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Captain Robert G. Sprigg - Commanding Officer USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73) Born in San Francisco, California, Captain Robert G. Sprigg is a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, class of 1969. Following graduation, he underwent flight training in Pensacola, Florida; Meridian, Mississippi; and Beeville, Texas, earning his wings in 1971. In May 1971, he reported to VT-7, NAS Meridian, as a flight instructor. In 1973, he reported to Attack Squadron 94, serving aboard USS CORAL SEA (CV 43). In 1976, Captain Sprigg attended the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, California, where he earned a Master’s Degree in Aeronautical Engineering. Following graduation, he reported to Air Test and Evaluation Squadron 5, China Lake, California, where he was assigned as F A-18 Project Director until returning to Lemoore for his department head tour with the “Royal Maces” of Attack Squadron 27. Captain Sprigg was selected for test pilot training at the U.S. Naval Test Pilot School, Patuxent River, Maryland, graduating in June 1983. He was subsequently selected for command and reported aboard Strike Fighter Squadron 113 as Executive Officer in February 1984, before becoming Commanding Officer in September 1985. Captain Sprigg attended Naval Nuclear Power School in 1987. In 1988 he reported on board USS CARL VINSON (CVN 70) where he served as Executive Officer from November 1988 until November 1990. In April 1991, Captain Sprigg assumed command of USS CAMDEN (AOE 2) while deployed to the Arabian Gulf in support of Operation Desert Storm Providc Comfort. In addition to the normal duties in support of the NIMITZ Battle Group, CAMDEN provided logistical support to eight ships of foreign navies who were part of the multinational force deployed in the Arabian Gulf. Captain Sprigg’s numerous awards include the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal with Gold Star, Navy Expeditionary Medal (three awards), Meritorious Unit Commendation (three awards), and the Humanitarian Service Medal. His flying experience includes over 3,200 flight hours in tactical jet aircraft and over 500 arrested landings in more than 20 different aircraft. Captain Sprigg is married to the former Paula Marie Voegtle. They currently reside in Norfolk, Virginia. Command 5
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