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By Amie Hunt » Special to the Rappahannock News
The first phrase every potential sailor hears when arriving at Recruit Training Command (RTC) Great Lakes, 111., is “The journey begins here.” It’s a nine week journey that takes them through a rigorous curriculum, pushing the recruits to their physical, mental and emotional limits and ensuring that they are ready for the fleet when they depart.
For Seaman Recruit Houston L. Haynes, son of Mark and Gretchen Long of Gid Brown Hollow, Washington, the journey began in July of this year. “I joined the Navy to become a SEAL and to be part of the Naval Special Warfare community,” said Haynes, 18.
From the moment of arrival, recruits are taught the key to success in the Navy, teamwork. This work is repeated and instilled in the recruits during their time at RTC. What they often do not realize, however, it is this teamwork that actually gets them through the nine weeks of intense training.
Along with teamwork, recruits are introduced to the Navy Core Values of honor, courage and commitment. They learn the importance of these values, what they mean, and how they apply not only to the Navy but to their personal lives as well. “I’ve learned that commitment is the key to success. No matter how tired or worn out you may feel, if you are committed to excellence, you will rise above the rest,” said Haynes, who graduated from Rappahannock County High
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