Dec. 23 in US Military History
1783: Three months after the signing of the Treaty of Paris, ending the Revolutionary War, Gen. George Washington resigns his
Read More1783: Three months after the signing of the Treaty of Paris, ending the Revolutionary War, Gen. George Washington resigns his
Read More1775: The Continental Congress creates the Continental Navy. Esek Hopkins, Esq. is named commander-in-chief of the fleet, four captains are
Read More1861: President Abraham Lincoln signs a bill authorizing the creation of an award for sailors and Marines who “distinguish themselves
Read MoreThis day in 1957, Elvis Presley received his draft notice to serve in the United States Army. On March 24,
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