Every year on October 13, we celebrate the establishment of the Continental Navy in 1775. For nearly two and a half centuries, the United States Navy has protected freedom of the seas, projected American power across the globe, and produced some of the most compelling stories of courage, innovation, and sacrifice in American history.
Whether you are an active-duty Sailor, a proud veteran, a military history buff, or someone looking to honor the brave men and women serving at sea, dive into official history through the U.S. Government Bookstore’s United States Navy History Collection.
Highlights from the Collection
Published directly by the Naval History and Heritage Command and the Naval War College Press, these primary-source volumes include:
- Revolutionary Era to Modern Fleet: The evolution from wooden schooners to nuclear-powered aircraft carriers.
- Pacific Campaigns & Submarine Warfare: Detailed operational studies of major World War II and Cold War engagements.
- Leadership & Doctrine: Biographies of iconic Admirals and strategic analyses of modern maritime power.
Celebrate this Navy Birthday by diving into the authentic, primary-source stories that built our nation’s maritime legacy.
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About the author: Blogger Trudy Hawkins is the Senior Marketing & Promotions Specialist in GPO’s Publication & Information Sales Office, supporting the U.S. Government Online Bookstore (https://bookstore.gpo.gov).
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