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Our mission is to Honor, Recognize and Celebrate the men & women of the Sea Services. #USNavy museum, #event venue, and home of the original #LoneSailor statue.

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Thank you to everyone who joined us, both in person and online, to remember and honor the 83rd anniversary of Battle of Midway.    If you missed the event, you can view the recording of the wreath laying here: ow.ly/tBCa50W59R0

Thank you to everyone who joined us, both in person and online, to remember and honor the 83rd anniversary of Battle of Midway. 
 
If you missed the event, you can view the recording of the wreath laying here: ow.ly/tBCa50W59R0
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We had a fabulous first Concert on the Avenue last week! It was a pleasure to welcome our host, Admiral Houston and his guests for a reception before the event. Come dance the night away at our next concert with the U.S. Navy Band tomorrow at 7pm. We hope to see you there! 🎶

We had a fabulous first Concert on the Avenue last week! It was a pleasure to welcome our host, Admiral Houston and his guests for a reception before the event.
 
Come dance the night away at our next concert with the U.S. Navy Band tomorrow at 7pm. We hope to see you there! 🎶
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There are only 4 more Movies on the Memorial left this summer!! Visit the plaza this Thursday at 8:30 for a showing of The Guardian and save this schedule so you don’t miss out on the rest!

There are only 4 more Movies on the Memorial left this summer!! 
 
Visit the plaza this Thursday at 8:30 for a showing of The Guardian and save this schedule so you don’t miss out on the rest!
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We are proud to announce a new way to honor service at the U.S. Navy Memorial: the Visitor’s Center Bench Sponsorship Program. Learn More: navymemorial.org/sponsor-a-bench

We are proud to announce a new way to honor service at the U.S. Navy Memorial: the Visitor’s Center Bench Sponsorship Program. 

Learn More: navymemorial.org/sponsor-a-bench
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The USS Chief (MCM 14) was christened and launched on this day in 1993. The ship stands as a lasting tribute to their legacy and leadership. Are you one of the plankowners or one of the lucky Sailors who got to serve aboard the USS Chief? Naval Surface Forces

The USS Chief (MCM 14) was christened and launched on this day in 1993. The ship stands as a lasting tribute to their legacy and leadership. Are you one of the plankowners or one of the lucky Sailors who got to serve aboard the USS Chief?

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The June 2025 Story of the Month celebrates the service of Vietnam War Veteran ABH3 Francis W. Cawley. The following clip was recorded by his shipmate ABH2 Dennis Steinour Sr. Click the link to read about his memories and service aboard the USS Saratoga navymemorial.org/sotmjune-2025

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Join us this Tuesday for our next Concert on the Avenue with the @navy band and @ceremonial guard! The concert will start at 7:00pm. Last week we welcomed our host, RADM Kurt Rothenhaus, and Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Clifford Pierce, who served in the Pacific in WWII.

Join us this Tuesday for our next Concert on the Avenue with the @navy band and @ceremonial guard! The concert will start at 7:00pm. Last week we welcomed our host, RADM Kurt Rothenhaus, and Machinist's Mate 3rd Class Clifford Pierce, who served in the Pacific in WWII.
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The Navy Memorial made history this month! We are excited to announce that our Student Interview Program, run by Dr. Matt Fash, was officially recognized in Congress by Representative Brian Fitzpatrick from Pennsylvania’s 1st District.

The Navy Memorial made history this month! We are excited to announce that our Student Interview Program, run by Dr. Matt Fash, was officially recognized in Congress by Representative Brian Fitzpatrick from Pennsylvania’s 1st District.
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Happy birthday to the Navy Hospital Corps! Thank you for providing health care to our Sailors and Marines while serving alongside them for the last 127 years Today we would also like to say a special thank you to Jack Bovender, Lone Sailor Award Recipient and Hospital Corpsman

Happy birthday to the Navy Hospital Corps! Thank you for providing health care to our Sailors and Marines while serving alongside them for the last 127 years
 
Today we would also like to say a special thank you to Jack Bovender, Lone Sailor Award Recipient and Hospital Corpsman
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Today we celebrate the 20th birthday of our Lone Sailor Statue in Burlington, Vermont! This Lone Sailor can be found on the beautiful Lake Champlain and stands on the former site of the U.S. Naval Reserve Center.

Today we celebrate the 20th birthday of our Lone Sailor Statue in Burlington, Vermont! This Lone Sailor can be found on the beautiful Lake Champlain and stands on the former site of the U.S. Naval Reserve Center.
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In our new series, #UntoldStoriesOfService, we honor those who lost their lives in battle. We celebrate the service memory of USCG Lieutenant, Jonathan Dewitt Grout who was killed when the USS Menges was torpedoed by U-371 in 1944. See the full story: youtube.com/@navymemorial/…

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Thank you to everyone who came to our Concert on the Avenue last week! We so enjoyed welcoming our hosts, MCPON James Honea Honea and Mrs. Evelyn Honea. Join us this tomorrow at 7:00pm for our next concert with the Navy Band and Ceremonial Guard!

Thank you to everyone who came to our Concert on the Avenue last week! We so enjoyed welcoming our hosts, <a href="/NavyMCPON/">MCPON James Honea</a> Honea and Mrs. Evelyn Honea. Join us this tomorrow at 7:00pm for our next concert with the Navy Band and Ceremonial Guard!
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This week we celebrate the USS Hugh Purvis Association and her proud crew as they gather for their annual reunion. Listen to the work of one of our Digital Interns who created a short documentary in their honor. Watch the full video @ youtube.com/playlist?list=…

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Join us tomorrow for Concerts on the Avenue at the Navy Memorial. Rain or shine, the @USNavyBand will be here rocking out to our favorite tunes!

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250 years after the founding of the Navy, it has grown to become one of the world’s mightiest forces for good. To mark this historic occasion, we’ve made it our 2025 Challenge Coin. Buy your limited edition challenge coin here: ow.ly/hN2q50Wj2PZ

250 years after the founding of the Navy, it has grown to become one of the world’s mightiest forces for good. To mark this historic occasion, we’ve made it our 2025 Challenge Coin. Buy your limited edition challenge coin here: ow.ly/hN2q50Wj2PZ
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Tomorrow is our last Movie on the Memorial for the summer! Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and snacks to the Memorial Plaza at dusk for a showing of Moana🌊🐚☀️ Movies begin at 8:30, but we encourage you to arrive early to get a prime spot.

Tomorrow is our last Movie on the Memorial for the summer! Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, and snacks to the Memorial Plaza at dusk for a showing of Moana🌊🐚☀️

Movies begin at 8:30, but we encourage you to arrive early to get a prime spot.
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We are proud to partner with our neighbors across the street, @National Archives Foundation , as they find which of United States historical documents is the most important to the American people! Let's join the National Archives and be part of history. Visit 100docs.vote today

We are proud to partner with our neighbors across the street, @<a href="/archivesfdn/">National Archives Foundation</a> , as they find which of United States historical documents is the most important to the American people! 
 
Let's join the National Archives and be part of history. Visit 100docs.vote today
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Happy Fourth of July from the Navy Memorial! We hope everyone has a wonderful day celebrating the spirit of freedom on America’s Birthday!

Happy Fourth of July from the Navy Memorial!

We hope everyone has a wonderful day celebrating the spirit of freedom on America’s Birthday!
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Born in 1924, World War Two Veteran FC3 William Ryan remembers his time on the USS New Jersey as if it were yesterday. Listen to his memories of 11 Battle Stars on the most decorated battleship in American History. Hear his full story at youtube.com/@navymemorial/…

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Today, we honor the birthday of the first Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy, Delbert D. Black—the first to hold the Navy’s highest enlisted position. His legacy lives on in the Delbert D. Black National Chief's Mess at the Navy Memorial. #NavyChief #MCPON

Today, we honor the birthday of the first Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy, Delbert D. Black—the first to hold the Navy’s highest enlisted position. His legacy lives on in the Delbert D. Black National Chief's Mess at the Navy Memorial. #NavyChief #MCPON