Happy Birthday U.S. Navy
Congratulations to the U.S. Navy celebrating their 245th birthday today. Thank you for upholding the tradition of serving with Honor, Courage, and Commitment. We appreciate your service!
Tag: Navy
Blue Angels flyover postponed
The Blue Angels will not be flying over Jacksonville Saturday. The City of Jacksonville confirmed this on twitter, saying that due to multiple cities requesting for the Blue Angels to flyover them, the Jacksonville date has been pushed back. When they will come to Jacksonville Read More …
Jacksonville Naval Museum’s “U.S. Navy Cold War Experience”
“A Bold Ship for the Bold City!” The USS Orleck fired more rounds than any other ship during the Vietnam War to become the “Top Gun” during that time. Already previously operating as a museum ship in Louisiana, she will become the centerpiece of the Jacksonville Read More …
13th Littoral Combat Ship, USS Wichita, commissioned by US Navy at Naval Station Mayport
The USS Wichita (LCS-13) is a Freedom-class littoral combat ship of the United States Navy. It’s the third ship named after Wichita. Previous ships to bear the name included a World War II heavy cruiser (CA-45) and a Wichita-class Replenishment Oiler (AOR-1). The ceremonial “laying Read More …
NAS Jax Airshow 2017
Experience the ultimate high flying acts as aircraft from the past, present and future showcase their talent and capabilities at the NAS Jax Air Show! The NAS Jax Air Show, Birthplace of the Blue Angels, will take place November 4 – 5, 2017 aboard Naval Air Station Jacksonville. Read More …