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The article offers information on Navy League's 2017 National Convention which was hels at Hyatt Regency Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Wisconsin from June 21-24, 2017. Topics discussed include the views of Tom Barrett, Milwaukee Mayor, on sacrifices; the views of Kevin Tokarski, the Maritime Administration's (MARAD's) associate administrator, on Merchant Marine; and General Gerald C. Thomas Award for Inspirational Leadership has been awarded to Robert A. Howell.

The article offers information on the U.S. Navy as of July 1, 2016. Topics include the recognition of U.S. Coast Guard Air Station/Sector Field Office (AS/SFO) Port Angeles 2015 Enlisted Person of the Year (EPOY) and Strategic Weapons Facility Pacific (SWFPAC) 2015 Sailor of the Year (SOY) by the Bremerton-Olympic Peninsula, Washington Council, the 100th birthday celebration of World War II veteran Sam Sorenson, and Navy Leaguer Nelson Spoto as guest of honor at a D-Day celebration.

Information is given on the Sea Services Panel and Sea Service Awards Luncheon at the Navy League National Convention on June 17, 2016 in North Charleston, South Carolina. Topics discussed include strategic efforts, the instability in Central America, Mexico and northern parts of South America as one of the threats facing national security, and cybersecurity issues. The panel includes retired U.S. Navy Vice Admiral John Jay Donnelly, Admiral Charles D. Michel, and Colonel Michael L. Scalise.

The article offers information on the 2016 National Convention of the Navy League on professional training and development held in North Charleston, South Carolina from June 15-19, 2016. Topics discussed include the Sea Service Awards Luncheon for Navy Leaguers, the equality of treatment for women in the military, and the appointment of Retired Coast Guard Rear Admiral Cari B. Thomas as executive director of the Navy League.

The article announces the appointments of Richard Dixon as chairman of the Commissioning Committee and Skip Witunski as national president at the Board of Directors of the U.S. Navy League National Convention.

The article offers information on Navy League's 2017 National Convention's Sea Services Panel that was hels in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on June 23, 2017. Topics discuissed include impact of fiscal uncertainty on assets and readiness; the views of Raymond Descheneaux, assistant deputy commandant for Aviation, on Air Force; the views of Deborah Haven, director, Joint Reserve Force at Defense Logistics Agency, on warrior workshops.

Information about the U.S. sea services discussed at the Navy League Convention held in San Diego from June 24-29, 2015 is presented. Topics discussed include importance of the Coast Guard Affairs Committee discussed by Andrew J. Tiongson, chief of Budget and Programs at the U.S. Coast Guard, discussion on importance of interconnectedness of the maritime forces and role of support service members and sea services discussed by Patrick J. Lorge, commander of the U.S. Navy for southwest region.

The article offers information on the Sea-Air-Space Exposition organized by the Navy League of the U.S. that held on April 3-5, 2017 at Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center at National Harbor, Maryland. It mention participation of defense industries along with government officials from various departments such as Homeland Security. It states administration of professional development program in the exposition along with eminent persons such as William F. Moran, chief of naval operations.

An interview with the U.S. Marine Corps four-star general officer John M. Paxton Jr. is presented. He mentions that the Marine Corps Forces Special Operations Command (MARSOC) will be maintained in terms of quality and quantity even in situations of fiscal issues. He said that the Osprey tiltrotor aircraft V-22 is changing the way of operation of the Marine Expeditionary Unit (MEU). He discusses the changes in the Mojave Viper training.

Information about the award ceremony of U.S. Navy League's Sea Services at a national convention held June 21, 2013 at Long Beach, California is presented. It highlights the speech by Acting Maritime Administrator, Paul Jaenichen who acknowledges sailors for their dedication and professionalism. The convention featured several U.S. Marine Corps officers including Admiral Patrick D. Hall, Captain Michael J. Taylor, and Major General David H. Berger.

Information about the welcome ceremony of newly appointed National President of Navy League of the U.S., James H. Offutt at a national convention held June 19-22, 2013 at Long Beach, California is presented. Topics include the future Navy League training opportunities, women in leadership, and event planning. The convention featured several U.S. Marine Corps officers including Major General David H. Berger, Admiral Gordon Holder, and Philip L. Dunmire.

The article discusses a Navy League Board of Directors' meeting on the law of Sea debate held at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City in Arlington, Virginia from October 17-20, 2012. Topics include election of the national president, United Nations convention on the law of the sea and melting ice in the Arctic and the opportunities related to it. The meeting featured several fellows of the Heritage Foundation including Bernard Lomas, Barbara Lomas and Steven Groves.

Information about the Navy League National Convention held in June 19-24, 2012 in Honolulu, Hawaii is presented. Topics include honoring members of the sea services, Hall of Fame and Honors Luncheon on June 21 and present sate of sea services. The event featured National President Philip L. Dunmire, retired U.S Coast Guard Captain Charles Murray and other Navy Leaguers.

The article announces Navy League's Sea Services Awards given to several military personnel including John Paul Jones Award for Inspirational Leadership to Chad J. Livingston, Adm. Claude V. Ricketts Award for Inspirational Leadership to Jacob T. Williams and Alfred Thayer MahanAward for Literary Achievement to John J. Hawley.

Information about the "2012 Sea-Air-Space Exposition" held at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, National Harbor, Maryland from April 16-18, 2012 is presented. The expo highlighted national and international sea power developments, technologies and tactics through panel discussions and media briefings. The expo was chaired by Charlie Hautau and featured several defense personnel including Philip L. Dunmire and Jonathan W. Greenert.

The article announces awards given to navies including the John Paul Jones Award for Inspirational Leadership to Kenneth P. Ward, the Admiral Claude V. Ricketts Award for Inspirational Leadership to Michael E. Brooker, and Admiral Claude V. Ricketts Award for Inspirational Leadership Louis F. Salazar Jr.

Information about the 109th Navy League National Convention that was held in Chattanooga, Tennessee on October 26-30, 2011 is presented. The event honored wounded warriors and presented sea service and Navy League awards. It featured Kevin M. Tokarski, the Maritime Administration's associate administrator for National Security, suggesting the need for precision delivery of military supplies and making sure there is enough sealift capacity available and ready.

The article announces awards given to outstanding sea service members of the U.S. Navy including the John Paul Jones Award for Inspirational Leadership given to Navy Captain John Cordle, the Alfred Thayer Mahan Award for Literary Achievement to Navy Commodore James Kraska, and the Rear Admiral William S. Parsons Award for Scientific and Technical Progress to Navy Lieutenant Brian M. Barrick.

Information about the U.S. Navy League's 108th Annual National Convention on October 18-24, 2010 in Jacksonville, Florida is presented. Topics include the importance as well as the perception of the public about the U.S. Navy. The convention featured several guest speakers including Jacksonville Mayor John Peyton, Florida Representative Ander Crenshaw and chief of naval operations (CNO) Admiral Gary Roughead.

The article focuses on the Grass Roots Legislative Initiative in the U.S. It states that the Grass Roots Legislative Initiative requests that Navy League members to communicate with the 60% of the members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives in two years. Patricia Du Mont, the national vice president for Legislative Affairs notes that the initiative increased to 77% in the various member of the Congress (MOC) presentations and agrees with the importance of mentoring in the initiative.

The article announces awards received by several U.S. Navy officers including John Paul Jones Award for Inspirations Leadership to Lieutenant Commander William J. Reardon, Rear Admiral William S. Parsons Award for Scientific and Technical Progress to Marine Corporal Brian W. Carter, and General Holland M. Smith Award for Operational Competence to Marine Lieutenant Colonel Douglas J. Macintyre.

The article presents information about the 2009 Sea-Air-Space (SAS) Exposition held in May 4-6, 2009 at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland. "National Security-Maritime Superiority-Global Presence," was the theme of the 2009 exposition. Keynote speakers were Sean Stackley, assistant secretary of the U.S. Navy for research, William J. Lynn III, deputy secretary of defense and Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

The article focuses on various discussions by U.S. sea service leaders presented during the 2009 Sea-Air-Space Exposition, held at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center, National Harbor in Maryland. Topics include Coast Guard's underwater security and the wartime shipment of goods. Admiral Gary Roughead, chief of naval operations (CNO), referred to the Navy's increasing demands of reconnaissance, surveillance, intelligence and ballistic-missile defense.

The article focuses on the importance of Riverine Force of the U.S. Navy. According to Admiral Mike Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the Riverine Force gives an expeditionary capability to the Navy that is very significant. During the Vietnam War, Riverines played a large role engaging some 40,000 Sailors. The force was first deployed in Haditha, Iraq. Combat Rubber Raiding Craft, Patrol Boats and Assault Boats are operated by the force. The Force operate day and night.

The article discusses the highlights of the U.S. Navy Birthday Ball held at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center at National Harbor in Maryland on October 10, 2015 to celebrate its 240th anniversary. The Navy League of the U.S. presented the event with the help of corporate sponsors such as Boeing Co., General Dynamics Corp. and Leidos. Chief of Naval Operations (CNO) John M. Richardson delivered a keynote speech about the creativity and innovativeness of Navy leaders and sailors.

The article announces awards given to notable sea servicemen including the John Paul Jones Award for Inspirational Leadership to Navy Captain Walter E. Carter, the General John A Lejeune Award for Inspirational Leadership to Marine Captain Douglas R. Cullins, and the Admiral Ben Moreel Award for Logistics Competence (Enlisted) to Marine Master Sergeant Rodney D. Bogan.

The article reports on the ceremony in welcoming the naval submarine USS Georgia at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay in Georgia. The ceremony is intended for the arrival of the submarine, as well as its successful conversion from ballistic-missile submarine or SSBN to a guided-missile submarine or SSGN. The submarine is the fourth Ohio-class nuclear-powered SSBN to be reconfigured.

The article announces Navy League Councils awards including the Navy League Distinguished Service Award to Jeannie Coffey of Greater Austin Council, the Outstanding Council Award to Cheryl Aston, Council Secretary of Camden-Kings Bay and the Keith T. Weaver NLCC Cadet award to David Lockmann.

The article announces that Susan M. Collins have been awarded the Congressional Sea Services Award from National Capital Council of the U.S. Navy League.

The article offers information related to the Navy League of the U.S. It states that chief of naval operations (CNO) and Admiral Gary Roughead has received the Admiral Arleigh A. Burke Leadership Award, which is the highest honor of the Navy League. It mentions that Philip L. Dunmire, former national vice president for youth programs and national vice president for corporate affairs and development has sworn as president-elect during the meeting of the Nominating Committee on June 25, 2011.

The article focuses on Admiral Robert J. Papp and other participants who spoke at the Spring Board of Directors' meeting of the U.S. Navy League. It states that Papp presented his views on the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico. It adds that he stressed the importance of accountability and responsibility within the chain of command of the U.S. Coast Guard. Moreover, Major General Timothy C. Hanifen said that operations of the U.S. Marine Corps in Iraq have been successful.

Information about the 107th annual National Convention of the U.S. Navy held in Corpus Christi, Texas on October 27-31, 2009 is presented. Among the activity during the event includes the farewell program for outgoing National President J. Michael McGrath and welcoming of new National President Daniel B. Branch. The convention featured speaker Joseph L. Galloway and Chairperson Suzy Williams.

Information about the meeting of Board of Directors of the Navy League of the United States from June 11-13, 2009 in Arlington, Virginia is presented. The meeting featured the Adm. Arleigh Burke Award for Exceptional Leadership given to Captain Richard Phillips of the MV Maersk Alabama ship. The event also included the election of Daniel B. Branch as Navy League president. The challenges and priorities of the fiscal 2010 budget of the U.S. Navy was also addressed at the meeting.

The article reports on the Grassroots Legislative Initiative of the U.S. Navy League. The initiative has been designed to call on the members of the league to contact at least 60% of the members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives with a message regarding the significance of the establishment and maintenance of a strong fleet. The effort is the top priority of the league's National President J. Michael McGrath.

The article reports on the Grass Roots Legislative Initiative calling on Navy League members to contact at least 60% of all members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives with a standard message about the importance of building and maintaining a robust fleet. The Rocky Mountain, Lone Star and South Atlantic Coast regions continue to be the Navy League's top performers in reaching members of Congress.

The article reports on the Navy League of the U.S. (NLUS) first National Tribute Dinner event. It relates that the event is to honor some outstanding Americans and organizations whose works supports the men and women of the U.S. sea services and their families. It was mentioned that the event was attended by Navy Leaguers from London, England and Hawaii joined sailors, Marines, merchant mariners, Coast Guardsmen and government dignitaries.

The article offers information on the America's Sailor: Tough, Bold and Ready event at the 241st Navy Birthday Ball on October 7, 2016 hosted by the Navy League National Headquarters. Highlights of the event include the honoring of U.S. sailors for their service, and presentations from notable Navy officers including Navy Secretary Ray Mabus, and Admiral John Richardson.

The article announces awards given to outstanding U.S. Navy League council members, cadets, and leaders including the National President's Award to Lisa Gallinat, the Distinguished Service award to Mark Heinrich, and Jack Ritter.

In this article, the author focuses on the five federal service academies of the U.S. including the U.S. Military Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy and the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and mentions that these academies provide values of honor, commitment and dedication to duty in service.

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses various reports within the issue on topics including distributed aviation operations, the U.S. Navy's sustainment and modernization plans for the MH-60 fleet, and the MQ-25 Stingray unmanned aircraft program.

The article discusses views of various marine correspondents on the U.S. Marine Corps, protection and modernization of corps, and the innovation in technology for dealing with enemies. Topics discussed include views of Otto Kreisher on education and training, Daniel P. Taylor on AV-8B Harrier pilots and Marine Corps programs, and David H. Berger on operational challenges that are faced by forces.

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses articles in the issue on topics including maritime industry; illegal fishing activities by Mexican lancha boats; and military and law enforcement authorities.

The article discusses the 239th birthday event of the U.S. Navy celebrated in Washington, D.C. by the Navy League's National Headquarters on October 3, 2014. Topics discussed include theme of the U.S. Navy Birthday Ball "Thanking those who support us"; concerns of Jonathan W. Greenert, chief of naval operations (CNO); and concerns of Deputy Secretary of Defense Robert O. Work.

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses articles in the issue on topics including an agreement between Marine Corps Commandant and Naval Operations, interview of coastal Riverine Group's commander Captain Robert J. Cepek, and use of unmanned aerial systems.

The article focuses on assessment of the U.S. Merchant Marine's involvement in an administration of the country's national security. Topics discussed include observation of shortage in mariners numbers along with education in availability of cargo ships; illustration of decrement in commercial vessels presence for national security; reliance of national security over large ships for military sealift approaches; and recommendation for supporting the Jones Act for waterborne trade proliferation.

The article informs that need of cooperative engagement in the maritime domain to extend reach and power, which aims to reinforces mutual understanding and fosters a dialogue on differences. Topics discussed include importance of international naval cooperation, keeping the sea lines of communication open for trade, and expansion of reach in Indo-Pacific region by Royal Canadian Navy.

An introduction is presented which discusses stories of several military personnel in the U.S., particularly those in the U.S. Navy, sharing their desire and commitment to serve and protect the people.

The article discusses the Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) Concept of the U.S. Navy as a national imperative. The MDA was put forth in 2007 to be used in support of maritime security and safety through the exchange and use of maritime information. It explains the definition of MDA in the National MDA Plan as well as emphasizes the importance of coordination, collaboration, and communication at all levels of government.

An introduction is presented in which the author discusses the topics in the issue including the issue of readiness in Navy sailors and Marines in terms of equipment, the relationships among navy ship crews and cops members, and the measures maintenance crews take to reduce equipment damages.

The article discusses various reports published within the issue including "Training for Triton," "On-Call Air Support," and "Force Multiplier."