On Our Scope.

This article provides information related to article published in the October 2003 issue of the journal 'Naval History' along with steps taken by the journal's editors for improving services on naval issues. The issue presents a call made by James Schlesinger at the Army and Navy Country Club in Arlington, Virginia to commemorate the World War II naval victory at Midway, what he sees at this country's Trafalgar. The bonds established among shipmates — certainly those felt among Midway veterans — are some of humanity's strongest. In recognition of this extraordinary relationship, Naval History and Proceedings, the flagship publication of the parent organization, the U.S. Naval Institute, consistently have published a calendar of upcoming ships' reunions. Through the diligence of a committee of computer-savvy staff members, in particular Senior Programmer Bob Parkinson, editors of the journal have established the Naval Institute Online Military Reunions Service, something Parkinson sees as the best military reunion outlet available anywhere. Unlike the printed notices, the new system allows organizers not only instant postings, but also instant updates and e-mail options. It also allows for reunion registrations and comments from attendees. The only requirement is for those taking advantage of the service to register as users of the Naval Institute Web site, which is a simple process and not meant for any future nefarious purposes.