Hampton native stands watch while serving aboard USS John Finn
John Finn is assigned to Commander, Task Force 71/Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest forward-deployed DESRON and the U.S. 7th fleet’s principal surface force.
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Virginia Beach native supports versatile missions while serving at U.S. Navy Helicopter Squadron
McKenzie joined the Navy nearly eight years ago. Today, McKenzie serves as an information systems technician. “I joined the Navy because I wanted to see the world and I knew serving would offer that opportunity,” said McKenzie.
Chesapeake native supports versatile missions while serving at U.S. Navy Helicopter Squadron
“I learned to never take anything for granted and to always stay grounded,” said Samuels. “With hard work and God by your side, you can achieve anything.”
Chesapeake native continues a 123-year tradition of service under the sea
“Serving in the Navy means a handful of different things to me,” said Johnson. “It ensures that my wife and kids are provided with anything they need on a daily basis. Secondly, each day that I successfully do my job in the Navy is another day my family and fellow citizens can sleep in peace knowing their freedom is protected. Lastly, serving in the Navy means I get the chance to get better every day. I am never sitting idle. I strive to be better each day.”
Newport News native supports versatile missions while serving at U.S. Navy Helicopter Squadron
“My grandfathers served in the U.S. Air Force and even though I joined the Navy, I still wanted to continue a family tradition of military service,”
Virginia Beach native supports versatile missions while serving at U.S. Navy Helicopter Squadron
“I have grown up around many high-ranking officers and they served as excellent role models,” said Lyon. “They modeled how I should conduct myself in the Navy. For example, my best friend’s dad was an admiral who was very professional, squared away and a great person to look up to overall.”
Virginia Beach native supports versatile missions while serving at U.S. Navy Helicopter Squadron
“I am most proud of being responsible for the pilot’s safety,” said Zhen. “It’s my job to make sure their equipment is good to go.”
Virginia Beach native stands watch while serving about USS Decatur
7th Fleet is the U.S. Navy’s largest forward-deployed numbered fleet, and routinely interacts and operates with Allies and partners in preserving a free and open Indo-Pacific region.
Chesapeake native named Naval Medical Readiness Logistics Command’s Senior Civilian of the Year
“I am honored to keep serving this great nation and providing support to the warfighters,” said Gerten. “I joined the Navy and followed in my father’s path.”
Portsmouth resident serves at Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command Portsmouth
Today, Ucanan serves as a logistics specialist. “My favorite part of being a logistics specialist is serving the needs of the sailors,” said Ucanan.
Virginia Beach native serves with one of the Navy’s newest tilt-rotor aircraft squadrons
“Growing up with my grandparents and my family supporting back home in the Philippines made me work hard from a young age and understand that you have to work for everything in hopes of a better life,” said Tadeo.
Norfolk native serves aboard Navy warship in San Diego
Derby is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible. “I would like to thank my lead petty officer, Petty Officer 1st Class Brandon Doxtator,” added Derby. “He has been a great leader, teaching me to work beyond my rank, and was supportive every step of the way.”