Ignacio Ascencio-Garduno learned ‘strength and perseverance’ in West Valley
By Cmdr. Anthony Falvo, Navy Office of Community Outreach
Posted 6/19/23
Submariners make up only 10% of the U.S. Navy’s personnel, but they play a critical role in carrying out one of the Defense Department’s most important missions: strategic deterrence.
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By Cmdr. Anthony Falvo, Navy Office of Community Outreach
Submariners make up only 10% of the U.S. Navy’s personnel, but they play a critical role in carrying out one of the Defense Department’s most important missions: strategic deterrence.
Seaman Apprentice Ignacio Ascencio-Garduno, a Glendale native, is one of the sailors supporting a 123-year tradition of service under the sea to help ensure Americans’ safety.
Ascencio-Garduno joined the Navy one year ago and today serves as a missile technician with Trident Training Facility Kings Bay.
“I joined the Navy with a friend to expand beyond my hometown and see the world,” Ascencio-Garduno said.
Growing up in Glendale Ascencio-Garduno attended Alhambra High School and graduated in 2022.
“My time in Glendale taught me strength and perseverance,” he said. “COVID-19 was tough on our family. My dad lost his job and I helped out around the house. It was hard.”
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.
As Ascencio-Garduno and other sailors continue to train and perform missions, they take pride in serving their country.
“I feel really proud as a member of the Navy,” he said. “My siblings see me as someone to look up to.”
He offered advice to those thinking of making the Navy a career.
“Don’t be afraid to take the first step,” Ascencio-Garduno added.
