

 
Images from the Field
Master-at-Arms 2nd Class Scott Kroes, foreground, fires his M9 service pistol. Sailors assigned to Submarine Group (SUBGRU) 9 Security Force Reserve Component Detachment 2 participated in a mandatory semi-annual weapons qualification course to maintain small arms proficiency and unit readiness.

A Day in the Navy Reserve 
February 6, 2012
Sailors assigned to Beach Master Unit (BMU) 2 watch the sunrise before the start of the amphibious assault phase of Bold Alligator 2012. Bold Alligator is the largest naval amphibious exercise in the past 10 years and represents the Navy and Marine Corps' revitalization of the full range of amphibious operations. The exercise focuses on today's fight with today's forces, while showcasing the advantages of seabasing. This exercise takes place Jan. 30 through Feb. 12, 2012 afloat and ashore in and around Virginia and North Carolina.