Waltham

Navy Seaman Derek T. Hogan

December 15, 2010(FHTNC)--Navy Seaman Derek T. Hogan, son of Nancy M. Karaguezian of Waltham, Mass. and Harry T. Hogan, of Waltham, Mass., recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. During the eight-week program, Hogan completed a variety of training which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness. The capstone event of boot camp is "Battle Stations". This exercise gives recruits the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the fleet. "Battle Stations" is designed to galvanize the basic warrior attributes of sacrifice, dedication, teamwork and endurance in each recruit through the practical application of basic Navy skills and the core values of Honor, Courage and Commitment. Its distinctly ''Navy'' flavor was designed to take into account what it means to be a Sailor. Hogan is a 2004 graduate of Waltham High School of Waltham, Mass. Source: Armed Forces News Services