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In Case You Missed It: Newport Lecture Series with David Kohnen
The Naval War College Foundation kicked off the 2020-2021 Newport Lecture Series on Wednesday, September 9 with a presentation from David Kohnen, Director, John B. Hattendorf Center for Maritime Historical Research, on U.S. Navy Commanders Ernest J. King and...
Naval War College Foundation Launches New Branding
Since its founding in 1969, the Naval War College Foundation has been steadfast in its dedication to the mission of the U.S. Naval War College. And throughout the past fifty years, the NWCF has counted on the patriotic and philanthropic spirit of its members and...
2020 Newport Summer Symposium featuring Admiral Michael Rogers, USN (Ret.)
On August 21, 2020, the Naval War College Foundation hosted its fifth annual Newport Summer Symposium; the theme was "U.S. Strategic Considerations for an Effective Foreign Policy." Featured speaker, Admiral Michael Rogers, USN (Ret.), spoke during the morning...
Admiral Scott Swift Lends Expertise to Naval War College and Foundation Efforts
When he retired after 40 years of active duty service, ADM Scott Swift, USN (Ret.) was quick to tell people that he wouldn’t have wanted to serve a day less. A Naval Aviator whose experience includes command of U.S. 7th Fleet and U.S. Pacific Fleet, Swift...
NWC International Programs Welcomes Students, Navigates Limitations Due to COVID-19
Since its founding in 1956, the International Programs department at the Naval War College has been hosting foreign officers with the goal of strengthening partnerships among global maritime allies. And while there are always logistical hurdles to overcome when...
Registration Open for 2020 Newport Summer Symposium
Registration for the fifth annual Newport Summer Symposium is now open! Please join us on Friday, August 21, 2020 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. (EDT) for this year's virtual event. The Symposium will examine U.S. Strategic Considerations for an Effective Foreign...
Top Honors Conferred at June NWC Graduation
At the graduation ceremony on June 24th, the Naval War College (NWC) announced the two individuals who achieved the top academic standing in the College of Naval Warfare (CNW) and College of Naval Command & Staff (CNCS). Respectively, CDR John Sellwood of the...
This Month in Naval War College President (PNWC) History
June is a significant month in Naval War College presidential history. Three extraordinary NWC presidents either began or finished out their terms during this month. Since the founding of the College in 1884, selected presidents have been asked to lead and advance...
NWCF Announces Appointment of Two New Board Members
The Naval War College Foundation is delighted to announce the appointment of two new members to its Board of Trustees. Joining the board are Mr. Dominic “Dom” A. Dannessa and Mr. Scott DePasquale. These appointments bring NWCF’s total board membership to 24. CEO...
How Patriotism and Perseverance Shaped Medal of Honor Recipient Hershey Miyamura’s Life
Our series of conversations with the Naval War College Foundation Sentinel of the Sea recipients continues with Hiroshi “Hershey” Miyamura, a Medal of Honor recipient and veteran of two wars - World War II and the Korean War. Perseverance has been a key trait in...
