Fathers Day 2011

Reflections from the Water June 2011

MARITIME EXPEDITIONARY SECURITY SQUADRON TEN (MSRON 10) is an Echelon V Staff responsible for planning, training, strategic concept, intelligence dissemination, and logistics support for three Boat Detachments, three Security Detachments and a headquarters staff with sensors and advanced communications capability.  MSRON 10's mission is to provide rapidly deployable Anti-Terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) support to Navy ships, aircraft, and DOD assets.  MSRON 10 is proudly manned by Navy Active Duty, Reserve Sailors, alongside U.S. Coast Guard Sailors. 

The above paragraph is the official explanation of MSRON 10. Let me explain it from the perspective of the water. We are responsible to maintain the protection of assets vital to the United State’s interest in the region. We do this by means of presence, patrols, and escorts. I have completed almost two months on mission assigned to my boat crew. The schedule is demanding and the days long and hot, but very rewarding. When we are not on mission it is maintenance and cleaning. In my eight year in the Navy I have never been on a ship or boat. I am adjusting well and enjoy the new challenges. I have been working hard to complete my qualifications and be a beneficial member of the team. I learn more every day. I am proud to be a member of an outstanding Squadron and am certain we will continue our success till the mission is completed.