Preserving the USS Olympia - a Protected Cruiser

The USS Olympia, which fought in the Spanish American War of 1898 has been preserved and is a valuable piece of US maritime history. Unfortunately, Olympia needs $10-15 million in repairs to keep her a viable museum for years to come. She has not been out of water for approximately 40 years. If you have connections or resources to help, please contact me at 612-599-1935 or bdskon@fedex.com.

Friday, August 31, 2012

Another Hero Goes - rest in peace, we have the watch

http://hamptonroads.com/2012/08/world-war-ii-beachmaster-joseph-vaghi-dies-92
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Friday, August 24, 2012

Crest for new attack sub North Dakota unveiled - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times

Crest for new attack sub North Dakota unveiled - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times
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Denmark’s Three New Frigates Meet At Sea | Navy & Maritime Security News at DefenceTalk

Denmark’s Three New Frigates Meet At Sea | Navy & Maritime Security News at DefenceTalk

Denmark’s Three New Frigates Meet At Sea
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Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Navy: $450M to fix fire-damaged submarine - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times

Navy: $450M to fix fire-damaged submarine - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times
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Tuesday, August 21, 2012

US Navy Videos - USS Constitution making history again and sails!!

US Navy Videos
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Sunday, August 19, 2012

Third LCS nears debut amid manning worries - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times

Third LCS nears debut amid manning worries - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times

The littoral combat ship Fort Worth heads to Galveston, Texas, on Aug. 6. Navy officials say they are working to correct issues discovered with the two previous LCS vessels.
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Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Final Salute for an Iwo Jima Survivor, US Marine
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Military burials for 4 forgotten vets - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times

Military burials for 4 forgotten vets - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times
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Tuesday, August 14, 2012

CDR Salamander: PORTER Collision: 1st Hand Report

CDR Salamander: PORTER Collision: 1st Hand Report: This is fairly well sourced and passes the smell test - so here you go. I've not copied it in whole and have anonomized it a bit; though i...
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Sunday, August 12, 2012

Destroyer Porter collides with Japanese tanker - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times

Destroyer Porter collides with Japanese tanker - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times



How did this happen???
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Friday, August 3, 2012

Records Reveal Enterprise is on 25th Deployment

Records Reveal Enterprise is on 25th Deployment
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CDR Salamander: Fullbore Friday

CDR Salamander: Fullbore Friday: Yes - people like this walked the earth in our lifetime. ... at age 15, he received a pat on the cheek from Hitler on a class visit to his...

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CDR Salamander: Fullbore Friday

CDR Salamander: Fullbore Friday: Yes - people like this walked the earth in our lifetime. ... at age 15, he received a pat on the cheek from Hitler on a class visit to his...

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5th Type 45 destroyer Sets Sail On Maiden Voyage | Navy & Maritime Security News at DefenceTalk

5th Type 45 destroyer Sets Sail On Maiden Voyage | Navy & Maritime Security News at DefenceTalk
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New problems found on LPD 17s built at Avondale - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times

New problems found on LPD 17s built at Avondale - Navy News | News from Afghanistan & Iraq - Navy Times

it simply never ends
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