GULFPORT, Miss. — Petty Officer 1st Class Samuel Demoss, a native of Evansville, Indiana, serves in the U.S. Navy assigned to Naval Construction Group Two in Gulfport, Mississippi, home to the Atlantic Fleet Seabees.
Demoss graduated from William Henry High School in 2008.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Evansville.
“I learned the importance of a strong work ethic,” Demoss said. “I had a lot of different jobs in high school, so having a good work ethic and being able to adapt to a new job was important. The same is true in the Navy.”
Demoss joined the Navy 17 years ago. Today, Demoss serves as a construction mechanic.
“I joined the Navy to see different parts of the world,” Demoss said.
Navy Seabees, formally known as naval construction forces, provide a wide range of construction in support of operating forces, including roads, bridges, bunkers, airfields and logistics bases. Additionally, they provide responsive support for disaster recovery operations, perform civic action projects to improve relations with other nations, and provide anti-terrorism and force protection for personnel and construction projects.
Whether serving in the construction force or in a supporting role, the sailors in Gulfport personify the “Can Do” attitude of Seabees and are ready to serve and support warfighters globally.
Demoss has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“I'm proud of the sailors I've trained and the equipment I've worked on over the years,” Demoss said. “Some of the equipment I worked on has been used with recovery efforts following hurricanes and other natural disasters.”
Demoss 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, especially as a Seabee, means that we can have a positive impact on people around the world,” Demoss said. “Yes, we have a role to play in war, but we also have a lot of opportunities to support humanitarian missions.”
This year, the Navy is commemorating its contribution to the nation’s defense as the United States celebrates 250 years of independence. According to Navy officials, for more than 250 years, the Navy has sailed the globe defending freedom and protecting prosperity.
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.
Demoss is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I want to thank my wife, Ashley, and our daughters, Farrah and Lana, for all their support,” Demoss said.
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| Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Hunter Harwell, Navy Office of Community Outreach |
Demoss graduated from William Henry High School in 2008.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Evansville.
“I learned the importance of a strong work ethic,” Demoss said. “I had a lot of different jobs in high school, so having a good work ethic and being able to adapt to a new job was important. The same is true in the Navy.”
Demoss joined the Navy 17 years ago. Today, Demoss serves as a construction mechanic.
“I joined the Navy to see different parts of the world,” Demoss said.
Navy Seabees, formally known as naval construction forces, provide a wide range of construction in support of operating forces, including roads, bridges, bunkers, airfields and logistics bases. Additionally, they provide responsive support for disaster recovery operations, perform civic action projects to improve relations with other nations, and provide anti-terrorism and force protection for personnel and construction projects.
Whether serving in the construction force or in a supporting role, the sailors in Gulfport personify the “Can Do” attitude of Seabees and are ready to serve and support warfighters globally.
Demoss has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“I'm proud of the sailors I've trained and the equipment I've worked on over the years,” Demoss said. “Some of the equipment I worked on has been used with recovery efforts following hurricanes and other natural disasters.”
Demoss 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, especially as a Seabee, means that we can have a positive impact on people around the world,” Demoss said. “Yes, we have a role to play in war, but we also have a lot of opportunities to support humanitarian missions.”
This year, the Navy is commemorating its contribution to the nation’s defense as the United States celebrates 250 years of independence. According to Navy officials, for more than 250 years, the Navy has sailed the globe defending freedom and protecting prosperity.
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.
Demoss is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I want to thank my wife, Ashley, and our daughters, Farrah and Lana, for all their support,” Demoss said.