Congratulations Tilghman!

I'm so proud of my brother-in-law! Promotions were announced today and my favorite brother in law, Tilghman, was promoted to Admiral! Join me in congratulating him!

From the Department of Defense

WASHINGTON (NNS) -- Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates announced March 26 that the president has made the following nominations:

Capt. Tilghman D. Payne has been nominated for appointment to the rank of rear admiral (lower half). Payne is currently serving as executive assistant to the assistant secretary of the Navy (installations and environment), Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Navy, Washington, D.C.