by Salty Dog Old School | Dec 13, 2022 | Crows Nest
The story of the Battle of Midway was a major naval battle that was fought in the Pacific Theater of World War II. It took place from June 4-7, 1942, and it was one of the most significant and decisive battles of the war. The battle was fought between the United...
by Salty Dog Old School | Dec 13, 2022 | Crows Nest
US Navy challenge coins are small coins that are often used as a form of recognition or as a way of promoting camaraderie among members of the US Navy. Challenge coins are typically round in shape and feature the emblem or logo of the unit, ship, or organization that...
by Salty Dog Old School | Dec 13, 2022 | Crows Nest
US Navy patrol squadrons are specialized units that are responsible for conducting a wide range of missions, including maritime patrol, anti-submarine warfare, search and rescue, and air defense. These patrol squadrons operate out of US Navy Air Stations. Once reason...
by Salty Dog Old School | Dec 13, 2022 | Crows Nest
During World War II, the United States Navy operated a vast fleet of warships, including aircraft carriers, battleships, cruisers, destroyers, and submarines. These ships played a critical role in the war, and they were instrumental in the Allied victory in the...
by Salty Dog Old School | Dec 13, 2022 | Crows Nest
Battleship Row was the name given to the line of battleships moored along Ford Island in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, at the time of the Japanese attack on December 7, 1941. The row included eight battleships, and it was the primary target of the Japanese attack. We created...
by Salty Dog Old School | Nov 20, 2022 | Crows Nest
Experience comes with a price and since 1893 the United States Navy has flourished as a leading naval super power for one reason: The Goat Locker April, 1st, 1893 is the birthdate of the US Navy Chiefs and what is often and commonly referred to as the backbone of the...
