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January 2023[edit]

Hello, I'm Philipnelson99. I wanted to let you know that I reverted one of your recent contributions—specifically this edit to United States Secretary of the Navy—because it did not appear constructive. If you would like to experiment, please use the sandbox. If you have any questions, you can ask for assistance at the Teahouse or the Help desk. Thanks. Philipnelson99 (talk) 22:30, 26 January 2023 (UTC)[reply]

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February 2023[edit]

Please do not add original research or novel syntheses of published material to articles as you apparently did to USS Shiloh (CG-67). Please cite a reliable source for all of your contributions.
Additonally, don't just make up some random ref name and slap on your entry to try and make it appear sourced. It just creates problems that others editors have to fix for you. (Plus how can you miss the LARGE RED: "Cite error... " notice on the page?) - wolf 07:26, 10 February 2023 (UTC)[reply]

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Managing a conflict of interest[edit]

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Also, editing for the purpose of advertising, publicising, or promoting anyone or anything is not permitted. Thank you. - wolf 07:30, 10 February 2023 (UTC)[reply]

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Added note[edit]

Seeing as how you are editing multiple US Navy articles, such as ships and other related subjects, and doing so from a Navy computer, you are strongly encouraged to read the WP:COI guidelines, and ensure that you follow any directions that apply to you, before you edit any articles related to the United States military or government. Thank you - wolf 07:39, 10 February 2023 (UTC)[reply]

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