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This is your one stop port-of-call to help you learn about Navy history. Check out the blogs section as well as the helpful YouTube videos. My goal is to make history educational and fun. I hope to also answer many of the common questions and misconceptions about the service’s history.
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WWII Ratings, Rates and Paygrades Explained
One of the more common things I see folks get confused on is the rank structure of the Navy and...
How To Shine Your Shoes.
For the love of all that is holy, polish your shoes! I get it. It’s a pain in the butt. ...
How To Clean And Fold WWII Enlisted Navy Uniforms
Back in the day, seagoing sailors had limited space and resources. Every inch aboard a ship is allocated for the...