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The museum chronicles the history of the United States Navy from the American Revolution to the present conflicts.

Willard Park is home to an array of naval artifacts from different eras. The majority are naval ordnance captured by the U.S. Navy.

In our simulated submarine combat center, visitors learn about the fundamentals of submarine technology through interactive displays.

Though facing insurmountable odds, the underdog naval forces of the young United States proved their savvy by helping to defeat Great Britain in the War for Independence.

This exhibit traces the conflicts with France and the Barbary States that the new nation faced after the American Revolution

Explains techniques and showcases navigational devices, such as quadrants, sextants, compasses, chronometers, and charts.

This exhibit tells how the Union naval blockade, innovative technologies, and strong leadership propelled the Union to victory.

This exhibit traces United States involvement in Spanish colonial conflict in Cuba, the Caribbean, and the Phillippines.

Items belonging to Admiral Richard Byrd and Captain Finn Ronne highlight the history of polar exploration in this exhibit.

A rich display of artifacts, Guns Uniforms and mines

The U.S. Navy Museum boasts the largest and most comprehensive exhibit detailing the Navy's role in World War II.

The exhibition begins by grounding the visitor in the heated political atmosphere that led to United States and United Nations involvement in the war

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