History: Discussions about Alfred Thayer Mahan Meet the first of this course’s naval masters of war. Impressed by the audacity of Lord Nelson at the battle of Trafalgar, Mahan’s grand naval strategy was that a concentrated fleet and a global network of naval bases were the keys to naval dominance, which, in turn, would lead […]
History: Discussions about Alfred Thayer Mahan Meet the first of this course’s naval masters of war. Impressed by the audacity of Lord Nelson at the battle of Trafalgar, Mahan’s grand naval strategy was that a concentrated fleet and a global network of naval bases were the keys to naval dominance, which, in turn, would lead […]
History: Discussions about Sir Julian Corbett Building on lessons from Clausewitz and Mahan, Sir Julian Corbett offered a complete strategy that integrated land and sea operations. You’ll study his text, Some Principles of Maritime Strategy, and see how his principles played out in Wellington’s Iberian campaign and in the Russo-Japanese War. Movie: “Platoon” Platoon is a […]
We are looking forward to hosting a Happy Hour on the ship on March 22nd from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. for all our first responders! There will be a cash bar, food trucks, and music! Get your tickets now and get one FREE drink ticket with your purchase!
History: Discussions about Sir Julian Corbett Building on lessons from Clausewitz and Mahan, Sir Julian Corbett offered a complete strategy that integrated land and sea operations. You’ll study his text, Some Principles of Maritime Strategy, and see how his principles played out in Wellington’s Iberian campaign and in the Russo-Japanese War. Movie: “Platoon” Platoon is a […]
History: Sun Tzu through Time After charting Sun Tzu’s historical importance throughout Chinese history, in feudal and modern Japan, and in the modern West, discussion demonstrates Sun Tzu’s strategy of deception in action by taking you inside Operation Fortitude, a critical component of the Allied invasion of Normandy as well as Sun Tzu’s focus on […]
All are welcome to help us honor local Vietnam Veterans. Our special guest is Jeannie Blaylock of First Coast News! Free pier side seating available and discounted tour tickets at gate. Free Parking. Download And Share The Flyer
History: Sun Tzu through Time After charting Sun Tzu’s historical importance throughout Chinese history, in feudal and modern Japan, and in the modern West, discussion demonstrates Sun Tzu’s strategy of deception in action by taking you inside Operation Fortitude, a critical component of the Allied invasion of Normandy as well as Sun Tzu’s focus on […]
The Gulf of Tonkin and a Crossroads A look at pre-cursors to War from the Gulf of Tonkin incident to Rolling Thunder; we explore the ways in which escalating tensions on the ground in Vietnam and domestic political considerations in the United States led to more costly confrontations on the Indochinese Peninsula. Examine how the […]
The Gulf of Tonkin and a Crossroads A look at pre-cursors to War from the Gulf of Tonkin incident to Rolling Thunder; we explore the ways in which escalating tensions on the ground in Vietnam and domestic political considerations in the United States led to more costly confrontations on the Indochinese Peninsula. Examine how the […]
Kutting for Kids is a special annual event to raise funds for youth programs on the USS Orleck. The event provides hair donations to Locks of Love for children suffering from long-term medical hair loss. Last year's event raised over $17,000 dollars and this year our goal is to raise $30,000 with hair donations and corporate […]
Vietnam War in the Skies While the United States boasted an impressive air force, its air campaign struggled when confronted by VC forces. Here, investigate the specifics of America’s air campaign throughout the Johnson administration, as well as the roles played by China and the USSR in helping North Vietnam circumvent American aggression in the […]
