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  1. 2 hours ago

    in 1944, an explosion rocks the decks of LST 353 at West Loch, Pearl Harbor. The chain reaction of explosions sinks six LSTs, damages several more, and kills 163 men. Learn more about what happened, here:

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  2. 6 hours ago

    Check out the latest edition of History Matters—our weekly compilation of articles, commentaries, and blogs related to history and heritage:

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  3. 19 hours ago

    Visiting today? Check out our booth at the and learn more about the importance of the in America’s history.

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  4. 23 hours ago

    Among the relics salvaged from USS Maine (ACR 1) after its mysterious explosion is a 6-inch, 30 caliber gun. Watch our video to learn why preserving this relic is so important to the Sailors of today.

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  5. May 21

    in 1944, an explosion rocks the decks of LST 353 at West Loch, Pearl Harbor. The chain reaction of explosions sinks six LSTs, damages several more, and kills 163 men. Read more about the West Loch Disaster below.

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  6. May 20

    On May 20, 1815, Commodore Stephen Decatur sails for the Mediterranean to suppress piracy and later is able to secure a treaty with the Dey of Algiers. Read more about the history of pirate interdiction and the U.S. Navy here:

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  7. May 20

    in 1943, The Navy establishes U.S. 10th Fleet under the command of Adm. Ernest J. King to combat the Nazi U-boat plague during the Battle of the Atlantic. Disbanded after WWII, it is reborn in 2010 as . Discover more here:

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  8. May 20

    We’re in New York for . Join us this week as celebrate naval history of the Big Apple. USS New York (LPD 21) was constructed with several tons of steel from the WTC? Read more here:

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  9. May 19

    The stories behind the images are sometimes better than the images themselves. Follow us on Instagram for both:

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  10. May 19

    . starts this week! Organized by , is arguably the biggest outreach event on the east coast. Learn more about this year's events here:

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  11. May 19

    . starts this week! Organized by , is arguably the biggest Navy outreach event on the east coast. Learn more about this year's events here:

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  12. May 19

    The stories behind the images are sometimes better than the images themselves. Follow us on Instagram for both at !

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  13. May 18

    starts Monday!! From Rear Adm. Grace Hopper to Adm. Alfred T. Mahan, New Yorkers have contributed a lot to the history of our Navy. Check out our infographic to learn more:

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  14. May 18

    Today is International ! Did you know has ten museums spread across the country—see if there’s one near you! Info here:

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  15. May 18

    starts Monday! From Rear Adm. Grace Hopper to Adm. Alfred T. Mahan, New Yorkers have contributed a lot to the history of our Navy. Check out our infographic to learn more:

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  16. May 18

    Today is International ! Did you know has 10 museums spread across the country—see if there’s one near you! Info here:

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  17. May 17

    Any big USS Missouri fans out there? The is set to honor the battleship with a forever stamp! Learn more:

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  18. May 17

    Don't forget—submissions for the 2018 CNO Naval History Essay Contest must be in by May 31st! Click the link for information on the categories, requirements, frequently asked questions, and prizes. Good Luck!

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  19. May 17

    Any big USS Missouri fans out there? The is set to honor the battleship with a forever stamp! Learn more here:

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  20. May 17

    Don't forget submissions for the 2018 CNO Naval History Essay Contest must be in by May 31st! Click the link for information on the categories, requirements, frequently asked questions, and prizes. Good Luck!

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