January 19th is Master Chief Carl Brashear Day!!!Master Chief Carl Brashear was the first African-American Master Diver in the Navy. He overcame immense racism and odds against him, but never gave up! His story is featured in the movie - "Men of Honor". Thank you Master Chief Brashear for all of your contributions and inspiration! Please click the link below and learn more about Master Chief Carl Brashear. :-)
http://www.internationallegendsofdiving.com/FeaturedLegends/brashear-carl_bio.htm
“I can honestly say that I reached my goal in the Navy. It was an exciting career, but then it wasn't a bed of roses either. I had my ups and downs in the Navy, but I would do it over if I could. I enjoyed the excitement of being a deep-sea diver. I grew a lot in the Navy. As a matter of fact, I grew up in the Navy as far as my professional life goes. . . . And I just enjoyed the Navy. I really did. I don’t think I could have made it in civilian life with the limited education I had and my attitude. I think the Navy was the best place for me to grow up and find myself.” - Master Chief Carl Brashear
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