26 January 2026 ‘Old Tar’ Designation Passes to Naval Information Forces, Force Master Chief Augustine Cooper ARLINGTON, Va. - The Surface Navy Association’s (SNA) 38th Symposium recognized the ‘Old Tar’ award to honor the senior qualified Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist (ESWS) in Arlington, Va., Jan.15. Since 1998, the award has been presented to the Sailor who is the earliest recipient of the ESWS...