160921-N-DC740-014 OAK HARBOR, Wash. (Sept. 21, 2016) – Capt. Geoff Moore, Naval Air Station Whidbey Island commanding officer, speaks during a special meal commemorating the base's 74th anniversary. "We've had 74 years, and I expect us to have at least 74 more," said Moore. "This base continues to be an important part of our national capabilities." NASWI was duly commissioned when Capt. Cyril Thomas Simard read the orders on the steps of Building 12 and the watch was set, Sept. 21, 1942. This photo has been altered for security purposes. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class John Hetherington/Released)
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Petty Officer 2nd Class John Hetherington
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