Damage Controlman Fireman George Helferich of Sanford, who is serving aboard the USS John P Murtha (LPD 26), was recognized by the Commander of the Naval Surface Force in the US Pacific Fleet as the #FaceofSurfaceWarfare on their Facebook page this week. In 1948, the Damage Controlman rating was established as a result of the consolidation of the Specialist (F) (Fire Fighters), Carpenter's Mate, Carpenter's Mate (SR) (Joiners), Carpenter's Mate (SR) (Builders), and Painter ratings. The duties performed by DCs…
