by David Wyble | Jul 23, 2026 | Crows Nest, Marines, Uncategorized, US Holidays, US Navy Challenge Coins, US Navy History, US Navy News
Few traditions in the United States Navy are as legendary as becoming a Shellback and the Crossing the Line Ceremony. For generations, sailors crossing the Equator for the first time have participated in this time-honored naval tradition, earning the respected title...
by David Wyble | Jul 22, 2026 | Crows Nest, Test Category, Uncategorized, US Navy History, US Navy News
The United States Navy’s submarine force has long operated under the motto “Silent Service,” carrying out missions that often remain classified for years. In 2026, however, one mission became public when the USS Charlotte (SSN-766) was widely...
by David Wyble | Jul 15, 2026 | Crows Nest, Uncategorized, US Navy Challenge Coins
If you’ve ever worn the uniform of the United States Navy, chances are you’ve heard some hilarious US Navy myths and misconceptions from friends, family members, or complete strangers. For some reason, people who have never stepped aboard a Navy ship often...
by David Wyble | Jul 13, 2026 | Crows Nest, Uncategorized, US Navy History, US Navy News
The history of our US Navy heroes through time has been one built not on fear. It was forged on the courage to overcome that fear, amidst incredible adversity! The heroes United States Navy through time has refined a legacy of extraordinary men and women who answered...
by David Wyble | Jul 11, 2026 | Crows Nest, Marines, Uncategorized, US Navy News
Few waterways are as strategically important as the Strait of Hormuz to the US Navy. Connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, this narrow maritime corridor serves as one of the world’s most critical shipping routes. A significant...
by David Wyble | Jul 10, 2026 | Crows Nest, Uncategorized, US Navy History
Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey movie is making waves in theaters with an epic retelling of Homer’s legendary voyage. Shot entirely with IMAX film cameras and bringing one of history’s greatest seafaring adventures to modern audiences, the movie has...
by David Wyble | Jun 24, 2026 | Crows Nest, Uncategorized, US Navy Challenge Coins
The United States Navy is more than a branch of the military; it is a global force built on honor, courage, commitment, and a proud heritage that spans nearly 250 years. For active-duty Sailors, Navy veterans, retirees, and military families, preserving that legacy is...
by David Wyble | Jun 22, 2026 | Crows Nest, Uncategorized, US Navy Challenge Coins, US Navy History
The United States Navy is unlike any other organization in the world. For more than 250 years, sailors have stood the watch, defended freedom, and maintained Navy traditions, and a powerful global presence that protects American interests every hour of every day....
by David Wyble | Jun 19, 2026 | Crows Nest, Uncategorized
Artist rendition of the battle of the Philippine Sea or the great Marianas “Turkey Shoot” On June 19, 1944, the United States Navy achieved one of the most decisive victories in naval aviation history during the Battle of the Philippine Sea, forever...
by David Wyble | Jun 17, 2026 | Crows Nest, US Navy Challenge Coins, US Navy History
Honoring US Navy Corpsman Since 1898! The very first US Navy Corpsman graduate alongside US Marines during 1898 For over 100 years both the men and women of the US Navy and US Marine Corps have celebrated the birthday our most essential warriors honoring US Navy...
