Asian and Pacific Islander Americans have served in the U.S. Navy since the mid-19th Century. They also have worked for the U.S. Navy as civilians and have provided important services supporting fleet and shore commands.

This section presents a broad selection of our images that relate to Asian and Pacific Islander Americans and their relationships with the United States Navy.

Section Includes:

Asian and Pacific Islanders in the U.S. Navy, 1890s - World War I

Asian and Pacific Islanders in the U.S. Navy, 1920s - 1930s

Asian and Pacific Islanders in the U.S. Navy, World War II - 1940s

Asian and Pacific Islanders in the U.S. Navy, 1950s - 1970s

Asian and Pacific Islanders in the U.S. Navy, 1980s - 1990s

Asian and Pacific Islanders in the U.S. Navy, 2000 to Present