MILLINGTON, Tenn. – Seaman Anthony Ortiz, a native of Port Saint Lucie, Florida, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to USS Scranton, homeported at Naval Base Point Loma. As a submariner, Gasper is part of a small percentage of Navy personnel continuing a 125-year tradition of service under the sea to help ensure Americans’ safety.
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Ortiz graduated from Treasure Coast High School in 2020.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Port Saint Lucie.
"A major lesson that has stuck with me through life is to face challenges head-on and remain humble," Ortiz said.
Ortiz joined the Navy a year and a half ago. Today, Ortiz serves as a sonar technician (submarines).
"I joined the Navy because I crave new challenges and want to serve and protect my loved ones," Ortiz 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 Scranton (SSN 756) is the second U.S. Navy ship to be named for Scranton, Pennsylvania. Scranton 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, Gasper 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.
Ortiz has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
"The accomplishment I am most proud of is qualifying watch stations so I can support my ship's watch team underway," Ortiz said.
Ortiz 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 is a tremendous honor, let alone on 'The Iron Horse,' transversing the most unforgiving environment on this warship is a privilege," Ortiz said.
Ortiz is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
"There are countless supporters who have helped me get to where I am today," Ortiz added. "But mostly, I would like to thank my mom and my wife for their endless and unconditional support."
"A major lesson that has stuck with me through life is to face challenges head-on and remain humble," Ortiz said.
Ortiz joined the Navy a year and a half ago. Today, Ortiz serves as a sonar technician (submarines).
"I joined the Navy because I crave new challenges and want to serve and protect my loved ones," Ortiz 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 Scranton (SSN 756) is the second U.S. Navy ship to be named for Scranton, Pennsylvania. Scranton 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, Gasper 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.
Ortiz has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
"The accomplishment I am most proud of is qualifying watch stations so I can support my ship's watch team underway," Ortiz said.
Ortiz 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 is a tremendous honor, let alone on 'The Iron Horse,' transversing the most unforgiving environment on this warship is a privilege," Ortiz said.
Ortiz is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
"There are countless supporters who have helped me get to where I am today," Ortiz added. "But mostly, I would like to thank my mom and my wife for their endless and unconditional support."