Joined Aug 13, 2019 Reaction score 11,895 Location The Drakwald. During this so-called “quasi war,” the frigate Constellation under Thomas Truxtun earned the first laurels of the federal navy by defeating two French national frigates. The two traded broadsides for nearly an hour before the British ship surrendered. When this misguided policy ended, 177 gunboats had been constructed. Congress, under pressure from Adams, finally voted to finish three of the six frigates closest to completion, and then established a Navy Department. Despite its size, and commitment to defeat Napoleon, Great Britain was still able to detach a squadron to the Americas, including four ships-of-the-line, twenty-three frigates, and 71 unrated ships, with more to arrive by September 1812. V/r NSCF-Pax River Chapter. I was stationed on an aircraft carrier in 1969. Post 6:39 PM - Oct 13 #6 2020-10-13T22:39. Navy vessels also transport Marines to areas of conflict. Navy Birthday is not a public holiday. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Close × We are processing your Tribute Video. On October 13, 1775, a resolution in teh Contental Congress establlished the United States Navy. 09 October 2020. New squad weapons are on their way to replace the SAW and M4. U.S. Military Men’s Analog-Digital Chronograph Silver-Tone and Black Silicone Strap Watch by Wrist Armor. Without the protection of the Royal Navy, the Barbary States began to seize American ships, and enslave or kill their crews. They, and many like them, laid the foundation for our very identity as a service. 9,784 3,535 23. On 28 November, our Nation commemorates the 245th anniversary of the United States Navy Chaplain Corps. changed is how proud we can be of two and a half... 3. Despite your 245 years, you look as good today as you did centuries ago. Military Happy Birthday to the US Navy, it's 245 Years Old Today! Even worse than the loss of American merchant shipping was the impressment of its sailors. When Bainbridge’s command, the 36-gun “subscription” frigate Philadelphia — paid for by the citizens of that city — grounded on an uncharted reef under the guns of Tripoli harbor and was captured by the Tripolitans, it was Preble who authorized a daring scheme. (U.S. Navy video by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Alexander C. Kubitza/Released) On October 13, 1775, the Continental Congress commissioned two ships, each with eighty sailors, “ for intercepting … In a protracted conflict between vastly unequal forces, the Continental Navy inevitably succumbed: of the 13 frigates ordered, two were never completed, two were scuttled when the British captured Philadelphia, one was set afire by its crew, one blew up in battle, and the remaining seven were captured and taken into the British navy. I’m fairly sure there’s more than one youngster at NAS Pensacola who has turned the other way to avoid one of skipper’s tall tales! The committee audaciously chose all of the above. Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) Adm. Mike Gilday sent a message to the fleet to celebrate the 245th Navy Birthday. The protests raised by American shipping interests gradually prodded President Washington to realize he must somehow replace the protective umbrella of the Royal Navy. #7th Fleet #Joint forces #Navy Birthday #Navy #Marine Corps #III MEF #245 #Indo-Pacific Website offers instant premier news and defense technology updates. Military Happy Birthday to the US Navy, it's 245 Years Old Today! Fleet and I are proud to be a part of it and we're standing by to support our shipmates at all times. All News. I still have my old woolen bell-bottomed dress blues, which, for me, epitomize the silhouette of a salty, sea going Sailor. Remarried after being widowed for 5 years. October 13 marks the birthday of the U.S. Navy, which traces its roots back to the early days of the American Revolution. Official Video Message to the Force: 245th Navy Birthday video size: 640x360 730x576 1024x576 1280x720 1920x1080 custom size x Advanced Embed Example “For 245 years, the United States Navy has been the mainstay of our national defense,” said Capt. Opponents of the gunboats argued that the government’s limited naval budget would be better spent on more expensive sloops and frigates capable of sailing on the high seas. The blue bell-bottomed jeans stank of mothballs, my black “boon docker” boots felt like wooden clogs, the blue chambray shirt upon which I had stenciled my name in black ink across the pocket was stiff and scratchy, and my “dixie cup” looked like a white banana boat atop my shaved head. In retrospect, the uselessness of the Continental navy and the enormous expense of maintaining a fleet dissuaded the republic’s leaders from investing in a new navy. One such naval hero of which I often think of during trying times is Commander Ernest Evans, the commanding officer of the USS Johnston during WWII. Thank you to today’s Sailors and all those who have worn the uniform on land, in the sky, and at sea. ► Pensacola's moment on world stage was not a surprise I Kinsella, ► Fallen Naval officers embodied leadership and strength during greatest need | Capt. 30 oz Navy Black Double Wall Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Navy Tumbler Travel Mug. By 1807, more than 6,000 seafaring Americans had been taken into British service against their will and contrary to American law. Graphic credit: U.S. Navy Today the United States Navy celebrates 245 years of service to our nation. In order to deflect Britain’s naval threats to American merchant shipping many merchants and politicians, especially in New England, argued that an ocean going navy was necessary to protect mercantile interests. For his bravery, CDR Evans was awarded the Medal of Honor. R 241545Z NOV 20 ALMAR 026/20 MSGID/GENADMIN/CMC WASHINGTON DC DMCS// SUBJ/NAVY CHAPLAIN CORPS 245TH ANNIVERSARY// GENTEXT/REMARKS/1. By 1797, President John Adams faced an intolerable situation with revolutionary France. They were based on a fundamental understanding that sea power ensured the prosperity and security of England’s remaining dominions. Related Videos 3:58 Source: YouTube/Defense Flash News Yet a sober analysis of these ship-to-ship actions must conclude that these were not fair fights. Today, Sailors stand … Three years later, the United States got its revenge when the frigate President, commanded by Commodore John Rodgers, overhauled a British warship in the twilight. Watch the video below to see more. U.S. Pacific Fleet Videos Happy 245th Navy Birthday from the Pacific! Join me on Oct. 13, as we raise a toast to the United States Navy! October 13, 2020 marks the 245th birthday of the United States Navy, the world’s greatest Navy! It is the example of the Johnston that inspires our fighting spirit as we forge ahead into the unknown future. The Navy was created in 1775 when Congress voted to weaponize two vessels and assign an 80-man crew to each one. Our history and traditions are central to our identity in the Navy, and recognizing that, the Navy has chosen to celebrate “Victory at Sea” as a central theme during the birthday season, with an appropriate emphasis on the Pacific Theater battles during WWII. “Happy Birthday Navy! FREE Shipping by Amazon. Celebrating 245 years of victory at sea, the Marine Corps wishes a happy birthday to our shipmates on our Blue-Green Team, the past and present Sailors in the U.S. Navy! They have maintained the freedom of the nation and of the open seas with unswerving dedication. Birthday Tribute for US Navy Birthday (245th) In celebration of the US Navy's 245th birthday, we invite you to record a special message for the veterans at Charlotte Hall Veterans Home. Thomas Korsmo, NASK commanding officer. Four sailors were killed and 17 wounded. While peace with England removed the threat to American merchant ships, it also left them without the protection provided by the Royal Navy prior to the war. 4.9 out of 5 stars 102. 5.39K subscribers 1. On October 13, 1775, the Continental Congress commissioned two ships, each with eighty sailors, “for interce… Those frigates that managed to get to sea were often so poorly equipped that they were forced to return to port for repairs. A midair collision and napping for lethality — The Briefing 10.8.20, John S. McCain conducts Christmas Eve FONOP in South China Sea, How some bra-wearing pigeons saved thousands of lives during WWII, Troops share memories of holidays spent away from home, Judge: Premature to block midshipman’s expulsion over tweets, A Christmas wish list for Santa Claus from your favorite vet bro, https://www.navytimes.com © 2020 Sightline Media Group. Popular opinion in America rallied around its navy. - The Briefing 10.22.20, The end of tanks? Don't miss the top Navy stories, delivered each afternoon. Celebrating 245 years of victory at sea, the Marine Corps wishes a happy birthday to our shipmates on our Blue-Green Team, the past and present Sailors in the U.S. Navy! Victory at sea for the U.S. Navy … The U.S. Navy turns 245 years old on Oct. 13, and sailors will be celebrating by eating cake. 81. After a desperate action where the Johnston took on the might of the Japanese Navy, Evans, by now bloody and shirtless, standing on the destroyer’s stern and calling rudder orders down through a hatch to aft steering because the bridge had been shot away, made his final order to abandon ship. Rotor Head. Under the command of Lt. Decatur, the captured ketch Intrepid, manned by an all-volunteer crew, boarded and burned the frigate and made good their escape without loss of life. American heavy frigates were newer, more heavily timbered, and carried a weight of broadside that was up to 38 percent heavier. U.S. Military Men’s Analog-Digital Chronograph Silver-Tone and Black Silicone Strap Watch by Wrist Armor. I served the last three years on AIRLANT staff and enjoyed every minute of it.” The Navy’s 245 th birthday represents and celebrates the honor, courage, and commitment of … Add the following CSS to the header block of your HTML document. For the first time in the country’s brief 40 year history, there was no political debate over a standing navy. To celebrate the traditional birthday of the world's mightiest fleet, the U.S. Navy, we here at Guns.com decided to take a look at the maritime service's guns.. It received four broadsides in quick succession. https://www.militarytimes.com/video/2020/11/10/happy-245th-birthday-marines During the Battle off Samar during the Battle of Leyte Gulf, Evans knew that he and his fellow destroyer captains were the last line of defense between the line of Japanese battleships and the escort carriers of task group “Taffy 3.” Evans laid down a smoke screen and ordered “Flank speed. I try and share that appreciation with the younger sailors I am fortunate to work with, because if we senior leaders don’t take the time to share our history, then who will? John F. Kennedy once said, “I can imagine no more rewarding a career. Sign up for the Navy Times Daily News Roundup to receive the top Navy stories every afternoon. 81. Get it as soon as Tue, Dec 8. I mean Whisperer. The central theme of this year's birthday celebration is "Victory at Sea," which encompasses the Navy's efforts in battle during World War Two. The graphic features a guided-missile destroyer representing USS John Paul Jones (DDG 53) waving a battle ensign breaking through a silhouette of USS Constitution formed by clouds. Hundreds of cakes will be served at Navy bases across the country. The Navy’s Planning order for the celebration stated: “13 October 2020 will mark the Navy’s 245th Birthday. With the end of the Revolution, American political leaders and merchants looked for the resumption of shipping and trade in England’s West Indian colonies and expansion into new world markets. And any man who may be asked in this century what he did to make his life worthwhile, I think I can respond with a good deal of pride and satisfaction: ‘I served in the United States Navy.’". $37.81 $ 37. “Victory at Sea” — The central theme of this year’s 245th birthday and heritage week. I love history and I love spinning a yarn, so I take every opportunity I can to tell an “old sea story” to a young unsuspecting sailor. But it wasn’t until 1972 that Admiral Elmo R. Zumwalt authorized official recognition of the date as the US Navy’s Birthday. What about the comradery? By 1798, the final bill to complete the six frigates totaled $2.5 million, but the savings in insurance costs to American merchants that year was estimated at $8.6 million — a strong financial argument for the new navy. Because of its sailors, past and present, the Navy’s ability to project force above, on, and beneath the waves, control shipping lanes and dominate airspace over the world’s hotspots is without parallel. Rotor Head. They're picking up the pieces too. So happy birthday shipmates! Despite its record, the Continental Navy produced several naval heroes, the most famous being John Paul Jones, and several promising young officers, including Thomas Truxtun and Edward Preble. But on reflection, it really doesn’t matter how or where we celebrate our birthday. The Navy’s Birthday was established as an official holiday when Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Elmo R. Zumwalt authorized the recognition of October 13th as the official birthday of the United States Navy in 1972. The Navy is celebrating its 245th birthday on Oct. 13 and released several birthday message videos to commemorate the occasion. Most of these incidents victimized defenseless merchant ships, but American national honor was outraged when its new frigate Chesapeake, was fired upon by the British ship Leopard just inside the entrance to Chesapeake Bay. The British navy put forth a small, efficient fleet against overpowering numbers. Early English settlers to the 13 colonies were as much drawn to the sea as to the land. Knowing this, you would be forgiven for thinking that the first birthday was celebrated a year later by bell-bottomed sailors on a wooden deck, sharing sea stories around a tub of grog. Although this birthday is different than in past years, what has not Knowledgeispower Ah I love the smell of missile spam in the morning. The largest American towns — Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Baltimore — were all Atlantic seaports which developed professional seamen and the necessary ingredients for shipbuilding: warehouses, ropewalks, boat builder’s sheds, sail loft, and counting houses. Not even NAS Pensacola thought Sally would be so bad. In the decade leading up to the War of 1812, Jefferson pursued a controversial naval policy known as the “gunboat navy,” more notable for its austerity than its usefulness. The defeat of the Spanish armada is an early example. The ceremony will not only celebrate 245-years of excellence. But its early American leaders would be astonished to see that their fledgling navy has become the world’s dominant naval force. ... Navy, Marines bolster maritime presence off the coast of … From 1800 to 1805, 59 American merchant ships were captured by British ships; from 1805 through 1807, 469 ships, or approximately half the merchant fleet, fell into British hands. Happy Birthday, Navy! “The Navy is not for everyone, but for those who choose to make it a career it is a great place to be. The cost to build a gunboat during Jefferson’s term in office was around $9,000. “The Greatest Generation’s” hard-fought victories inspires today’s globally deployed Sailors, who ensure security and stability for our allies and ensure prosperity worldwide. VIDEO: Navy’s 245th Birthday Message October 13, 2020 9:00 AM The following are messages from Secretary of the Navy Kenneth Braithwaite and Chief of … As the Japanese destroyer Yukikaze cruised slowly by, Johnston crewman Robert Billie watched from the water as the Japanese captain saluted the sinking American ship out of respect for the indomitable fighting spirit of her captain and crew. But despite these defects, their design provided a valuable apprenticeship for a naval architect of future distinction, Joshua Humphrey. While the democratic American public initially approved of the reforms taking place in Paris, opinion turned when reports filtered back of wholesale killings of men, women and children simply because they belonged to the clergy or aristocracy, or were supporters of those classes. For 245 years, since Oct. 13, 1775, the men and women of the United States Navy have been serving the nation with skill, determination, courage and pride. Thread starter Husky_Khan; Start date Oct 13, 2020 ••• More options Who Replied? During the first three years of war, financier Robert Morris — who sometimes for expediency advanced his own funds, often without recompense — carried out most of the committee’s work. He was an absolute gentleman and as I shook his hand I looked at him with awe as I thought of the breadth of his experience and service at sea. 2 daughters, and a step-daughter, all functioning adults). In reality, the Navy didn’t officially recognize that day as the Navy birthday until 1972 when Chief of Naval Operations (CNO), Admiral Elmo Zumwalt, authorized the date as the official birthday of the U.S. Navy. All that and more on The Briefing for 10.22.20. establishing what is now the United States Navy, “The Rise of the American Navy 1775 – 1914,”, A fatal parachute accident, new squad weapons, and jetpack assault teams? Money Minute - How should small business set their ownership status? Oct 13, 2020 #1 ...Almost as old as @Sailor.X But what does the Commander-in-Chief have to say … 22K 5,411 26. By giving us your email, you are opting in to the Navy Times Daily News Roundup. Today, we celebrate the 245th birthday of the United States Navy. As … Pirate Problem. The central theme of this year’s 245th birthday and heritage week will be “Victory at Sea,” which encompasses the Navy’s efforts in battle during World War II in the Pacific Theater. Happy 245th birthday, Marines. May you enjoy, “Fair Winds and Following Seas” for another 245 years. FREE Shipping by Amazon. $37.81 $ 37. What about the traditions? Facing alone the naval might of Britain, the strategic options open to its members were to: defend the nation’s coastlines; protect convoys; prey on enemy commerce; or all of the above. It will also pay tribute to the Navy's past, while celebrating its future and the sailors who serve proudly today. The early successes of the American heavy frigates are well-chronicled. Ironically, it was revolutionary France, America’s ally a few short years earlier, that posed the first test for the new federal navy. Hosted via Zoom, it was an unique experience unlike any event in the past. At war’s end, only two major Continental warships remained, the frigate Alliance and the first American ship of the line, America. As … But a codicil in the act required that construction be halted in the event of peace with Algiers, the most militant of the Barbary States. Happy 245th birthday to the United States Navy!!! Capt. The first squadron sent by Jefferson in 1801 was commanded by an unimaginative Richard Dale and accomplished nothing. SECNAV 245th Navy Birthday Message 201006-N-PM193-1001 WASHINGTON (Oct. 10, 2020) Secretary of the Navy Kenneth J. Braithwaite delivers a happy birthday message to the Navy. Businesses have normal opening hours. Situated on the North African coast, the Barbary States — Morocco, Tunis, Algiers and Tripoli — had for centuries preyed on merchantmen, especially from “infidel” (i.e., Christian) nations lacking the will to pay sufficient tribute or a navy to protect its maritime trade. Last month, the U.S Navy celebrated their 245th birthday. Be proud of your Navy, your service, and your perseverance over this past year. On a warm August day in 1785, at the Merchants' Coffee House in Philadelphia, an 8-year-old Continental Navy 32-gun frigate named Alliance was auctioned off for $26,000. It had limited financial resources, no administrators, few experienced officers and not least of all, the absence of fighting ships. However these issues did not dissuade the committee. Today, October 13, 2020 is the US Navy’s 245th Birthday! That year, Admiral James L. Holloway, a naval aviator, WWII veteran, and former CNO, was the guest speaker and I was fortunate to meet him. Graphic credit: U.S. Navy Today the United States Navy celebrates 245 years of service to our nation. Top Stories. www.whitehouse.gov Reactions: DarthOne and UltimatePaladin. USMC Rotor Head. As inconclusive as the War of 1812 was, it did mark the establishment of a permanent U.S. Navy. The U.S. Navy celebrates their 245th birthday on October 13, 2020. “Happy birthday, Navy!” Meeting each evening in a Philadelphia tavern, the committee struggled to agree on the most basic strategic and tactical questions. There were historical examples, prior to the War of 1812, where a stronger military power had been humiliated by a hard fighting and intelligent weaker power that compensated for its numerical inferiority by efficiency. Navy Birthday. Dan Doyle is a husband, father, grandfather, Vietnam veteran, and retired professor of Humanities at Seattle University. …”. When war was declared, President James Madison’s administration was disposed to adopt Jefferson’s gunboat policy in order to defend America’s coastline from the expected British blockade. On 13 October, 1775 a resolution of the Continental Congress established the United States Navy with “a … If you have ever worn the uniform of a United States Navy Sailor, you have played a part in the illustrious history of our service. The vessels then deployed on a three-month mission to stop munitions from reaching British armies. Happy 245 th to the U.S. Navy – providing security for our shores and projecting strength around the globe since 1775. The British blockade of continental Europe prompted American merchants to adopt an indirect approach by shipping goods to French West Indies ports for re-export to Europe, resulting in a boost to American business. SUBJ/NAVY BIRTHDAY MESSAGE TO THE FLEET// RMKS/1. Happy 245! The Navy had a birthday this month – but Naval Air Station Kingsville had to come up with ways to celebrate while still under COVID 19 safety protocols. The cost to build a 1,575-ton, 44-gun frigate such as the USS Constitution in 1797 dollars was $300,000 and required a further $125,000 per year to maintain on active service. Tim "Lucky" Kinsella is commanding officer of NAS Pensacola. Kinsella, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. ... As Commander in Chief, I send my sincere gratitude to our Nation’s sailors on the 245th birthday of the United States Navy. Still providing freedom of navigation and projecting force around the globe. U.S. Navy. The difference between the two types of naval concepts is stark. Building, arming and fitting out the frigates was an enormous challenge for 13 colonies that had no naval yards, no factories to produce ordnance (Britain had forbade the manufacture of heavy cannon in the colonies) or supplies like hemp and sailcloth. Shipmates, this year we are celebrating our 245th Birthday virtually, Today, the United States Navy stands unchallenged as the world’s most powerful maritime force. Even deciding which colonies were to receive contracts provided an early glimpse of pork-barrel politics. After the Franco-Spanish defeat at the Battle of Trafalgar in October 1805, Britain’s dominance at sea was unchallenged, and indignities to American merchant shipping increased to a disastrous level. I didn’t actually attend a ball until I was a lieutenant because I had been at sea for every other birthday during my career. Navy Reserve. Typically, the Navy birthday is celebrated with a formal ball that includes dinner, guest speakers, and a salute to our forebears. Unfortunately, this year young sailors won’t get to experience meeting old salts like Admiral Holloway, because COVID-19 has forced us to virtual ball. But England’s trade restrictions had a deeper undertone beyond revenge. 99 $49.99 $49.99. French warships and privateers were preying on British and American merchantman and by mid year, had taken 300 American ships. “On Oct. 13, 1775, the Continental Congress decided to purchase two armed vessels to attack British supply ships and keep their supplies from reaching British soldiers in the Colonies,” said NASK Command Master Chief Jacob Bristow. video size: Advanced Embed Example. The central theme of this year’s anniversary celebration and heritage week will be “Victory at Sea,” which encompasses the Navy’s efforts in battle during World War II in the Pacific Theater. 9,784 3,535 23. Naval Celebration. Mentored under Truxtun, Preble immediately sought to take the conflict to the Barbary States, and in the process provided leadership and inspiration to the navy’s future commanders Stephen Decatur, Isaac Hull, Charles Stewart and William Bainbridge. Navy Birthday is celebrated on October 13. Victories by the USS Constitution over HMS Guerierre and then HMS Java, and the USS United States vs. HMS Macedonian, stunned the overconfident British naval establishment and public, long used to victory over French and Spanish navies. The day is celebrated as the birthdate of the American Navy. The Coast Guard and the Navy provide different levels of support to each other for peacetime versus wartime activities. The Navy’s 245 th birthday represents and celebrates the honor, courage, and commitment of all Sailors, past and present. It is a privilege to represent all Marines in wishing our Chaplains a happy birthday … Last month, the U.S Navy celebrated their 245th birthday. Sotnik. In practice, the new navy was virtually powerless to do anything other than prey on enemy commerce. 28% off Limited time deal. around the world, together. Greetings shipmates. Happy 245th birthday to the greatest navy that ever sailed the high seas. Happy birthday to the US Navy! The U.S. Navy turns 245 years-old today. Later this month, Navy personnel will take part in building a ramp for a local mobility challenged veteran. Post 6:30 PM - Oct 13 #5 2020-10-13T22:30. This policy, which was defensive in nature and reflective of anti-navy politics, was poorly conceived and hampered the development of the American blue-water navy. Britain’s navy, the largest in the world, consisted of 600 ships, including 175 ships of the line rated at 64 guns or more. The incident emboldened Jefferson and his cabinet to issue a proclamation ordering all British naval vessels to leave American ports and persuaded the penurious Treasury Secretary Albert Gallatin to side with the growing war party. The closing of this market, which had prior to the Revolution consumed two-thirds of American food exports, had devastating results for the economy of the young republic. Years later, naval historian Alfred Thayer Mahan would argue that this strategy was “the most consonant with sound military views.” Yet, the odds were overwhelmingly in Great Britain’s favor. 30 oz Navy Black Double Wall Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Navy Tumbler Travel Mug. The second command, initially offered to Thomas Truxtun, was commanded by an unaggressive Richard Morris, who achieved little, and was dismissed from the service. A previous CNO, Admiral George Anderson, once said, “The Navy has both a tradition and a future  ̶  and we look with pride and confidence in both directions.”. In December 1775, the committee authorized the construction of 13 light frigates rated between 24 to 32 guns each. Shipbuilding and the timber business formed the principal industries of colonial America, supplying both local and home country maritime needs. And so today, we mark the Navy’s 245th birthday. Britain’s blockade of France, her impressments of American sailors, and her confiscation of American ships had pitted the new nation against one of the most powerful maritime nations in the world. Navy 245th Birthday. The U.S. Navy turns 244 years-old this weekend. For the third squadron, Jefferson finally found his man: Edward Preble. After Barron fired a lone gun and hauled down his colors, the British boarded the Chesapeake and pressed four sailors (three of them claimed as deserters). The United States Navy originated over 240 years ago as the Continental Navy. Since then, the occasion has grown into a Navy-wide event where we celebrate our proud naval history and reflect on what it means to be a member of the naval service. Happy Birthday Navy! 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