Toms River Native Takes Command Of U.S. Naval Forces Korea

Toms River Native Takes Command Of U.S. Naval Forces Korea

TOMS RIVER – Township native Sharif Calfee has been promoted to rear admiral (lower half) and has taken command of U.S. Naval Forces Korea, marking the latest milestone in a career that has spanned decades and several posts across the Asia-Pacific region.   Calfee, a 1992 graduate of Toms River East High School, said he was “honored and humbled” by both the promotion and the new assignment.   “I appreciate the opportunity to continue serving our…

US, Republic of Korea Conduct Maritime Counter Special Operations Forces Exercise

PYEONGTAEK, Republic of Korea – The U.S. Navy and Republic of Korea (ROK) Navy conducted a Maritime Counter Special Operations Forces Exercise (MCSOFEX) in Pyeongtaek, Republic of Korea, and its surrounding waters and airspace, Nov. 17-20.