MILLINGTON, Tenn. – Seaman Raymond Carter, a native of Chandler, Arizona, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to USS Alexandria, homeported at Naval Base Point Loma. As a submariner, Carter is part of a small percentage of Navy personnel continuing a 125-year tradition of service under the sea to help ensure Americans’ safety.
Carter graduated from Hamilton High School in 2023.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Chandler.
“I learned to do it right the first time and to persevere," Carter said.
Carter joined the Navy two years ago. Today, Carter serves as an electronics technician (navigation).
"I joined the Navy because I got tired of the desert and wanted a change of scenery," Carter said.
Known as America’s “Apex Predators!,” the Navy’s submarine force operates a large fleet of technologically advanced vessels. These submarines are capable of conducting rapid defensive and offensive operations around the world, in furtherance of U.S. national security.
USS Alexandria is the third U.S. Navy ship to be named for both Alexandria, Virginia, and Alexandria, Louisiana. Alexandria is a Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine. Los Angeles-class submarines have been the backbone of the submarine force for the last 40 years, with approximately 23 now in commission. They are equipped with 12 Vertical Launch System tubes for firing Tomahawk cruise missiles.
Strategic deterrence is the nation’s ultimate insurance program, according to Navy officials. As a member of the submarine force, Jones serves aboard a platform capable of bringing the fight to enemies in defense of America and its allies.
The U.S. Navy is celebrating its 250th birthday this year.
According to Navy officials, “America is a maritime nation and for 250 years, America’s Warfighting Navy has sailed the globe in defense of freedom.”
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.
Carter has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
"I am most proud of earning my 'fish,' or my submarine warfare device, and sticking it out," Carter said.
Carter 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 means protecting my country and family," Carter said.
Carter is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
"I want to thank my mom for pushing me and supporting me," Carter added.
Carter graduated from Hamilton High School in 2023.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Chandler.
“I learned to do it right the first time and to persevere," Carter said.
Carter joined the Navy two years ago. Today, Carter serves as an electronics technician (navigation).
"I joined the Navy because I got tired of the desert and wanted a change of scenery," Carter said.
Known as America’s “Apex Predators!,” the Navy’s submarine force operates a large fleet of technologically advanced vessels. These submarines are capable of conducting rapid defensive and offensive operations around the world, in furtherance of U.S. national security.
USS Alexandria is the third U.S. Navy ship to be named for both Alexandria, Virginia, and Alexandria, Louisiana. Alexandria is a Los Angeles-class fast-attack submarine. Los Angeles-class submarines have been the backbone of the submarine force for the last 40 years, with approximately 23 now in commission. They are equipped with 12 Vertical Launch System tubes for firing Tomahawk cruise missiles.
Strategic deterrence is the nation’s ultimate insurance program, according to Navy officials. As a member of the submarine force, Jones serves aboard a platform capable of bringing the fight to enemies in defense of America and its allies.
The U.S. Navy is celebrating its 250th birthday this year.
According to Navy officials, “America is a maritime nation and for 250 years, America’s Warfighting Navy has sailed the globe in defense of freedom.”
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.
Carter has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
"I am most proud of earning my 'fish,' or my submarine warfare device, and sticking it out," Carter said.
Carter 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 means protecting my country and family," Carter said.
Carter is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
"I want to thank my mom for pushing me and supporting me," Carter added.