Frequently Asked Questions
How can my command raise awareness of our Navy birthday, history and heritage?
Tours of Navy Installations
Fitness Events
Navy Band Performances
Navy Color Guard
Parades
Navy Birthday Balls
Navy Heritage Celebrations
Luncheons
Speeches
Social Media Engagement
What are the core elements of a Navy birthday commemoration ceremony?
(This list is not all inclusive, but highly encouraged)
Bell Ringing
Cake Cutting
Reading of the SECNAV Birthday Message
Reading of the CNO Birthday Message
Singing of Anchors Aweigh
Where can I find scripts for Navy birthday commemoration ceremonies?
Navy birthday scripts can be found here.
Where can I find guidance concerning public tours, guest embarks and visitation?
SECNAVINST 5720.44C (Paragraph 0507)
What hashtag should I use when posting about the Navy Birthday on social media?
All posts will incorporate the hashtag #USNavy248, but may also utilize the standard Navy hashtag, #USNavy.
