SAN DIEGO - Lt. Micah Burge, a native of Kirbyville, Missouri, serves the U.S. Navy and is assigned to Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center (SMWDC), where the Navy’s surface warfighters increase the lethality and tactical proficiency of the Surface Force.
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Burge graduated from Branson High School in 2014. Additionally, Burge earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of Oklahoma in 2018.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Kirbyville.
“I grew up in a small town so things like hard work and also being approachable to others have carried me throughout my career,” Burge said.
Burge joined the Navy seven years ago. Today, Burge serves as a surface warfare officer.
“I joined the Navy to give back to my country and to serve others,” Burge said. “The Navy has given me so many travels and adventures that I never expected. I fell in love with the ocean in third grade. I’ve wanted to join the Navy since seventh grade. I was interested in serving in the military, seeing the world and service.”
“SMWDC sailors exemplify the dedication, expertise and tactical excellence that drive the lethality of our Surface Force,” said Rear Adm. Wilson Marks, Commander, Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center. “Through their commitment to warfighting innovation and operational proficiency, they strengthen our Navy’s combat readiness and ensure that we remain ready to deter or defeat any adversary when our nation calls.”
The U.S. Navy is celebrating its 250th birthday this year.
According to Navy officials, “America is a maritime nation and for 250 years, America’s Warfighting Navy has sailed the globe in defense of freedom.”
With 90% of global commerce traveling by sea and access to the internet relying on the security of undersea fiber optic cables, Navy officials continue to emphasize that the prosperity of the United States is directly linked to recruiting and retaining talented people from across the rich fabric of America.
Burge has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“I’m most proud of the tactical development and support provided to ships throughout our Navy,” Burge said. “Through my work with SMWDC, I’ve gotten to talk to so many different sailors and seen how their drive has improved and changed our Navy.”
Burge serves a Navy that operates far forward, around the world and around the clock, promoting the nation’s prosperity and security.
“Serving in the Navy means the world to me,” Burge said. “There is a high standard expected, and you give up a lot to serve. However, the people you work with and the impact you can have is great and really affects how I see my service.”
Burge is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.“I want to thank my friends and family who have supported me throughout my career, especially one of the friends I’ve served with from college, Justin Keohacksa, who was a lieutenant in the Navy,” Burge added.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Kirbyville.
“I grew up in a small town so things like hard work and also being approachable to others have carried me throughout my career,” Burge said.
Burge joined the Navy seven years ago. Today, Burge serves as a surface warfare officer.
“I joined the Navy to give back to my country and to serve others,” Burge said. “The Navy has given me so many travels and adventures that I never expected. I fell in love with the ocean in third grade. I’ve wanted to join the Navy since seventh grade. I was interested in serving in the military, seeing the world and service.”
“SMWDC sailors exemplify the dedication, expertise and tactical excellence that drive the lethality of our Surface Force,” said Rear Adm. Wilson Marks, Commander, Naval Surface and Mine Warfighting Development Center. “Through their commitment to warfighting innovation and operational proficiency, they strengthen our Navy’s combat readiness and ensure that we remain ready to deter or defeat any adversary when our nation calls.”
The U.S. Navy is celebrating its 250th birthday this year.
According to Navy officials, “America is a maritime nation and for 250 years, America’s Warfighting Navy has sailed the globe in defense of freedom.”
With 90% of global commerce traveling by sea and access to the internet relying on the security of undersea fiber optic cables, Navy officials continue to emphasize that the prosperity of the United States is directly linked to recruiting and retaining talented people from across the rich fabric of America.
Burge has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“I’m most proud of the tactical development and support provided to ships throughout our Navy,” Burge said. “Through my work with SMWDC, I’ve gotten to talk to so many different sailors and seen how their drive has improved and changed our Navy.”
Burge serves a Navy that operates far forward, around the world and around the clock, promoting the nation’s prosperity and security.
“Serving in the Navy means the world to me,” Burge said. “There is a high standard expected, and you give up a lot to serve. However, the people you work with and the impact you can have is great and really affects how I see my service.”
Burge is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.“I want to thank my friends and family who have supported me throughout my career, especially one of the friends I’ve served with from college, Justin Keohacksa, who was a lieutenant in the Navy,” Burge added.