MILLINGTON, Tenn. – Senior Chief Petty Officer Bryan Oldham, a native of Aberdeen, Washington, serving in the United States Navy, wishes the Seattle Seahawks good luck in the 2026 Super Bowl.
“My birth was delayed because my dad wouldn’t take my mom to the hospital while she was going into labor with me until the Seahawks game was over,” Oldham said. “I was born into this fan base, and I am excited to cheer them on in the upcoming Super Bowl! Go Hawks!”
Oldham, a 2004 Aberdeen High School graduate, joined the Navy 21 years ago. Today, Oldham serves as an aviation structural mechanic with Strike Fighter Squadron (VFA) 151 aboard USS Abraham Lincoln.
This year, the Navy is commemorating its contribution to the nation’s defense as the United States celebrates 250 years of independence.
According to Navy officials, for more than 250 years, the Navy has sailed the globe defending freedom and protecting prosperity.
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.
As Oldham and other sailors continue to train and perform missions, they take pride in serving their country in the U.S. Navy.
“I’ve known I was going to join the military since I was in eighth grade,” Oldham added. “My grandpa was a boatswain’s mate second class in World War II, my step-dad served in the Army in Vietnam and my dad was also in the Navy. I’ve proudly served for the past 21 years and thank God every day for the opportunities the Navy has given me.”