EVERETT, Wash. - Seaman Abraham Magana Lopez, a native of Porterville, California, serves the U.S. Navy at Naval Station Everett in the Pacific Northwest.
Magana Lopez graduated from Monache High School in 2019.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Porterville.
“Growing up in my hometown, I had some tough jobs, so I was prepared for the job I have in the Navy, which is master-at-arms,” said Magana Lopez. “My job is similar to being a police officer in the civilian world.”
Magana Lopez joined the Navy three years ago.
“I joined the Navy because I wanted to support my wife and daughter,” said Magana Lopez. “I want them to have more than I did growing up.”
Naval Station Everett, one of only two Navy-owned deep-water ports on the West Coast, is home to the command staffs of Carrier Strike Group 11 and Destroyer Group 9, six U.S. Navy ships and one Coast Guard vessel. The base enhances the nation’s ability to accomplish strategic objectives by supporting U.S. Navy and Coast Guard forces, 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.
Magana Lopez 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.”
Magana Lopez has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“I’m proud that I was able to escort Cuban ships in Guantanamo Bay,” said Magana Lopez. “Our job was to lead the ships where they needed to go to prevent any issues.”
Magana Lopez can take pride in serving America through military service.
“Serving in the Navy means I’m doing something I always wanted to do,” said Magana Lopez. “I’m proud to serve my country.”
Magana Lopez is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I want to thank my wife, Arlet, for her endless support, and my daughter, Alaia, for always being the best part of my day,” added Magana Lopez. “I’d also like to send a shoutout to my brother, Humberto, for being a great mentor. He’s an electrician’s mate serving aboard the destroyer, USS John Paul Jones.”
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| Photo by Alvin Plexico |
Magana Lopez graduated from Monache High School in 2019.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Porterville.
“Growing up in my hometown, I had some tough jobs, so I was prepared for the job I have in the Navy, which is master-at-arms,” said Magana Lopez. “My job is similar to being a police officer in the civilian world.”
Magana Lopez joined the Navy three years ago.
“I joined the Navy because I wanted to support my wife and daughter,” said Magana Lopez. “I want them to have more than I did growing up.”
Naval Station Everett, one of only two Navy-owned deep-water ports on the West Coast, is home to the command staffs of Carrier Strike Group 11 and Destroyer Group 9, six U.S. Navy ships and one Coast Guard vessel. The base enhances the nation’s ability to accomplish strategic objectives by supporting U.S. Navy and Coast Guard forces, 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.
Magana Lopez 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.”
Magana Lopez has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“I’m proud that I was able to escort Cuban ships in Guantanamo Bay,” said Magana Lopez. “Our job was to lead the ships where they needed to go to prevent any issues.”
Magana Lopez can take pride in serving America through military service.
“Serving in the Navy means I’m doing something I always wanted to do,” said Magana Lopez. “I’m proud to serve my country.”
Magana Lopez is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I want to thank my wife, Arlet, for her endless support, and my daughter, Alaia, for always being the best part of my day,” added Magana Lopez. “I’d also like to send a shoutout to my brother, Humberto, for being a great mentor. He’s an electrician’s mate serving aboard the destroyer, USS John Paul Jones.”