NORFOLK, Va. - Petty Officer 1st Class Cory Barker, a native of Fredericksburg, Virginia, serves aboard USS New Jersey, the U.S. Navy’s newest fast-attack submarine homeported in Norfolk, Virginia.
Barker attended James Monroe High School and graduated in 2009.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Fredericksburg.
“I was an Eagle Scout and that gave me the experience of serving my community,” said Barker. “Community service in the Navy is important because one success is the reflection of everyone else’s success.”
Barker joined the Navy 10 years ago and today serves as an electronics technician (nuclear power).
“I joined the Navy because a Marine recruiter told me to see the opportunities the Navy provides before I went back to them,” said Barker. “A family friend also informed me of the potential for nuclear jobs after I got out of the Navy.”
Known as America’s “Apex Predators!,” the Navy’s submarine force operates a large fleet of technically advanced vessels. These submarines are capable of conducting rapid defensive and offensive operations around the world, in furtherance of U.S. national security.
Fast-attack submarines are designed to hunt down and destroy enemy submarines and surface ships; strike targets ashore with cruise missiles; carry and deliver Navy SEALs; conduct intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions; and engage in mine warfare. The Virginia-class SSN is the most advanced submarine in the world today. It combines stealth and payload capability to meet Combatant Commanders’ demands in this era of strategic competition. New Jersey is the first Virginia-class submarine designed and built for a full gender-integrated crew.
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Barker attended James Monroe High School and graduated in 2009.
The skills and values needed to succeed in the Navy are similar to those found in Fredericksburg.
“I was an Eagle Scout and that gave me the experience of serving my community,” said Barker. “Community service in the Navy is important because one success is the reflection of everyone else’s success.”
Barker joined the Navy 10 years ago and today serves as an electronics technician (nuclear power).
“I joined the Navy because a Marine recruiter told me to see the opportunities the Navy provides before I went back to them,” said Barker. “A family friend also informed me of the potential for nuclear jobs after I got out of the Navy.”
Known as America’s “Apex Predators!,” the Navy’s submarine force operates a large fleet of technically advanced vessels. These submarines are capable of conducting rapid defensive and offensive operations around the world, in furtherance of U.S. national security.
Fast-attack submarines are designed to hunt down and destroy enemy submarines and surface ships; strike targets ashore with cruise missiles; carry and deliver Navy SEALs; conduct intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance missions; and engage in mine warfare. The Virginia-class SSN is the most advanced submarine in the world today. It combines stealth and payload capability to meet Combatant Commanders’ demands in this era of strategic competition. New Jersey is the first Virginia-class submarine designed and built for a full gender-integrated crew.
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 trained sailors and a strong Navy.
Barker serves a Navy that operates far forward, around the world and around the clock, promoting the nation’s prosperity and security.
“We will earn and reinforce the trust and confidence of the American people every day,” said Adm. Lisa Franchetti, chief of naval operations. “Together we will deliver the Navy the nation needs.”
Barker has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“I am most proud of being one of the few who splits atoms and wrangles neutrons to push the boat,” said Barker.
Barker can take pride in serving America through military service.
“Serving in the Navy means being on a team of back-to-back world champions and being a part of a unique culture,” added Barker. “It also means getting to do phenomenal activities that may not be shown to light but that are keeping people home safe.”
Barker is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I want to thank my mom, Brenda, for the unwavering support she gives me,” added Barker. “I also want to thank the Navy community as a whole and every command I have been a part of. Lastly, I want to thank my friend, Tony, for giving me leadership and spiritual guidance.”
Barker serves a Navy that operates far forward, around the world and around the clock, promoting the nation’s prosperity and security.
“We will earn and reinforce the trust and confidence of the American people every day,” said Adm. Lisa Franchetti, chief of naval operations. “Together we will deliver the Navy the nation needs.”
Barker has many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during military service.
“I am most proud of being one of the few who splits atoms and wrangles neutrons to push the boat,” said Barker.
Barker can take pride in serving America through military service.
“Serving in the Navy means being on a team of back-to-back world champions and being a part of a unique culture,” added Barker. “It also means getting to do phenomenal activities that may not be shown to light but that are keeping people home safe.”
Barker is grateful to others for helping make a Navy career possible.
“I want to thank my mom, Brenda, for the unwavering support she gives me,” added Barker. “I also want to thank the Navy community as a whole and every command I have been a part of. Lastly, I want to thank my friend, Tony, for giving me leadership and spiritual guidance.”
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