Around The League
April 14, 2026
Congratulations to 2026 Sailors of the Year in Panama City
The Bay County Council hosted their annual Sailor of the Year banquet at Captain Anderson’s on March 10, with 7 commands represented and 13 Sailor of the Year honorees. Congratulations to this group of incredible Sailors for their amazing service. See more pictures on the council’s Facebook page.
USS Pittsburgh Legacy Series Unites the Past with the Future
In preparation for the commissioning of the new USS Pittsburgh, the Pittsburgh Council kicked off the USS Pittsburgh Legacy Series at the Fort Pitt Museum on March 19. The series is part of the council’s efforts to spark interest within the community and provide updates to those invested in the ship’s progress. Captain Polly Bozdech-Veater (Ret.), chair of the USS Pittsburgh Commissioning Committee, welcomed fellow speakers Captain Matt Tardy, USN, […]
Kingsville Council Offers Support to New Aviators and Sailors
Congratulations to the outstanding graduating class from Naval Air Training Command aboard NAS Corpus Christi. The command’s mission is to train, mentor, and deliver the highest quality Naval Aviators that win in competition, crisis, and conflict. The Kingsville Council showed their support to the Navy and Marine Corps aviators by sponsoring two plaques awarded to the top students ranking in the top 10% […]
Sasebo Council Enjoys Sakura Flowers with Military Families
A classic springtime tradition in Japan, the Sasebo Council hosted a sakura flower viewing party for military families in the area. It was a nice community building event for military families and Sasebo. Enjoy the beautiful Japanese flowers! Take a look at the gathering here.
President’s Message
October 14, 2025
Celebrating the 250th Birthday of the United States Navy
LARRY G. SALTER, NAVY LEAGUE NATIONAL PRESIDENT AND CHAIRMAN Today, we proudly join our nation…
September 9, 2025
Marine Corps and Expeditionary Warfare: Anchored in Readiness, Driven by Purpose
BY MCPON (RET.) MIKE STEVENS, NAVY LEAGUE CEO Expeditionary warfare has long been a defining…
July 8, 2025
Leading with Purpose, Adapting with Vision
LARRY G. SALTER, NAVY LEAGUE NATIONAL PRESIDENT AND CHAIRMAN It is an honor to serve…
In My Own Words
October 14, 2025
Carrie Muehlbauer, Captain (Ret.), U.S. AIR FORCE
I always wanted to be a military pilot but women weren’t allowed to fly military…
September 9, 2025
1st Lt. Allen Schocken, U.S. Marine Corps
I am a combat engineer officer assigned to Marine Wing Support Squadron 273, Marine Air…
Press Releases
April 13, 2026
Educators at Sea Program Brings Teachers Aboard USS Theodore Roosevelt
A keystone of the Navy League of the United States’ mission is to educate the public about the sea services, whether through our councils spread across the U.S. and around the world, or special programs designed to bring everyday Americans in contact with the men and women of the military. Educators at Sea is one […]
January 7, 2026
Navy League Foundation Announces the Captain J. Phillip London Scholarship
The Navy League Foundation is proud to announce the establishment of the Captain J. Phillip London Scholarship, created to honor the life and legacy of Captain J. Phillip “Jack” London, USN (Ret.). Capt. London served with distinction during his 24-year Navy and Navy Reserve career and later became a transformative leader in the private sector, […]
October 8, 2025
Navy League Philadelphia Council – Navy 250th Birthday Celebration 2025 Events
Join the Navy League Philadelphia Council as we commemorate the 250th birthday of the United States Navy with a week of events across Philadelphia, Camden & Gloucester, NJ, and the Delaware River. From ship arrivals and a Blessing of the Fleet to community tours and game-day traditions, you’re invited to celebrate history, honor service, and […]
August 6, 2025