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    Anchored in History - Stories of America's Navy

    Anchored in History - Stories of America's Navy

    Audio | Naval History and Heritage Command
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    About

    Welcome to the Naval History and Heritage Command's Podcast (NHHC) series 'Anchored in History - Stories of America's Navy.' NHHC serves as the U.S. Navy's institutional memory by preserving items that best represent our history, sharing the hard-won lessons learned and honoring those who have served. The goal of this podcast is to present naval history and heritage through rich and engaging content that furthers public understanding and fosters continuing support for the U.S. Navy. Our vision is to build a community open to those interested in conversations about naval history -- active-duty Sailors, veterans, families, history buffs, military enthusiasts, and anyone curious about service at sea.



    Episodes


    • Anchored in History - Stories of America's Navy: Ep. 8 - Navy Innovator: Raye Montague (Pt. 1)

      For this multi-part episode, we highlight naval innovator Raye Montague, featured in the new NHHC publication "U.S. Navy and Innovation, 20th Century Case Studies."

      Raye Montague's path to becoming an engineer was not without its challenges. Inspired by a submarine tour with her grandfather, she knew from a young age that this was her calling. However, growing up in the segregated South during the 1950s as an African-American, her mother warned her that she would face an uphill battle.... read more

      10/01/2024


    • Anchored in History - Stories of America's Navy: Ep. 7 - Of Mutts and Men

      On this episode, Gordon Calhoun, a Curator at the National Museum of the U.S. Navy, and Thomas Frezza, a Public Affairs Specialist with NHHC, discuss the animals who have served throughout U.S. Naval History. Whether they were being used as a source of nourishment for Sailors out on long journeys, as mascots for various ships, commands and institutions, or as beloved pets and crewmates, animals have always played a crucial role in the Navy. Learn about Admiral George Dewey's dog "Bob,"... read more

      09/06/2024


    • Anchored in History - Stories of America's Navy: Ep. 6 - Artifacts of the Navy on D-Day

      Commemorating the 80th Anniversary of Operation Neptune, the naval component of Operation Overlord - more formally known as D-Day, Small Arms and Ordnance Curator of the NHHC Curation Branch Dave Manning and Museum Specialist Jennie Ashton, discuss several historical artifacts within the Navy's collection that play a pivotal roll in storytelling about the largest amphibious invasion in history.

      See photos and learn more about these D-Day artifacts by visiting... read more

      06/06/2024


    • Anchored in History - Stories of America's Navy: Ep. 5 - H-Gram #82 with Director Cox

      The Director of Naval History and Heritage Command, Sam Cox, discusses his latest "H-Gram" titled: "USS Asheville's Defiance and the "Dancing Mouse." This episode covers the heroic actions of Lieutenant Commander Jacob Britt, the commanding officer of USS Asheville (PG 21), and Lieutenant Joshua Nix, the commanding officer of USS Edsall (DD 219), who chose to fight against overwhelming odds rather than surrender, during the fall of the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia) in March 1942. They were true to the banner in Memorial Hall of the U.S. Naval Academy—"Don't give up the ship."

      05/14/2024


    • Anchored in History - Stories of America's Navy: Ep. 4 - An Invaluable Resource (Part 2)

      Part II of the discussion with one of NHHC's most invaluable resources - our museum volunteers. Hear from these dedicated men and women who come from diverse backgrounds - some with no previous ties to the Navy, to one with a unique connection and being best friends with Admiral Grace Hopper! Listen to what drives them to volunteer, how their diversity makes our volunteer community so vibrant, and why they help teach and preserve naval history and heritage for present and future generations.

      04/26/2024


    • Anchored in History - Stories of America's Navy: Ep. 3 - An Invaluable Resource (Part 1)

      For this multi-part episode, we will discuss "An Invaluable Resource" to the 10 Navy museums strategically located throughout the United States - our large group of volunteers. These dedicated men and women selflessly give their free time to help be greeters, docents, curators and subject matter experts with their current or previous naval service and so much more. Listen to their backgrounds, why they volunteer, and how they help teach and preserve naval history and heritage for present and future generations.

      04/17/2024


    • Anchored in History - Stories of America's Navy: Ep. 2 - Women's Naval History

      Naval History and Heritage Command Historian Heather Haley, Ph.D., Petty Officer First Class Abigayle Lutz, and host Cliff Davis discuss the many roles and responsibilities women have had throughout the history of women serving in the U.S. Navy, from the Revolutionary War to Admiral Lisa Franchetti's newest appointment as Chief of Naval Operations in 2023.

      03/29/2024


    • Anchored in History - Stories of America's Navy: Ep. 1 - Navy Deck Logs and Sailor Poetry

      Naval History and Heritage Command Archivist Alexis Van Pool and Fleet Historian Anna Holloway discuss the Navy's use of deck logs, command operations reports (CORs), and how Sailors have had a unique opportunity to express themselves while standing the New Year's Eve watch, writing the first watch of the year in poetic verse. Also discussed is the history of the Navy Deck Log Poetry Contest, its prizes, and deadlines for submission.

      02/21/2024