
Cruz, the senior enlisted leader of George Washington’s Reactor Department. “We maintain operational readiness through classroom and deckplate training combined with complex drills and evolutions,” said Master Chief Electrician’s Mate Ernest C. The award is a testament to the entire carrier fleet by showcasing its flexibility and adaptability as the Navy’s centerpiece of forward presence in the 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th Fleet Areas of Responsibility.

The 2015 carrier Battle ‘E’ is unique since it was achieved during the Navy’s first three-carrier hull swap, executed between George Washington, USS Theodore Roosevelt (CVN 71) and USS Ronald Reagan (CVN 76). Recognizing sustained superior performance in an operational environment, the Battle ‘E’ measures a ship’s performance through numerous evaluations and inspections. Three crews will be authorized to wear the ribbon, and that should make you proud.” “This award is a testament to the hard work each and every one of you contributed to successfully complete each mission. Kuehhas, commanding officer of George Washington. “The 2015 Battle ‘E’ recognizes each one of you,” said Capt.

ATLANTIC OCEAN (DATE) – The aircraft carrier USS George Washington (CVN 73) earned the Commander, Naval Air Forces Carrier Battle Effectiveness Award, or Battle ‘E’, March 4.Īwarded annually to a carrier on the East and West Coast, the Battle ‘E’ recognizes ships that display the highest level of preparedness and wartime readiness.
