#OnThisDate October 13, 1775 - Birth Of A Naval Force

The Founding Of The U.S. Navy Marked A Defining Moment In American History As The Continental Congress Authorized The Creation Of A Naval Force To Combat The Mighty British Empire.

As The Revolutionary War Raged, The Need For Naval Defense Became Apparent.

Meeting In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, The Continental Congress Passed A Resolution To Fit Out Two Armed Vessels.

Their Mission Was Clear: Intercept British Ships Supplying Troops To North America.

This Bold Step Was Spearheaded By Figures Such As John Adams, Who Advocated Strongly For A Naval Presence.

The Continental Navy Was Born Out Of Necessity, With Its First Ships Departing The Port Of Philadelphia Under The Command Of Officers Like Commodore Esek Hopkins, Appointed As The Navy’s First Commander-In-Chief.

The Naval Fleet, Though Small And Outnumbered, Played A Crucial Role In Harassing British Supply Lines, Engaging In Battles, And Ultimately Aiding In The Colonies’ Struggle For Independence.

This Moment Laid The Foundation For What Would Become The United States Navy, A Global Maritime Power.

Over Time, This Modest Force Would Grow Into One Of The World's Most Formidable Fleets.

Today, October 13 Is Celebrated Annually As The Navy’s Birthday, Honoring The Bold Visionaries And Early Sailors Who Helped Shape America’s Destiny On The High Seas​.

The Legacy Of The Founding Of The U.S. Navy Lives On As A Testament To The Nation's Commitment To Defending Its Interests And Securing Freedom On Land And Water.

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