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U.S. Navy Celebrates 237th Birthday

Oct 12

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The U.S. Navy started its week-long celebration of its 237^th anniversary in Washington, D.C. Defense officials and service members gathered at the Pentagon on October 9 for a ceremony highlighted by cake-cutting, the traditional bell ringing, and messages from Pentagon leaders including Deputy Secretary of Defense Dr. Ashton Carter.

Here is a part of Dr. Carter’s message:

“Two hundred thirty seven years ago, John Adams and members of the Continental Congress recognized that a nation that aspired to greatness, even back then, required a great Navy. It’s not the strategy, it’s not the ships and the planes that really define our Navy… it’s you. It’s the men and women who choose to serve. It’s in you that the naval tradition lives… and for that, you have our nation’s gratitude.”

Navy Secretary Ray Mabus was also at the ceremony and offered some remarks:

“In 1776, we declared our independence in Philadelphia. In 1781, we won our independence in Yorktown. But in 1812, we guaranteed our independence and ensured our future by defeating, then, the greatest Navy in world, the British navy. We’ve come a long way since the original frigates, but the things that make us a great Navy have not changed. The Navy is ready to answer all bells. Happy birthday Navy.”

On October 11, the Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy (MCPON) held a worldwide all hands call. Upcoming events include a concert by the United States Navy Band on October 14 at 4pm. It will be held at Daughters of American Revolution (DAR) Constitution Hall in Washington. The concert will feature performances by the Navy Concert Band, Sea Chanters chorus, and the Country Current country/bluegrass ensemble.

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News Source: blog.usnavyseals.com

Construction For Billion Dollar Navy Ship Starts

Jun 07

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As the U.S. Military tightens its budget, Ingalls Shipbuilding officially starts the construction of a billion dollar navy ship. It is an amphibious transport dock ship. It will be named John P. Murtha Ship LPD 26, after the U.S. Pennsylvania Representative John P. Murtha. The Navy warship is expected to be in service in about two and a half years.

A ceremony for keel authentication was held at the Ingalls shipyard in Pascagoula, Mississippi. Pride and patriotism soars high as shipbuilder Wilfred Bolds, Jr. carved his initials in the keel plate.

“It is a bit overwhelming to sit back and think of what it means,” Bolds said. “It means my name is now attached to a warship, a ship that is going to go into battle and will provide housing to many of our soldiers.”

Ingalls President Irwin Edenzon keeps

a positive outlook, despite the military budget cuts.

“I think the nation is a bit concerned about what the future will bring. There are lots and lots of plans being talked about in Washington now and nobody is settled on a particular plan. We have a fairly good order book for the next couple of years, and we are up in Washington selling every day.”

Navy warship is an important part of military operations and the John P. Murtha Ship will the latest addition to its valiant fleet.

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News source: www.wlox.com