MILLINGTON, Tenn. – As Americans reflect on the service of military men and women this Veterans Day, some may not realize that they are fellow residents with those who serve in the U.S. Navy Reserve.
Petty Officer 1st Class William Artino resident of Canby, Oregon, supports and defends freedom around the world, as a Navy intelligence specialist, who is responsible for preparing his team and creating plans for the Navy by analyzing historical data to know what is going to happen before it does.
Artino is a 2004 Canby High School graduate and also earned a degree in applied science and technology.
Reservists seamlessly support and actively aid military missions while continuing to lead their own independent lives in the civilian world, according to Navy officials.
Artino is a 2004 Canby High School graduate and also earned a degree in applied science and technology.
Reservists seamlessly support and actively aid military missions while continuing to lead their own independent lives in the civilian world, according to Navy officials.
“The Navy Reserve is a 100K strong team of sailors embedded across the fabric of society, loyal and dedicated patriots, serving both in uniform and civilian jobs, ready to defend the homeland and deploy across the world in a moment’s notice,” said Vice Adm. Luke McCollum, Chief of Navy Reserve.
The Navy Reserve provides strategic depth to America’s Navy as it protects the American homeland and advances economic prosperity by preserving freedom of the seas. Artino has been working at his civilian job for three and a half years and balances it with his military service in two ways.
“I work hard and make time for family,” said Artino.
Artino serves with Office of Naval Intelligence Portland State University 6 Portland and is responsible for supporting the the Office of Navy Intelligence in preparation for mobilization.
Artino is playing an important part in America’s focus on rebuilding military readiness, strengthening alliances and reforming business practices in support of the National Defense Strategy.
A key element of the Navy the Nation needs is tied to the fact that America is a maritime nation, according to Navy officials, and that the nation’s prosperity is tied to the ability to operate freely on the world’s oceans. More than 70 percent of the Earth’s surface is covered by water; 80 percent of the world’s population lives close to a coast; and 90 percent of all global trade by volume travels by sea.
“Our priorities center on people, capabilities and processes, and will be achieved by our focus on speed, value, results and partnerships,” said Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer. “Readiness, lethality and modernization are the requirements driving these priorities.”
“I work hard and make time for family,” said Artino.
Artino serves with Office of Naval Intelligence Portland State University 6 Portland and is responsible for supporting the the Office of Navy Intelligence in preparation for mobilization.
Artino is playing an important part in America’s focus on rebuilding military readiness, strengthening alliances and reforming business practices in support of the National Defense Strategy.
A key element of the Navy the Nation needs is tied to the fact that America is a maritime nation, according to Navy officials, and that the nation’s prosperity is tied to the ability to operate freely on the world’s oceans. More than 70 percent of the Earth’s surface is covered by water; 80 percent of the world’s population lives close to a coast; and 90 percent of all global trade by volume travels by sea.
“Our priorities center on people, capabilities and processes, and will be achieved by our focus on speed, value, results and partnerships,” said Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer. “Readiness, lethality and modernization are the requirements driving these priorities.”
Though there are many ways for sailors to earn distinction in their command, community and career, Artino is most proud of serving his country for 14 years and counting.
“I have worked hard and always did my best no matter what the job it task was,” said Artino.
Serving in the Navy is a continuing tradition of military service for Artino who has military ties with family members who have previously served. Artino is honored to carry on that family tradition.
“My grandfather served in WWII as an Army medic and I am proud to continue our tradition of service, and can only hope that I inspire my kids and any others to do the same,” said Artino
As a member of one of the U.S. Navy’s most relied upon assets, Artino and other sailors know they are part of a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes providing the Navy the nation needs.
“Serving to me means being part of something bigger than yourself," said Artino. "You have to selflessly give your all to protect this great country.”
Serving in the Navy is a continuing tradition of military service for Artino who has military ties with family members who have previously served. Artino is honored to carry on that family tradition.
“My grandfather served in WWII as an Army medic and I am proud to continue our tradition of service, and can only hope that I inspire my kids and any others to do the same,” said Artino
As a member of one of the U.S. Navy’s most relied upon assets, Artino and other sailors know they are part of a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes providing the Navy the nation needs.
“Serving to me means being part of something bigger than yourself," said Artino. "You have to selflessly give your all to protect this great country.”