FORT LEONARD WOOD, Mo. — On Friday, we recognize the United States Navy’s birthday. For the last 248 years, the men and women of the Navy have courageously protected the skies above and the seas below.
The United States Navy traces its origins to the Continental Navy, which was established during the American Revolution in 1775, and served primarily to disrupt British maritime supply runs and commerce during the war. The Continental Navy was disbanded shortly after the revolution ended. However, in 1794, the United States Congress acknowledged the need for oceanic dominance by signing the Naval Act, effectively establishing the Navy as a permanent branch of military service.
The United States Navy has been involved in every conflict our nation has faced. In the American Civil War, the Navy was instrumental in blockading the Confederacy and allowing the Union to seize control of major rivers and supply routes. During World War I, the Navy focused on countering enemy submarines in the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, while convoying forces and supplies to France and Italy. It also played a central role in the defeat of Imperial Japan during World War II.
The men and women of the Navy serve with honor and distinction, providing unique assets to the multi-domain battlefield in which we operate. The Navy’s core values of honor, courage and commitment build a foundation of trust that makes them the world’s premier maritime force. Today’s Navy remains the most powerful in the world and boasts the world’s largest fleet of aircraft carriers and second largest air force in the world, second only to the United States Air Force.
At Fort Leonard Wood, we have a unique opportunity to serve with Sailors through the Center for Seabees and Facilities Engineering Detachment. The Seabees, Civil Engineer Corps officers and Department of Navy civilians who train here gain key construction and facilities management knowledge to support fleet readiness.
We appreciate the vital role the leaders, cadre, staff and students play on our Fort Leonard Wood and Department of Defense team as they provide critical engineering solutions for the nation.
Happy birthday, Navy, we are very proud to serve with you!
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