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In Memoriam: Vice Admiral George R. Sterner, USN...

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Apr. 07, 2025
It is with deep regret I inform you of the passing of Vice Admiral George Rudolph Sterner on 29 November 2024...
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USS President partially down-rigged, riding at anchor by Antoine Roux, 1802. Naval History and Heritage Command, Navy Art Collection, NHC 76-327A.

USS President: “…one of the finest pieces of nav...

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Apr. 07, 2025
 Editor’s note: On May 10, 2022, Naval History and Heritage Command announced its commemoration of the 225th...
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In Memoriam: Rear Admiral Everette D. Stumbaugh,...

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It is with deep regret that I inform you of the passing of Rear Admiral Everette Don Stumbaugh on 27 February...
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It is with deep regret that I inform you of the passing of Rear Admiral William John “Bill” Finneran on 24...
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