Navy

The Navy in Hollywood

The Navy has been a recurring subject in Hollywood over the years and with the recent release ofMen of Honor, we found a listing of...

Calling all LCVP

Bill Hiebert asked us to help get the attention of LCVP (landing craft vehicle and personnel) and LCM’s (Landing Craft Medium) of WWII. The five...

Keeping Memories Alive

Military reunions aren’t just for veterans anymore. Families join sailors of USS Foote to keep the memories of their experiences alive. Georgia Tuttle feels closer...

Taps, a fitting tribute

A touching moment in ceremonies for a fallen war hero is the playing of Taps by a bugler. Unfortunately, a bugler shortage often forces veterans...

Bravery x 4

The Indianapolis Rescue and Recovery Association has formed, joining members of three ships with the crew they rescued in August 1945. The USS Bassett, USS...

Flags Flying Proudly

In an emotional and patriotic letter to the Northern Kentucky CVB, Albert B. Moore, president of the Mobile Riverine Force Association (MRFA), wrote that “on...

Here’s the recap, old sport

The USS Callaway reunion persevered through the events of September 11th to have an outstanding event. The early birds met at hosts Tom and Betty...

How long will you go?

The USS Callaway Newsletter noted that WWI reunions continued to be held for about 75 years after the war. The newsletter then questioned how long...

Navy Toots its own Horn

The Navy Office of Information Midwest, located in Chicago, is offering informational presentations about today’s Navy to community, school and veterans groups. The presentation covers...

Navy Tours Remain Unchanged

More than 1.5 million people tour the US Naval Academy (30 miles from Baltimore and Washington DC) every year. Even with the attacks on America,...