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The 249th Birthday of the U.S. Navy

The 249th Birthday of the U.S. Navy

On October 13, 2024, we commemorate the 249th birthday of the United States Navy. Since its establishment on October 13, 1775, the Navy has played a critical role in safeguarding the United States. For nearly two and a half centuries, the Navy has stood ready to defend our interests and uphold international maritime freedom. The History of the U.S. Navy The U.S. Navy was established on October 13, 1775, during the American Revolution, when the Continental Congress authorized a small naval...

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Cpl Eugene Hackman (Gene Hackman), U.S.Marine Corps (1946 – 1951)

Cpl Eugene Hackman (Gene Hackman), U.S.Marine Corps (1946 – 1951)

Gene Hackman was an American actor known for his rugged looks and emotionally honest performances. Over a career spanning nearly five decades, he became one of Hollywood’s most revered talents, earning five Academy Award nominations and winning two. Hackman starred in some of the most iconic films in cinema history, including The French Connection, The Conversation, and Unforgiven. Before his rise to fame, he served in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean War. Though his passing in...

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