Commander Giarra was a naval aviator who flew P-3 Orions. He was a fleet officer of the deck, served in two ships, and was a designated strategic planner and alliance manager. 

Articles by Commander Paul S. Giarra, U.S. Navy

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Let No Shipboard Fire Go to Waste

By Commander Paul S. Giarra, U.S. Navy (Retired)
May 2023
It has been nearly three years since the catastrophic fire on board the USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD-6). Lessons from that fire must be learned—not forgotten.