It all started when I reported to PCU BARRY DDG-52. My Grand Father Gus Amaral, was the former "Chief of Police," Oak Bluffs, on Martha's Vineyard, Mass. I wanted to give back even more to the community. I was the first Active Duty Sailor, to ever be accepted into the Jackson County Sheriff's Department, Reserve Deputy Sheriff Program. This picture shows the "Meritorious Service Medal," the 1st time to ever be awarded to a reserve officer. Acts of Courage & Heroism during a fire at the Ocean Springs Nursing Home Fire.