MILLINGTON, Tenn. – Petty Officer 2nd Class Kory Johnson, a native of DeQuincy, Louisiana, was recently named Sailor of the Quarter aboard Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples, in Italy.
Johnson graduated from DeQuincy High School in 2017.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in DeQuincy.
“Growing up in a small southern town like DeQuincy, Louisiana, taught me a lot of Southern hospitality and I appreciate that because all of the world doesn’t have that,” said Johnson.
Johnson joined the Navy seven years ago. Today, Johnson serves as a boatswain’s mate.
“I joined the Navy to travel the world and experience different cultures,” said Johnson. “My favorite part of being a boatswain’s mate is getting to conduct search and rescue operations on deployment.”
As NSA Naples Sailor of the Quarter for the third quarter of fiscal year 2024, Johnson provided emergency communications and coordination to dispatch fire, medical and security units in support of 200 service calls while simultaneously carrying out 100 hours of secure alarm and CCTV network monitoring, according to public affairs officials at NSA Naples. Johnson’s efforts were instrumental in maintaining the safety of 10,000 military, DOD personnel, host nation nationals and their families within the greater Naples community.
Host to more than 50 separate commands and about 8,500 personnel, NSA Naples is an operational ashore base that enables U.S., allied and partner nation forces to be where they are needed, when they are needed to ensure security and stability in Europe, Africa and Southwest Asia.
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.
Johnson serves a Navy that operates far forward, around the world and around the clock, promoting the nation’s prosperity and security.
“We will earn and reinforce the trust and confidence of the American people every day,” said Adm. Lisa Franchetti, chief of naval operations. “Together we will deliver the Navy the nation needs.”
Johnson has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“My proudest accomplishment in the Navy is being named Sailor of the Quarter at my command and being promoted to petty officer second class in the same year,” said Johnson.
Johnson can take pride in serving America through military service.
“Serving in the Navy means a lot to me,” said Johnson. “I found a career I love, met some amazing people along the way and traveled to some of the best places in the world.”