Naval History and Heritage Command

Without a decisive Naval force we can
do nothing definitive - and with it,
everything honorable and glorious.

George Washington to Marquis de Lafayette, 15 November 1781

WELCOME

Whether you visit one of the official U.S. Navy Museums, take advantage of public programs and publications, or seek knowledge through the artifacts, documents, images and artwork available at the NHHC, you will find that this is where the history, legacy and traditions of the United States Navy come alive.

**Access to some of the collections located at the Washington Navy Yard may be limited. Please refer to the Notices section below for the most current information.

Pearl Harbor
View our extensive resources on the Pearl Harbor attack, including oral histories, ship information, action reports, images and a new gallery of artifacts. >>View

NOTICES

Archives
The Operational Archives, Aviation Archives, and Ships Archives will have short periods of closure to allow staff to prepare for facility improvements and backlog processing. Upcoming closures are Nov. 13-16 and Dec. 3-7.
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Navy Art Gallery
The Art Gallery is closed to visitors. >>View

NEWS

Ship Naming Report
Report to Congress on Policies and Practices of the U.S. Navy for Naming the Vessels of the Navy
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2011 NHHC Strategic Plan
Stategic Plan for the Naval History & Heritage Command 2011-2016
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NHHC in the News
U.S. Navy history news from across the world.
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COMMEMORATIONS

Bicentennial of the War of 1812 Website

Navy Birthday

Additional resources related to U.S. Navy commemorations.
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DIVERSITY IN NAVAL HISTORY

Diversity resources such as photos, biographies, and presentations.
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FOIA Request

NHHC FOIA Service Center
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HQWEB LINK

NHHC employees only.
CAC access required.
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NHHC HIGHLIGHTS
	USS Enterprise Inactivation Ceremony is December 1, 2012 with 51 years of service and an estimated 100,000 Sailors and Marines who have served aboard her. View our collection of videos and history. >>View
	Holiday Menus Special dinners on Navy ships and shore installations provide an excellent historical snapshot of military food service and life in the Navy. These menus provide a nostalgic glimpse for all those who remember a meal with fellow sailors. >>View
	USS Constitution Virtual Tour To commemorate USS Constitution and the 200th anniversary of the War of 1812, we are proud to offer a Virtual Tour of this historic ship. >>View
	War of 1812 Commemoration Join the United States Navy as we commemorate the War of 1812. >>View Navy 1812 Commemorations >>View
	What's New Online See what's new online from the Navy Department Library. >>View
	Command Operation Reports Chief of Naval Operations instruction (OPNAVINST 5750.12J) requires all Navy commands to submit an annual COR, formerly known as the Command History Report. >>View
	FAQs Answers to our most commonly asked questions. >>View

Today in U.S. Naval History

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Employment Opportunities
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