GULFPORT, Miss. — Seaman Jamarcus Johnson, a native of Tyler, Texas, serves in the U.S. Navy assigned to Gulfport, Mississippi, home to the Atlantic Fleet Seabees.
Johnson graduated from Tyler Legacy High School in 2025.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Tyler.
“At the end of the day, I have loved ones who support me, and who are very proud of what I'm becoming,” Johnson said.
Johnson joined the Navy one year ago. Today, Johnson serves as a builder.
“My amazing mom motivated me and pushed me to become something bigger and I was inspired by my aunt Faye, who served 20 years in the military,” Johnson 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.
Johnson has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“I'm proud that any and everybody can come to me about anything, because I know how hard life can be, but I want people to see the best of what life is,” Johnson said.
Johnson 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 that I’m closer and closer to becoming the man I want to be,” Johnson said.
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.
Johnson is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I want to shout out to my granny, the real lady in gold, and my papa, who indeed is my dog - I love y'all both,” Johnson said. “My dad, LaMarcus, stepmom, Lataye, brother, Jeremaiah, auntie, Keke, and sisters, Neveah, Janiyah and Taylor.”
Johnson is proud of his career so far.
“I made it, but I’m not done,” Johnson said. “I thank God for it.”
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| Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Hunter Harwell, Navy Office of Community Outreach |
Johnson graduated from Tyler Legacy High School in 2025.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Tyler.
“At the end of the day, I have loved ones who support me, and who are very proud of what I'm becoming,” Johnson said.
Johnson joined the Navy one year ago. Today, Johnson serves as a builder.
“My amazing mom motivated me and pushed me to become something bigger and I was inspired by my aunt Faye, who served 20 years in the military,” Johnson 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.
Johnson has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“I'm proud that any and everybody can come to me about anything, because I know how hard life can be, but I want people to see the best of what life is,” Johnson said.
Johnson 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 that I’m closer and closer to becoming the man I want to be,” Johnson said.
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.
Johnson is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I want to shout out to my granny, the real lady in gold, and my papa, who indeed is my dog - I love y'all both,” Johnson said. “My dad, LaMarcus, stepmom, Lataye, brother, Jeremaiah, auntie, Keke, and sisters, Neveah, Janiyah and Taylor.”
Johnson is proud of his career so far.
“I made it, but I’m not done,” Johnson said. “I thank God for it.”