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SAN DieGO — A 2013 Hammonton High School graduate is serving in the U . S . Navy aboard the guided missile destroyer , USS Milius .
Fireman Nicholas Bagliani is a damage controlman aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer operating out of San Diego , California .
A Navy damage controlman is a firefighter .
“ i ’ m a first responder for any casualty . i also teach the crew how to fight a fire at sea ,” Bagliani said .
Commissioned in November of 1996 , Milius measures approximately 500 feet and is powered by four gas turbines that allow the destroyer to achieve over 30 mph in open seas . Destroyers are tactical multi-mission surface combatants capable of conducting anti-air warfare , anti-submarine warfare and anti-surface warfare , as well as humanitarian assistance . Fast , maneuverable and technically advanced , destroyers provide the required warfighting expertise and operational flexibility to execute any tasking overseas .
“ Leading Milius sailors is exceptionally rewarding because they genuinely care for one another as people . they want to see one another succeed and each of them works toward that collective goal . As a commanding officer , you can ’ t ask for a better culture than that ,” Cmdr . Gil Ayan , commanding officer of USS Milius said .
With a crew of more than 300 sailors , jobs are highly specialized and keep each part of the destroyer running smoothly , according to Navy officials . the jobs range from washing dishes and preparing meals to maintaining engines and handling weaponry .
“ i like the small ship feel and the togetherness we have in my division . it ’ s the people who make a real difference ,” Bagliani said .
Challenging living conditions build strong fellowship among the crew , Navy officials explained . the crew is highly motivated and quickly adapt to changing conditions . it is a busy life of specialized work , watches and drills .
“ i wanted to serve since i was a
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HHS grad Nicholas Bagliani serving aboard U . S . Navy destroyer
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2013 Hammonton High School graduate Nicholas Bagliani is serving in the U . S . Navy aboard the guided missile destroyer , USS Milius . little kid . So , it ’ s knocking out that aspiration i ’ ve had for a long time . Doing something outside the normal . Doing something on my own to make people proud ,” Bagliani said .
Cruisin ’ MainStreet May 20
HAMMONtON — Hundreds of classic cars will fill the streets of downtown Hammonton on May 20 . MainStreet Hammonton is proud to present the long-held annual tradition , “ Cruisin ’ MainStreet ... remember Friday Nights ” which will be held on Friday , May 20 , beginning at 5:30 p . m . the rain date is Saturday , May 21 .
Cruisin ’ MainStreet offers a nostalgic glimpse of yesteryear by celebrating the 1950s that includes a bubble gum blowing and hula-hoop contests . there will be plenty of food , in-store specials and fun for the entire family .
For more information , call 567- 9014 or www . downtownhammonton . com .
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