On the 5th of August, a remarkable naval officer and his lovely wife transitioned to civilian life after 33 years of dedicated service to the nation. The ceremony was held at the splendid Army-Navy Country Club’s Five Star Ballroom, overlooking the proud spire of the Washington Monument. As attendee Joe Mazafro noted, it might have been the most active and retired Flag and General Officers assembled in years. No less than four of the last five Joint Staff J2’s were In attendance to honor RADM Paul Becker and his wife Kim...
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