MAYPORT, Fla. - Petty Officer 1st Class Alicia Tramuta, a native of Woodbury, Connecticut, serves in the U.S. Navy and is assigned to U.S. Naval Forces Southern Command, U.S. 4th Fleet at Naval Station Mayport in Florida.
Tramuta graduated from Sacred Heart Academy in 2008.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Woodbury.
“Woodbury is full of people from different backgrounds,” Tramuta said. “Growing up in that environment inspired me to interact with as many types of people as possible in the Navy.”
Tramuta joined the Navy 11 years ago. Today, Tramuta serves as an intelligence specialist.
“My grandfather was a World War II veteran, and he earned a Purple Heart but was unable to receive it,” Tramuta said. “The library near us had a ceremony for him when I was 16. Seeing that was a big inspiration for me to join the Navy. I actually included the medal in the bouquet at my wedding.”
Naval Station Mayport is one of the largest naval ports on the East Coast. It has a harbor capable of accommodating 34 ships and an 8,000-foot runway able to support any type of aircraft in the Department of War inventory. The base also serves as the headquarters for the 4th Fleet, which oversees U.S. Naval operations in the Caribbean, Central, and South America.
The mission of Naval Station Mayport is to “Sustain and Enhance Warfighter Readiness,” providing the “Finest service to the Finest fleet.”
“Our sailors are the backbone of everything we do,” said Capt. Mike Trumbull, commanding officer of Naval Station Mayport. “Their dedication, resilience, and readiness ensure our Fleet remains continuously mission-capable. At Naval Station Mayport, mission readiness starts with taking care of our people. Every service we provide, from housing to quality-of-life programs, supports that critical effort.”
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.
Tramuta has had many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“I’m most proud of receiving a Joint Service Commendation Medal for identifying an Iranian capability,” Tramuta said. “I’m proud because that required me to dig deep and use my training.”
Tramuta 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 pride and honor,” Tramuta said. “It also allows me to fulfill a sense of purpose while giving to the greater good of our country.”
Tramuta is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I want to thank my kids, Dax, Rue and Blake, for dealing with my departures and for understanding when I have to be away,” Tramuta added. “I also want to thank my parents, Diane and Allen, for raising me to believe in myself enough to take this jump to serve our country. Most importantly, I want to thank my wife, Sam, for being supportive and for taking care of the house while I’m gone.”
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. For more information, visit: https://www.navy.mil/navy-250/
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| Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Rion Codrington |
Tramuta graduated from Sacred Heart Academy in 2008.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Woodbury.
“Woodbury is full of people from different backgrounds,” Tramuta said. “Growing up in that environment inspired me to interact with as many types of people as possible in the Navy.”
Tramuta joined the Navy 11 years ago. Today, Tramuta serves as an intelligence specialist.
“My grandfather was a World War II veteran, and he earned a Purple Heart but was unable to receive it,” Tramuta said. “The library near us had a ceremony for him when I was 16. Seeing that was a big inspiration for me to join the Navy. I actually included the medal in the bouquet at my wedding.”
Naval Station Mayport is one of the largest naval ports on the East Coast. It has a harbor capable of accommodating 34 ships and an 8,000-foot runway able to support any type of aircraft in the Department of War inventory. The base also serves as the headquarters for the 4th Fleet, which oversees U.S. Naval operations in the Caribbean, Central, and South America.
The mission of Naval Station Mayport is to “Sustain and Enhance Warfighter Readiness,” providing the “Finest service to the Finest fleet.”
“Our sailors are the backbone of everything we do,” said Capt. Mike Trumbull, commanding officer of Naval Station Mayport. “Their dedication, resilience, and readiness ensure our Fleet remains continuously mission-capable. At Naval Station Mayport, mission readiness starts with taking care of our people. Every service we provide, from housing to quality-of-life programs, supports that critical effort.”
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.
Tramuta has had many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“I’m most proud of receiving a Joint Service Commendation Medal for identifying an Iranian capability,” Tramuta said. “I’m proud because that required me to dig deep and use my training.”
Tramuta 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 pride and honor,” Tramuta said. “It also allows me to fulfill a sense of purpose while giving to the greater good of our country.”
Tramuta is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I want to thank my kids, Dax, Rue and Blake, for dealing with my departures and for understanding when I have to be away,” Tramuta added. “I also want to thank my parents, Diane and Allen, for raising me to believe in myself enough to take this jump to serve our country. Most importantly, I want to thank my wife, Sam, for being supportive and for taking care of the house while I’m gone.”
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. For more information, visit: https://www.navy.mil/navy-250/