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Spotlight: National Museum of the U.S. Navy

Spotlight: National Museum of the U.S. Navy

The National Museum of the U.S. Navy collects, preserves, displays, and interprets historic naval artifacts and artwork to inform, educate, and inspire naval personnel and the general public. The National Museum of the U.S. Navy was established in 1961 and opened to...
The Navy Medal of Honor

The Navy Medal of Honor

Photo Caption: Vice Admiral Thomas C. Kinkaid, USN (Commander, Seventh Fleet, at right), Lieutenant Nathan G. Gordon, USNR (left), shaking hands after Gordon was presented the Medal of Honor at Seventh Fleet headquarters on 19 August 1944 (NH 106206). In 1990,...
The Navy’s Role in Space Exploration

The Navy’s Role in Space Exploration

Article by Naval History and Heritage Command “The utilization of space truly has been a national effort; the talents of the military services have been invaluable through these years. The United States Navy has played a particularly important part in the development...
Women In Naval History

Women In Naval History

March is Women’s History Month. The contributions and accomplishments of women in the Navy have not gone unnoticed. This timeline highlights Navy history and the women who have contributed to the Navy’s success by forging a path for the women serving today....
Stronger Together: Why Representation Matters 

Stronger Together: Why Representation Matters 

Article provided by Defense Visual Information Distribution Service Today, women in the Navy have unlimited opportunities to help achieve their personal and professional goals. This empowering thought stood out to Allentown, Pennsylvania, native, Lt. Maria Walsh, who...