NOTICES
OPERATIONAL ARCHIVES
The Operational Archives at the Washington Navy Yard is open for researchers from 0900-1600 Mondays and Fridays only.
This adjustment is to allow preparation for moving a significant portion of archival material to facilities with archival standard environmental conditions.
AVIATION HISTORY and SHIPS HISTORY ARCHIVES
Aviation History and Ships History Archives - Open 0900 to 1600 Monday, Thursday, and Friday - Closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
CURATOR ARTIFACT COLLECTION
The Curator Branch of the NHHC at the Washington Navy Yard recently completed the process of relocating collections deemed to be at "High Risk" to proper storage facilities in preparation for a mold remediation project. During this work phase, access to parts of the Curator Artifact Collection is not possible. Curator Branch staff is available to respond to inquiries. Updates will be provided as to when normal operations are restored.
ARTIFACT LOAN PROGRAM:
The Curator Branch Artifact Loan Officer recently returned from extended leave. Normal operations of the Artifact Loan Program are expected to resume by the beginning of May. Be advised that the majority of the Navy's artifact collection is located offsite at remote locations. Please allow three months for processing requests.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Archives & Artifacts
Changes to operational schedule.
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OPERATIONAL ARCHIVES
The Operational Archives at the Washington Navy Yard is open for researchers from 0900-1600 Mondays and Fridays only.
This adjustment is to allow preparation for moving a significant portion of archival material to facilities with archival standard environmental conditions.
AVIATION HISTORY and SHIPS HISTORY ARCHIVES
Aviation History and Ships History Archives - Open 0900 to 1600 Monday, Thursday, and Friday - Closed Tuesday and Wednesday.
CURATOR ARTIFACT COLLECTION
The Curator Branch of the NHHC at the Washington Navy Yard facility is in the process of relocating collections deemed to be at "High Risk" to new storage facilities. During the relocation process, access to parts of the Curator Artifact Collection is not possible. Staff will be available to respond to inquiries on a limited basis. Updates will be provided as to when normal operations are restored.
ARTIFACT LOAN PROGRAM:
The Curator Branch Artifact Loan Officer will be out of the office for an extended time between December 2011 - April 2012. Responses to loan inquiries may be delayed during this time frame.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Photo Section
Changes to operational schedule.
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It is recommended that researchers call ahead for an appointment at 202-433-2765.
The Photographic Section is being reassigned from the Museums and Collections Division to the History and Archives Division during 2012. The Section is open to the public Monday, Tuesday and Friday each week (Except on Federal holidays). The Section is closed Wednesday and Thursday to allow staff to concentrate on projects associated with the realignment.
Navy Art Gallery
The Art Gallery is closed to visitors.
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The Art Gallery's closure is to prepare the collection for movement to an offsite facility with appropriate environmental conditions. The Gallery will reopen in a new location in 2012.
Researchers - please contact the Gallery for assistance at (202) 433-3815
NEWS
2011 NHHC Strategic Plan
Stategic Plan for the Naval History & Heritage Command 2011-2016
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NHHC in the News
U.S. Navy history news from across the world.
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COMMEMORATIONS
New Bicentennial of the War of 1812 Website
Resources related to U.S. Navy commemorations.
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DIVERSITY IN NAVAL HISTORY
Diversity resources such as photos, biographies, and presentations.
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FOIA RequestNHHC FOIA Service Center
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HQWEB LINKNHHC employees only.
CAC access required.
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Strong, Ready Navy for 200 Years
Often referred to as the Second War of Independence, the stakes in the War of 1812 were just as high as in our initial conflict with Great Britain and the consequences of losing no less severe.
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WWII Pacific Battles
View our index to the key battles of World War II including the Battle of Coral Sea and Midway.
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Battle of the Coral Sea
May 1942, the U.S. Navy won the first major naval engagement in history fought without surface ships exchanging a shot.
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Battle of Midway
Midway Battle informaton for military and civilians, including images, video and oral histories.
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What's New On Line
See what's new on line from the Navy Department Library.
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Ship Histories
Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships.
Find service descriptions of American naval vessels here.
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War of 1812 Bicentennial Commemorations
From 2012 to 2015, the US Navy, Marines, Coast Guard and partners
will commemorate the Bicentennial of the War of 1812
and The Star Spangled Banner.
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Command Operation Reports
Chief of Naval Operations instruction (OPNAVINST 5750.12J) requires all Navy commands to submit an annual COR,
formerly known as the Command History Report.
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Pentagon Corridor Panels
A series of panels in the E-ring corridor of the Pentagon tell the story of United States Sailors and Marines who have fought side-by-side in wartime and are ever vigilant in peace.
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FAQs
Answers to our most commonly asked questions.
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