SEATTLE - Petty Officer 3rd Class Kaden Boyce, a native of Front Royal, Virginia, serves aboard USS Barry, a U.S. Navy warship homeported at Naval Station Everett, Washington. The ship is currently in a Seattle shipyard undergoing routine maintenance.
Boyce graduated from Skyline High School in 2021.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Front Royal.
“One of the values I learned growing up was to be myself so that I can get the job done,” said Boyce. “Don’t be afraid to get a little dirty down in the weeds to accomplish the mission.”
Boyce joined the Navy three years ago. Today, Boyce serves as a cryptologic technician (collection).
“I joined the Navy to boost my career and give me more opportunities to succeed,” said Boyce.
A Navy destroyer is a multi-mission ship that can operate independently or as part of a larger group of ships at sea. The ship is equipped with tomahawk missiles, torpedoes, guns and a phalanx close-in weapons system.
More than 300 sailors serve aboard Barry. Their jobs are highly specialized, requiring both dedication and skill. The jobs range from maintaining engines to handling weaponry along with a multitude of other assignments that keep the ship mission-ready at all times, according to Navy officials.
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.
“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.”
Boyce has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“Standing on the ship watching the sunset in the middle of the Pacific Ocean made me feel like I’d made it,” said Boyce. “I was exactly where I was meant to be.”
Boyce serves a Navy that operates far forward, around the world and around the clock, promoting the nation’s prosperity and security.
“Serving in the Navy gives me a sense of pride and accomplishment,” said Boyce.
Boyce is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I want to thank my mom and dad, Carrie and Kevin,” added Boyce. “They’re the reason I’m the man I am today. I owe them everything.”
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| Photo by Ensign Siennah Spriggs |
Boyce graduated from Skyline High School in 2021.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Front Royal.
“One of the values I learned growing up was to be myself so that I can get the job done,” said Boyce. “Don’t be afraid to get a little dirty down in the weeds to accomplish the mission.”
Boyce joined the Navy three years ago. Today, Boyce serves as a cryptologic technician (collection).
“I joined the Navy to boost my career and give me more opportunities to succeed,” said Boyce.
A Navy destroyer is a multi-mission ship that can operate independently or as part of a larger group of ships at sea. The ship is equipped with tomahawk missiles, torpedoes, guns and a phalanx close-in weapons system.
More than 300 sailors serve aboard Barry. Their jobs are highly specialized, requiring both dedication and skill. The jobs range from maintaining engines to handling weaponry along with a multitude of other assignments that keep the ship mission-ready at all times, according to Navy officials.
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.
“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.”
Boyce has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“Standing on the ship watching the sunset in the middle of the Pacific Ocean made me feel like I’d made it,” said Boyce. “I was exactly where I was meant to be.”
Boyce serves a Navy that operates far forward, around the world and around the clock, promoting the nation’s prosperity and security.
“Serving in the Navy gives me a sense of pride and accomplishment,” said Boyce.
Boyce is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I want to thank my mom and dad, Carrie and Kevin,” added Boyce. “They’re the reason I’m the man I am today. I owe them everything.”