07/05/2026
Selected from a highly competitive field of nominees across the service, ABH1 Johnson was honored for his sustained superior performance, exceptional leadership, and unwavering commitment to operational readiness and firefighter safety. Prior to his Navy-wide selection, Johnson was named the Military Fire Officer of the Year for Commander, Navy Region Europe, Africa, Central (CNREURAFCENT).
NAPLES, Italy – Aviation Boatswain's Mate (Aircraft Handler) 1st Class Le'Aundre L. Johnson, assigned to U.S. Naval Support Activity (NSA) Naples Fire and Emergency Services, was recognized as the 2025 Navy Military Fire Officer of the Year during an award ceremony in Annapolis, Maryland, May 6, 2...