MAY 11, 2025 - Pope Leo XIV's father, Louis Marius Prevost, served in the Navy during World War II. Prevost was born on July 28, 1920, in Chicago. After graduating from college, he was commissioned in November 1943 and became the executive officer of a tank landing ship. He participated in the D-Day landings in Normandy, France, June 6, 1944, as part of Operation Overlord. … [Read more...]
Hegseth Bans Affirmative Action at Academies
MAY 10, 2025 - The Military Service Academies (MSA) are elite warfighting institutions with long histories of producing world class military officers. The Department owes it to our Nation, our Service members, and the young Americans applying to the MSAs to ensure admissions to these prestigious institutions are based exclusively on merit. This ensures only the most qualified … [Read more...]
Blue Angels in Air Show Honoring the Navy’s 250th Birthday
MAY 9, 2025 - The U.S. Navy’s flight demonstration squadron, the Blue Angels, are returning to the skies over Corpus Christi for a thrilling two-day air show on May 9-10, 2025, in celebration of the U.S. Navy’s 250th birthday and the legacy of naval aviation. This milestone performance by the Blue Angels holds special significance as the Navy marks two and a half centuries … [Read more...]
Noem to Deliver Keynote at Coast Guard Academy Graduation
MAY 9, 2025 – U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem will deliver the keynote address during graduation ceremonies at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy on Wednesday, May 21. The Secretary will congratulate the cadets, the newest generation of Coast Guard leaders, on their hard work and dedication. The 144th Commencement Exercises are scheduled to begin at 11:00 a.m. … [Read more...]
Blue Ridge Departs Suva, Fiji
MAY 9, 2025 — The U.S. 7th Fleet flagship USS Blue Ridge (LCC 19) and embarked 7th Fleet staff departed Suva, Fiji following a scheduled port visit, May 5-9, 2025. Upon arriving in the Port of Suva, the Blue Ridge crew and 7th Fleet staff were met with a welcoming ceremony at King’s Wharf. "We are thankful that the Blue Ridge had the opportunity to visit Suva. Our Sailors … [Read more...]