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"USS Howard CO Removed Twice in 6 Months for 'Loss of Confidence'"
military1 year ago

"USS Howard CO Removed Twice in 6 Months for 'Loss of Confidence'"

The Navy has relieved Cmdr. Cameron Dennis of his duties as commanding officer of the Japan-based destroyer Howard, marking the second time in less than six months that the ship's CO has been removed. Dennis, who took command in September, has been reassigned to the 7th Fleet staff, while Capt Dave Huljack will serve as commanding officer until a permanent replacement is found. The Navy cited a "loss of confidence" in Dennis's ability to perform his duties but did not provide further details.

"Navy Removes Commanding Officer of USS Howard"
military2 years ago

"Navy Removes Commanding Officer of USS Howard"

The commanding officer of the guided-missile destroyer Howard, Cmdr. Kenji Igawa, has been relieved of his duties by Vice Adm. Karl Thomas, commander of the U.S. 7th Fleet, due to a loss of confidence in his ability to command. Igawa will be reassigned to the staff of Commander, U.S. 7th Fleet, while Capt. Edward Angelinas will temporarily assume the role of commanding officer until a permanent replacement is found. No further details were provided. The USS Howard is based in Yokosuka, Japan, and is part of Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron 15.