MILLINGTON, Tenn. – A Washington, D.C., native is serving aboard USS Carl Vinson, a U.S. Navy's third Nimitz-class supercarrier.
Seaman Kwamé Carroll serves as a logistics specialist.
Logistics specialists provide diverse logistics and accounting support in a global setting to aviation, surface, subsurface, and expeditionary forces; order, receive, inspect, stow, preserve, package, ship, and issue materials and cargo; operate Navy post offices; account for government materials; and prepare and maintain required forms, records, correspondence, reports, and files.
"We issue and receive essential ship items while also conducting maintenance," said Carroll.
Carroll joined the Navy one year ago for the opportunities serving provides.
"I wanted to try a new career and travel," said Carroll.
USS Carl Vinson, homeported in San Diego, California, is named for Carl Vinson, a Congressman from Georgia, in recognition of his contributions to the U.S. Navy. The ship was launched in 1980 and undertook her maiden voyage in 1983.
According to Navy officials, USS Carl Vinson is one of only 11 operational aircraft carriers in the Navy today. Sailors’ jobs are highly varied aboard USS Carl Vinson. Approximately 3,000 men and women make up the ship’s company, and they keep all parts of the aircraft carrier running. They do everything from preparing meals to handling weaponry and maintaining the nuclear reactors. Another 2,000 sailors comprise the air wing, the people who fly and maintain the aircraft aboard the ship.
Nimitz-class aircraft carriers support and operate aircraft that engage in attacks on airborne, afloat and ashore targets that threaten free use of the sea and engage in sustained power projection operations in support of U.S. and coalition forces.
Carroll believes the same lessons and skills developed in Washington, D.C. contribute to a successful naval career.
USS Carl Vinson, homeported in San Diego, California, is named for Carl Vinson, a Congressman from Georgia, in recognition of his contributions to the U.S. Navy. The ship was launched in 1980 and undertook her maiden voyage in 1983.
According to Navy officials, USS Carl Vinson is one of only 11 operational aircraft carriers in the Navy today. Sailors’ jobs are highly varied aboard USS Carl Vinson. Approximately 3,000 men and women make up the ship’s company, and they keep all parts of the aircraft carrier running. They do everything from preparing meals to handling weaponry and maintaining the nuclear reactors. Another 2,000 sailors comprise the air wing, the people who fly and maintain the aircraft aboard the ship.
Nimitz-class aircraft carriers support and operate aircraft that engage in attacks on airborne, afloat and ashore targets that threaten free use of the sea and engage in sustained power projection operations in support of U.S. and coalition forces.
Carroll believes the same lessons and skills developed in Washington, D.C. contribute to a successful naval career.
"I learned awareness, attention to detail and to be humble," said Carroll.
Though there are many opportunities for sailors to earn recognition in their command, community and careers, Carroll is most proud of being promoted to the rank of seaman.
As a member of the U.S. Navy, Carroll, as well as other sailors, know they are a part of a service tradition providing unforgettable experiences through leadership development, world affairs and humanitarian assistance. Their efforts will have a lasting effect around the globe and for generations of sailors who will follow.
"Serving in the Navy means I am continuing a family legacy while also growing in every area of manhood," added Carroll.