Armed Forces News

An April Fool’s joke may be the genesis of a fake Navy message announcing a temporary freeze on fiscal year 2004 officer and enlisted promotions. “All promotions and advancements are proceeding normally this year,” said Sharon Anderson, spokeswoman for the Chief of Naval Personnel. “The message is a hoax. There is absolutely no truth behind it.” The message, made to resemble a NAVADMIN, is circulating via e-mail.