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![Share By Naval History and Heritage Command Communication and Outreach Division The state of New Jersey has a history as rich as any in the United States. Because of its […]](https://usnhistory.navylive.dodlive.mil/files/2019/07/blog_banner_NewJersey-125x125.jpg "The Naval History of New Jersey")
The Naval History of New Jersey
Posted on July 11, 2019 | No CommentsShare By Naval History and Heritage Command Communication and Outreach Division The state of New Jersey has a history as rich as any in the United States. Because of its […] -
![Share Editor’s note: Planning is critical to success, but innovation and initiative during battle is a necessary part of combat. As part of CNO’s effort to apply lessons from our […]](https://usnhistory.navylive.dodlive.mil/files/2019/06/initiative-during-combat-125x125.jpg "Operation Neptune: Innovating on the Spot Made D-Day a Success")
Operation Neptune: Innovating on the Spot Made D-Day a Success
Posted on June 4, 2019 | No CommentsShare Editor’s note: Planning is critical to success, but innovation and initiative during battle is a necessary part of combat. As part of CNO’s effort to apply lessons from our […] -
![Share By Michael Brayshaw, Norfolk Naval Shipyard Lead Public Affairs Specialist A 50-mile stretch of beaches determined the fate of the western world. Many know the fundamental facts […]](https://usnhistory.navylive.dodlive.mil/files/2019/05/USS-Texas-2-125x125.jpg "Norfolk Naval Shipyard Supported D-Day With Building, Modernizing Five Different Types Of Ships")
Norfolk Naval Shipyard Supported D-Day With Building, Modernizing Five Different Types Of Ships
Posted on May 31, 2019 | No CommentsShare By Michael Brayshaw, Norfolk Naval Shipyard Lead Public Affairs Specialist A 50-mile stretch of beaches determined the fate of the western world. Many know the fundamental facts […] -
![Share Editor’s note: on May 8, 2019, Rear Adm. John B. Mustin, Deputy Commander of U.S. Second Fleet and Naval Surface Force Atlantic, spoke at an event hosted by New […]](https://usnhistory.navylive.dodlive.mil/files/2019/05/Mustin-1-125x125.jpg "100th Anniversary of the World’s First Transatlantic Flight")
100th Anniversary of the World’s First Transatlantic Flight
Posted on May 8, 2019 | No CommentsShare Editor’s note: on May 8, 2019, Rear Adm. John B. Mustin, Deputy Commander of U.S. Second Fleet and Naval Surface Force Atlantic, spoke at an event hosted by New […] -
![Share By Ryan Peeks, Ph.D. Naval History and Heritage Command The Battle of the Coral Sea (May 4-8, 1942) was the first carrier vs. carrier battle in history—the opposing Australian-American […]](https://usnhistory.navylive.dodlive.mil/files/2019/05/Sustained-commitment-saves-lives-125x125.jpg "Even When All Seems Lost, Sailor Toughness and Resilience Make All the Difference")
Even When All Seems Lost, Sailor Toughness and Resilience Make All the Difference
Posted on May 6, 2019 | No CommentsShare By Ryan Peeks, Ph.D. Naval History and Heritage Command The Battle of the Coral Sea (May 4-8, 1942) was the first carrier vs. carrier battle in history—the opposing Australian-American […] -
![Share By Sam Cox, Director, Naval History and Heritage Command On the late afternoon of 14 April 1988, the frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG-58) was fighting for her life after […]](https://usnhistory.navylive.dodlive.mil/files/2019/04/DN-SC-88-08601-125x125.jpg "When Heritage Meets Initiative – The Story of Samuel B. Roberts FFG-58")
When Heritage Meets Initiative – The Story of Samuel B. Roberts FFG-58
Posted on April 12, 2019 | No CommentsShare By Sam Cox, Director, Naval History and Heritage Command On the late afternoon of 14 April 1988, the frigate USS Samuel B. Roberts (FFG-58) was fighting for her life after […] -
![Share By Margherita M. Desy, Historian, Naval History & Heritage Command Detachment Boston “Whereas the depredations committed by the Algerine corsairs on the commerce of the United States render it necessary […]](https://usnhistory.navylive.dodlive.mil/files/2019/03/1803MFC2011Photo-125x125.jpg "“Act to provide a naval armament” – 225th Anniversary of the Creation of the United States Navy")
“Act to provide a naval armament” – 225th Anniversary of the Creation of the United States Navy
Posted on March 20, 2019 | No CommentsShare By Margherita M. Desy, Historian, Naval History & Heritage Command Detachment Boston “Whereas the depredations committed by the Algerine corsairs on the commerce of the United States render it necessary […] -
![Share By Daniel Garas, Naval History and Heritage Command Before it entered World War II, the United States Navy realized aviation would play a significant role in the upcoming conflict. […]](https://usnhistory.navylive.dodlive.mil/files/2019/03/80-G-K-5790-e1553003035344-125x125.jpeg "The Oerlikon 20 mm: The Right Tool for the Job")
The Oerlikon 20 mm: The Right Tool for the Job
Posted on March 18, 2019 | No CommentsShare By Daniel Garas, Naval History and Heritage Command Before it entered World War II, the United States Navy realized aviation would play a significant role in the upcoming conflict. […] -
![Share By Dave Werner, U.S. Pacific Fleet Public Affairs On February 21st, 2019, NAVADMIN 039/19 directed the Navy to return to the union jack beginning Tuesday June 4, 2019. That […]](https://usnhistory.navylive.dodlive.mil/files/2019/02/80-G-52931-125x125.jpeg "Strong Crew, and Rescue, Set Sailor Standards for Initiative and Toughness")
Strong Crew, and Rescue, Set Sailor Standards for Initiative and Toughness
Posted on February 22, 2019 | No CommentsShare By Dave Werner, U.S. Pacific Fleet Public Affairs On February 21st, 2019, NAVADMIN 039/19 directed the Navy to return to the union jack beginning Tuesday June 4, 2019. That […] -
![Share By Hill Goodspeed, Historian, National Naval Aviation Museum The aircraft carrier Hornet (CV 8) served for just 372 days, her short lifespan reflective of the fact that she put […]](https://usnhistory.navylive.dodlive.mil/files/2019/02/NH-82718-KN-125x125.jpeg "Two Flights Defined Hornet’s Service")
Two Flights Defined Hornet’s Service
Posted on February 8, 2019 | No CommentsShare By Hill Goodspeed, Historian, National Naval Aviation Museum The aircraft carrier Hornet (CV 8) served for just 372 days, her short lifespan reflective of the fact that she put […]