We promised the recruiting command we would only send the 'best of the best' of our Sailors here in Europe. We have met that mark and exceeded it. Hallstein explained how everyone benefits from this program. The Sailor gets to go home, the command gets to show off their top Sailors, and our Sailors carry the message back on how important our mission is here in Europe. Hallstein said that Sailors selected for this duty have positive effects on recruiting efforts.
Sailors love to show the world what they do, how proud they are and what they have accomplished.
They are the example of what the Navy's looking to recruit. It's important not to confuse B-HARP with HARP duty. All personnel, regardless of rank or time in the Navy, are eligible for HARP duty. B-HARP looks for first and second term Sailors. The B-HARP program covers transportation costs.