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 Adam Jacques, a resident of Fort Benton, Montana supports and defends freedom around the world, as a Navy master-at-arms who is responsible for base security and law enforcement functions.
Jacques is a 1999 Largo Senior High School graduate and native of Largo, Florida.
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 moments 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.
In addition to serving in the Navy Reserves, Jacques has been a law enforcement officer for 17 years. He is currently employed with the Chouteau County Sheriff's Office as a deputy sheriff and coroner.
“I am able to balance my civilian life with my military life due to the awesome support of my wife and children and their understanding,” said Jacques.
As a Navy reservist, Jacques serves with Navy Operational Support Center Helena, Montana where they are responsible for the master-at-arms section as the assistant leading petty officer. NOSC Helena’s mission is to ensure reserve sailors and their families are ready for whatever mission the Navy sends their way.
Jacques 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, Jacques is most proud of being able to say they serve in the world’s greatest Navy.
“Being a part of the Navy has allowed me to make lifelong friends, travel to places that I never imagined that I would be,” said Jacques “The experience of a lifetime was gained when I became part of this team.”
Serving in the Navy is a continuing tradition of military service for Jacques who has military ties with family members who have previously served. Jacques is honored to carry on that family tradition.
“My father served in the United States Navy, and even though he passed away, I still remember his Navy tattoo on his arm,” said Jacques.
As a member of one of the U.S. Navy’s most relied upon assets, Jacquesand other sailors know they are part of a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes providing the Navy the nation needs.
“Serving in the Navy means a lot to me and instills pride in myself,” added Jacques. “Being in the Navy is a tradition that I hope to pass onto my kids. I hope to instill in them the pride that comes with the Navy and that the sacrifices you make are worth it for all that you gain from the experiences.”
Jacques is a 1999 Largo Senior High School graduate and native of Largo, Florida.
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 moments 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.
In addition to serving in the Navy Reserves, Jacques has been a law enforcement officer for 17 years. He is currently employed with the Chouteau County Sheriff's Office as a deputy sheriff and coroner.
“I am able to balance my civilian life with my military life due to the awesome support of my wife and children and their understanding,” said Jacques.
As a Navy reservist, Jacques serves with Navy Operational Support Center Helena, Montana where they are responsible for the master-at-arms section as the assistant leading petty officer. NOSC Helena’s mission is to ensure reserve sailors and their families are ready for whatever mission the Navy sends their way.
Jacques 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, Jacques is most proud of being able to say they serve in the world’s greatest Navy.
“Being a part of the Navy has allowed me to make lifelong friends, travel to places that I never imagined that I would be,” said Jacques “The experience of a lifetime was gained when I became part of this team.”
Serving in the Navy is a continuing tradition of military service for Jacques who has military ties with family members who have previously served. Jacques is honored to carry on that family tradition.
“My father served in the United States Navy, and even though he passed away, I still remember his Navy tattoo on his arm,” said Jacques.
As a member of one of the U.S. Navy’s most relied upon assets, Jacquesand other sailors know they are part of a legacy that will last beyond their lifetimes providing the Navy the nation needs.
“Serving in the Navy means a lot to me and instills pride in myself,” added Jacques. “Being in the Navy is a tradition that I hope to pass onto my kids. I hope to instill in them the pride that comes with the Navy and that the sacrifices you make are worth it for all that you gain from the experiences.”