Register for 71st Anniversary Battle of Midway Dinner
 The Naval Historical Foundation is proud to once again be a co-sponsor for the 71st Battle of Midway Commemorative Dinner, to be held Tuesday 4 June 2013, at the Army Navy Country Club, Arlington, VA. The cost to attend is $65 per person, and the reception begins at 1800, with dinner at 1900. The Guest Speaker will be The Honorable Robert O. Work, former Undersecretary of the Navy.
For more information or to register online http://www.midwaycommemoration.org
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NHF Announces Knox Lifetime Achievement Award in Naval History
The Naval Historical Foundation is pleased to establish the Commodore Dudley W. Knox Lifetime Achievement Award recognizing an individual for a body of work in the field of U.S. naval history. The award is named for Commodore Dudley Wright Knox (21 June 1877 - 11 June 1960). A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy and Naval War College, Knox had a distinguished career as a naval officer with service in the Spanish American War, Boxer Rebellion, Great White Fleet, and World War I. But it was his abilities as a historian, librarian, and archivist that earned him respect and admiration amongst his peers and later generations.
You can read more about the award here, and submit your nomination for a worthy candidate.
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Follow Along with Norman Polmar's Regular NHF Blog Stories
Earlier this year, we were pleased to announce that noted author and naval analyst Norman Polmar would be contributing an ongoing series of articles for our blog. During his long career, Norman has worked with a who's who of naval officers, political figures, scientists, and historians. His blog articles will focus on his personal interactions with these often famous figures, and the seven stories published to date have proven to be both educational and amusing. We hope you'll follow along and join us over at " Norman's Corner."
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NHF Member Event in San Diego Recognizes Teenage Speaker
On Sunday, April 7th, the Naval Historical Foundation (NHF) hosted a festive event aboard the USS Midway Museum in beautiful San Diego harbor. Over 40 members and friends of the Foundation gathered on the historic aircraft carrier to catch up with old friends and learn more about the latest developments at the Foundation. Guests were welcomed by Midway CEO, Rear Admiral Mac McLaughlin USN(Ret.) and were greeted by NHF President Rear Admiral John Mitchell USN(Ret.), who welcomed southern California members and guests and provided an overview of the Foundation's latest activities. After the public opening of the Cold War Gallery last October with the benefit of many generous donations from members, NHF will unveil a new exhibit in the Cold War Gallery on June 15th on the 40th anniversary of the homecoming of POWS from the Vietnam War. This event will take place at the Annual Members Meeting. Also, this summer, the Foundation's successful STEM-H summer teacher education program is being transported to Groton, CT, the first time that it will be offered at a location outside the Washington Navy Yard.
As guests gathered on the hangar deck, Admiral Mitchell had the honor of presenting the Foundation's Heritage Speaker Program award to our youngest participant, William Whittenbury, (shown above with Admiral Mitchell) a high-school student at Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, for his work on the naval history of the War of 1812 and his general enthusiasm and interest in naval history. The event was a special occasion to get together with members that we don't see that often, but who faithfully maintain their ties and interest in naval history through support of the Foundation. We plan to host similar member events in other locations such as Norfolk, VA, and Jacksonville, FL, over the next couple of years.
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Renew Your Naval Historical Foundation Membership Today!
Most of you should have already received your 2013 Membership Renewal letter in the mail. We've been so pleased with the response to date, and we send our deepest thanks to all those who have contributed generously to our cause. Your membership dues sustain our organization, and allow us to continue preserving and promoting the great history of the United States Navy.
If you have not had the chance to renew yet, or if you are not yet a member, we invite you to visit our website and renew or join online, or give us a call and talk to our Membership Manager, Ali Medlin, who can be reached at 202-678-4333, extension 5.
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