WASHINGTON, Dec. 9 -- The Naval Sea Systems Command issued the following news:

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Navy Chief Commissions as Officer, Urges Sailors to Explore Opportunities

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Chief Electronics Technician (Nuclear) Brett Wiggington commissioned as an officer recently, marking a significant milestone in his Navy career. Just months earlier, he was preparing to leave the naval service, unsure if staying in uniform was the right choice for him and his family.