Other
American Revolution: A Naval History of the American Revolution
This online reproduction of the original 1913 text by Gardner W. Allen is organized chronologically beginning in 1775 and ending with 1783. An appendix includes source citations, a list of vessels, officers, privateers and other...
US Navy
Naval History and Heritage Command: Cruise of the Great White Fleet
History of the Great White Fleet, as well as suggestions for further reading. Includes photos & links to related sources.
Other
The Mary Rose Trust: Welcome to the Mary Rose
A comprehensive website that explores the Mary Rose, Henry VIII's favorite ship. Use the tool bar at the top of the site to find out about the ship itself, its construction, life on board the ship, and naval history during the reign of...
National Women’s History Museum
National Women's History Museum: The Waves of World War Ii
Discover more about the women of the Naval Reserve during World War II.
Mariners' Museum and Park
Mariners' Museum: Birth of the u.s. Navy
A history of the United States Navy, from pre-Revolutionary times through the nineteenth century. Learn about the maritime commerce, wartime influence, and Congressional actions relating to the development of the Navy.
US Navy
Naval Historical Center: The Potsdam Conference, July August 1945
This is a brief summary with pictures of the Potsdam Conference.
US Navy
Naval Historical Center: Pearl Harbor Raid, Dec. 7, 1941
Provides an overview and special image selection of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Use the additional links, especially the FAQ link, to access expanded information on the Pearl Harbor raid. Lesson plans are available from the FAQ page.
US Navy
Naval Historical Center: The Navy Travels Undersea
[Archived Content] Have you ever wondered how it is possible to explore the ocean floor? This interactive site developed by the U.S. Navy answers this and other questions through various activities. Includes a biography of Dr. Ballard.
US Navy
Naval Historical Center: Benjamin W. Crowninshield
A portrait and biography of the fifth Secretary of the Navy, Benjamin Crowninshield.
BBC
Bbc: History: Loot: Why the Vikings Came to Britain
In the 8th and 9th centuries C.E., the Vikings raided many settlements in England. This article investigates why that happened and why the Vikings were so successful in their raids.
Other
Military History Encyclopedia on the Web: Naval Battle of Memphis, 6 June 1862
An interesting account of the battle between Union and Confederate gunboats which resulted in the surrender of Memphis and the opening of the Mississippi River south to Vicksburg.
Digital History
Digital History: The United States Wwi
This site explains how Germany resuming unrestricted submarine warfare contributed to the US entering WWI. Site is well-written, informative, and contains great details.
Other
Niagara History: Battle of Lake Erie, 1813 [Pdf]
This site about the Battle of Lake Erie focuses on the role of the brig, Niagara, in that pivotal battle of the War of 1812. Requires Adobe Reader. [PDF]
PBS
Empire of the Bay: Pierre Le Moyne D'iberville
Learn about Pierre Le Moyne d'Iberville, a French-Canadian naval hero, and his place in Canadian history.
US Navy
Navy.mil: John Paul Jones
Our history is made up of legendary people! We love their stories of bravery in the face of extreme adversity. Among these is John Paul Jones, who is credited with the immortal reply: "I have not yet begun to fight!"
Danuta Bois
Distinguished Women of Past and Present: Grace Murray Hopper
This site provides a biography of the programming pioneer, Grace Murray Hopper. Discusses her education, teaching career, and distinguished career as a naval officer.
CRW Flags
Flags of the World: Nigeria
This site provides a large flag of Nigeria with descriptions, history, rules for display, and similar resources.
Open Door Team
Open Door Web Site: First British Colony: Virginia
Here is a brief, to-the-point account of the settlement at Jamestown and its ultimate success.
US Senate
Historic Minute Essays: Senate Investigates the Teapot Dome Scandal
This site from the United States Senate provides an article on the investigation into the Teapot Dome Scandal and its findings. The information is somewhat brief, but factual, and worth checking out on the subject.