BOSTON – Chester, Va. native, Navy Yeoman 3rd Class Zhane Brown, was awarded Junior Sailor of the Quarter aboard USS Constitution, Jan 23.
Junior Sailor of the Quarter is awarded to a junior Sailor who exemplifies outstanding dedication to duty and superior performance by going above and beyond their assigned job. “To me, winning Junior Sailor of the Quarter isn’t about coming in first place; it’s about overcoming personal challenges and having no limitations on what you’re able to accomplish,” said Brown. “It’s only the beginning.”
USS Constitution is the world’s oldest commissioned warship afloat and played a crucial role in the Barbary Wars and the War of 1812, actively defending sea lanes from 1797 to 1855.
During the War of 1812, USS Constitution earned the United States’ first major victory against the Royal Navy with the defeat of HMS Guerriere and, during that battle, gained the nickname ‘‘Old Ironsides’’ when cannon balls were observed bouncing off her tough live oak hull.
Today, the Sailors stationed aboard provide free tours and visitation as the ship serves to promote the Navy’s history and supports public education about the importance of naval power to more than 600,000 visitors each year.
Duty aboard USS Constitution is one of the Navy’s special programs, and all Sailors must meet a high standard of sustained excellence and interview to be selected for the assignment.