Jason Waite, Navy Office of Community Outreach)
Abreu joined the Navy six years ago. Today, Abreu serves as a yeoman.
“I joined the Navy because they offered many opportunities to build a better future,” said Abreu.
Growing up in Lindenhurst, Abreu attended Mavericks High School and graduated in 2012. Today, Abreu relies upon skills and values similar to those found in Lindenhurst to succeed in the military.
“The best lesson I learned was one my father taught me about work ethic,” said Abreu. “It was instilled in me to work hard, strive for the best and your efforts will show in the long run.”
These lessons have helped Abreu while serving with Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam.
Being stationed in Pearl Harbor, often referred to as the gateway to the Pacific in defense circles, means Abreu is part of a team that is taking on new importance in America’s focus on strengthening alliances, modernizing capabilities, increasing capacities and maintaining military readiness in support of the National Defense Strategy.
“The Navy is important to national defense because we are the first line of defense, and our presence in all forms deters any adversaries from approaching any of our territories,” said Abreu.
With more than 90 percent of all trade traveling by sea, and 95 percent of the world’s international phone and internet traffic carried through fiber optic cables lying on the ocean floor, Navy officials continue to emphasize the importance of accelerating America’s advantage at sea.
“Maintaining the world’s best Navy is an investment in the security and prosperity of the United States, as well as the stability of our world,” said Adm. Mike Gilday, Chief of Naval Operations. “The U.S. Navy—forward deployed and integrated with all elements of national power—deters conflict, strengthens our alliances and partnerships, and guarantees free and open access to the world’s oceans. As the United States responds to the security environment through integrated deterrence, our Navy must continue to deploy forward and campaign with a ready, capable, combat-credible fleet.”
Abreu and the sailors they serve with have many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during their military service.
“Some of my proudest accomplishments in the Navy are making Sailor of the Year, making E-6 in under six years and helping my junior sailors succeed,” said Abreu.
As Abreu and other sailors continue to train and perform missions, they take pride in serving their country in the United States Navy.
“Serving in the Navy means I can support and provide for my family,” said Abreu.
Abreu is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
