Star Staff Reports
Naval Support Activity (NSA) Mid-South welcomed a new commanding officer during a change of command ceremony on July 2 in Millington.
Capt. Alonza “Al” Ross of Ashland, Mississippi, relinquished command to Capt. Michael C. Mosbruger of Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, during a traditional Navy ceremony.
The guest speaker and presiding officer for the ceremony was Rear Adm. Christopher “Scotty” Gray, Commander, Navy Region Europe, Africa Central.
“I can say, without hesitation, that the leadership of Al Ross helped set the conditions for success here in Millington,” said Gray. “Al has established a culture of excellence which permeates everything his Sailors do here. And for that, he should be proud.”
“Captain Mosbruger, you have an outstanding command team and great installation here,” Gray continued. “I have no doubt that you will keep the success of NSA Mid-South rolling along now and well into the future. Welcome aboard!”
Mosbruger is no stranger to the installation or the local area. He previously completed a successful tour as executive aide for Commander, Navy Recruiting Command. He is reporting to command NSA Mid-South after a successful tour as commanding officer of USS Lewis B. Puller (ESB 3), the first purposely build expeditionary mobile base vessel – essentially a Navy installation at sea.
“I am excited to be back in Millington and look forward to leading this installation,” said Mosbruger. “The tenants here at NSA Mid-South are vital to national security and I am ready to support them in my new position as commanding officer. I congratulate Capt. Ross on the great work he did during his time in command and wish him and his family happiness and success in the next chapter of their lives.”
Ross has been the commander of NSA Mid-South since February 2019. The ceremony also served as his retirement after 39 years of naval service.
During the ceremony Ross was awarded the Legion of Merit award for his service to the Navy during his time as commanding officer. His accomplishments include the installation passing security and regional inspections with high marks and earning the Navy’s retention award.
“I can think of no better way to end my naval career than here leading the great team of NSA Mid-South. We accomplished so much and I am eternally grateful for the hard work and dedication from each of the Sailors, civilians, and contractors who make NSA Mid-South better each day,” said Ross. “Wearing the uniform for the last time after 4 decades of service is bitter sweet. I am looking forward to spending time with my family.”
From recruitment to retirement, the commands on board NSA Mid-South provide career support services to more than 300K Sailors and their families. Home to Navy Personnel Command, Bureau of Personnel, Navy Recruiting Command, and Navy Manpower Analysis Center, the missions of the tenant commands on board NSA Mid-South is to manage the Navy’s most valuable asset: its people.
Naval Support Activity Mid-South in Millington, Tenn., is a base of the U.S. Navy. A part of the Navy Region Southeast and the Navy Installations Command, NSA Mid-South serves as the Navy’s Human Resources Center of Excellence. More than 6,500 military, civilian, and contract personnel are assigned and work on base.
