Naval History and Heritage Command
In his H-Gram 041, Director Cox continues with coverage commemorating the 75th anniversary of World War II, the loss of the ammunition ship SS Badger State in December 1969, and the 60th anniversary of the record-setting dive by Trieste.
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Ensign Jesse Brown was the first African-American Navy-trained aviator.
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Six months after it began, the Battle of Guadalcanal ended on 8 February 1943.
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Compiled like an encyclopedia, the Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships (DANFS) is a historical listing of U.S. naval ships. Learn about the DANFS ship of the week, Franklin (CV-13).
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South Pacific Actions
South Pacific Actions
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South Pacific Actions
South Pacific Actions
Miscellaneous Actions in the South Pacific; 8 August 1942 - 22 January 1943
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Ship of State
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Ship of State
Did you know USS Constitution is crewed by active-duty U.S. Navy Sailors who share her story with visitors from around the world? Explore her history here!
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