USS RUSSELL (DDG-59)

05/02/2026

We proudly recognize a significant milestone as BMC Gibson raises his right hand and commits to continued service in the United States Navy. ⚓️

From the first line thrown to the last evolution secured, BMs are involved in every evolution aboard. They are proud to stand among those who keep the Navy moving, one mission at a time. ⚓️

Boatswain’s Mates—where tradition meets toughness. Let’s Go, Red Dragon Family!

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04/28/2026

We proudly recognize a significant milestone as a QM2 Rogersstandford raises his right hand and commits to continued service in the United States Navy. ⚓️

Reenlistment is more than a ceremony—it’s a reaffirmation of dedication, resilience, and the unwavering commitment to mission and shipmates. Each oath represents a choice to keep serving something greater than oneself.


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04/23/2026

Please join us in congratulating our Sailors of the Quarter on their well-deserved selection.

Senior Sailor of the Quarter, IT1(SW) Osorio
Sailor of the Quarter, LS2(SW) Montesmunoz
Junior Sailor of the Quarter, MM3 Rivera
Blue Jacket of the Quarter, ITSN Snover

Their sustained superior performance, dedication to mission accomplishment, and commitment to excellence set them apart from their peers. These Sailors exemplify the Navy’s core values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment every day.

02/15/2026

Red Dragons on Deck!

From Duty Section Turnover to Firefighting Drills, Re-stow all gear and REPEAT.

Hooyah Red Dragons! Always Ready! ⚓️

02/15/2026

At all Hands Call, we celebrated Red Dragons excellence!

Bravo Zulu to CS1 Johnson and FC3 Monsalud on their advancements, and congratulations to IT2 Hines on a successful tour and earning the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal.

02/15/2026

🎶 “Ding ding… Red Dragon, DEPARTING.” 🎶

We ring off and bid farewell to CS2 Ferris, STG1 Llorens, EMC Kulak, FCA2 Stone — grateful for the memories made, the missions accomplished, and the shipmates who became family.

Fair winds and following seas to those moving on to the next adventure. May the seas stay calm and the winds always be at your back.

Hip hip — hooray!

Hip hip — hooray!

Hip hip — hooray!

Three cheers and a heartfelt farewell!⚓️

02/11/2026

We recognize the successful completion of tours for LTJG Gordon S. Guest, MMCS Nicholas Healy, EMC John J. Kulak, STG1 Brittanie L. Llorens, MM1 Douglas A. Oreilly, OS1 Akeem Corley, CTT1 Sydnee E. Cummings, NC1 Brandon Moore, FCA2 Joshua R. Stone, MM2 Austin J. Ludwig, IT2 Vincent D. Gawronski, and RS3 Jing Wang by awarding the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal for their outstanding performance and dedicated service. We thank them for their contributions to the command and wish them fair winds and following seas as they move on to their next assignment.

Once a Red Dragon, Always a Red Dragon!

10/13/2025

10/03/2025

It’s a daily grind, but the Red Dragons persevere as we proceed with our Maintenance Phase.🔧



1️⃣ BM3 Eleana Ashley Ventura from San Jose, CA organizes and maintains the Container Express (Conex) for efficient storage and retrieval.

2️⃣ SN Michael Kizer from Detroit, MI conducts preventative maintenance and readiness checks on flotation equipment.

3️⃣ EM2 Nash Jones from Cinccinnati, OH conducts corrective maintenance on a Morpac valve.

📸 by STG2 Kim