MAYPORT, Fla. - Petty Officer 1st Class Anjes Ramos, a native of Martinez, California, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Naval Station Mayport.
Ramos graduated from Alhambra High School in 2017 and is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in financial management from the University of Maryland Global Campus.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Martinez.
“The lessons I have learned are to stay humble and maintain a positive mindset,” Ramos said. “A strong community foundation is important. The adage that ‘it takes a village’ mentality is real. You can’t always succeed on your own.”
Ramos joined the Navy seven years ago. Today, Ramos serves as a Navy counselor.
“I was raised in Bologna, Italy, and my father’s career required our family to move frequently,” Ramos said. “Eventually, I relocated to Martinez to live with my grandmother, a small city with a close-knit community. While I appreciated the strong sense of belonging, I wanted to branch out and explore more opportunities. Having already developed a love for travel during my upbringing, joining the Navy has offered me even more chances to see the world.”
Since its commissioning in 1942, Naval Station Mayport has grown to become the third largest fleet concentration area in the United States. Boasting both a large harbor and an 8,000-foot runway capable of handling any military aircraft in use, Naval Station Mayport is home to more than 80 commands, including 22 ships and three helicopter squadrons.
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.
Ramos has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“My proudest accomplishment is converting from boatswain’s mate to Navy career counselor in 2024,” Ramos said. “This transition has placed me in a stronger position to support sailors across all ratings and ranks, serving as a one-stop resource for their career needs. I take pride in helping others reach their professional goals and strive to be a positive influence every day.”
Ramos 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 provided me with the opportunity to further my education, travel the world, help others and give back to the country that gave my immigrant family the chance to live a better life,” Ramos said. “As a first-generation grandchild, I am proud of all that I have accomplished.”
Ramos is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I would like to thank my parents, Joe and Antoniette, for their sacrifices, which have allowed me to pursue a bright and successful future,” Ramos said. “I would also like to thank my Navy mentors for shaping me into the sailor I am today, as well as the Navy as a whole for the opportunities and growth it has provided.”
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Ramos graduated from Alhambra High School in 2017 and is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in financial management from the University of Maryland Global Campus.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Martinez.
“The lessons I have learned are to stay humble and maintain a positive mindset,” Ramos said. “A strong community foundation is important. The adage that ‘it takes a village’ mentality is real. You can’t always succeed on your own.”
Ramos joined the Navy seven years ago. Today, Ramos serves as a Navy counselor.
“I was raised in Bologna, Italy, and my father’s career required our family to move frequently,” Ramos said. “Eventually, I relocated to Martinez to live with my grandmother, a small city with a close-knit community. While I appreciated the strong sense of belonging, I wanted to branch out and explore more opportunities. Having already developed a love for travel during my upbringing, joining the Navy has offered me even more chances to see the world.”
Since its commissioning in 1942, Naval Station Mayport has grown to become the third largest fleet concentration area in the United States. Boasting both a large harbor and an 8,000-foot runway capable of handling any military aircraft in use, Naval Station Mayport is home to more than 80 commands, including 22 ships and three helicopter squadrons.
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.
Ramos has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“My proudest accomplishment is converting from boatswain’s mate to Navy career counselor in 2024,” Ramos said. “This transition has placed me in a stronger position to support sailors across all ratings and ranks, serving as a one-stop resource for their career needs. I take pride in helping others reach their professional goals and strive to be a positive influence every day.”
Ramos 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 provided me with the opportunity to further my education, travel the world, help others and give back to the country that gave my immigrant family the chance to live a better life,” Ramos said. “As a first-generation grandchild, I am proud of all that I have accomplished.”
Ramos is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I would like to thank my parents, Joe and Antoniette, for their sacrifices, which have allowed me to pursue a bright and successful future,” Ramos said. “I would also like to thank my Navy mentors for shaping me into the sailor I am today, as well as the Navy as a whole for the opportunities and growth it has provided.”