By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class (AW) Kevin S. The Secretary of the Navy (SECNAV), Donald C. Winter, came aboard USS Virginia (SSN 774) and spent the day touring the ship and meeting the crew. This was Winter's first underway visit aboard a Virginia-class submarine. Winter's message to the ship's Sailors was one of thanks for their commitment and contribution to the nation's defense during his day-long visit. "First, I would like to thank all of you for your diligence and hard work. This is always a treat for me to come and visit the Sailors in the fleet," Winter said. Winter also awarded and pinned two Sailors for achieving their submarine warfare qualification.