Navy Warfighting Month

October 2012

The Navy's 237th year of service to the nation also coincides with milestone anniversaries of several key moments in the Navy's history: the War of 1812 (200th), the Civil War (150th), and the Cuban Missile Crisis (50th). The web showcases posted here provide extensive resources related to these historic events, along with guidance and suggested activities for incorporating these events in the Navy's warfighting history into command events and activities.

• CNO Sailing Directions
• CNO's Navigation Plan 2013-2017

FLEET EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES

WEB SHOWCASES

PLAN OF THE DAY NOTES A selection of Navy recipients of the Congressional Gold Medal and the Medal of Honor SUGGESTED ACTIVITIES War of 1812 Civil War Cuban Missile Crisis SUGGESTED BOOKS & DISCUSSION POINTS The Last Stand of the Tin Can Sailors (World War II) Six Frigates (War of 1812) Life in Mr. Lincoln’s Navy (Civil War) Cordon of Steel (Cuban Missile Crisis) SUGGESTED MOVIE LIST Movie Discussion Points

NAVY BIRTHDAY   WAR OF 1812   CIVIL WAR     CUBAN MISSILE CRISIS