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105 Cards in this Set
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What was the reason for the formation of the United States Navy?
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The United States Navy was formed because the Second Continental Congress realized that the survival of the colonies as independent from England depended on the formation of naval forces.
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During the late 18th century, battleships were classified as—
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During the late 18th century, battleships were classified as ships-of-the-line.
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During 1775, a special watercraft was completed to fight the British Navy. What type of craft was this, what was it named, and who was its inventor?
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The craft developed in 1775 was a warfare submarine, named the Turtle, and invented by David Bushnell.
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What is the significance of the 1776 raid on the island of New Providence in the Bahamas?
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This raid was the first amphibious operation carried out by the American Navy and Marines.
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The first official recognition of the American Stars and Stripes flag by a foreign nation was given by (a) what nation, and (b) to what vessel?
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The first official recognition of the American Stars and Stripes flag by a foreign nation was given by (a) France (b) to the USS Ranger.
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After the Revolutionary War, what was the next significant role of the U.S. Navy?
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After the Revolutionary War, the U.S. Navy defended America’s small merchant ship fleet from the Barbary pirates.
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List the two conflicts that the American Navy was involved in between the Revolutionary War and the War of 1812.
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The Quasi War with France and Barbary States War.
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Which event during the Barbary States War did Lord Nelson (Vice Admiral of the British Navy) describe as "one of the most bold and daring acts of the age."
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LT Stephen Decatur and 84 seamen slipped into the harbor of Tripoli and burned the captured frigate Philadelphia.
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List the two major events that the U.S. Navy was involved in during the War of 1812.
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Two actions of the U.S. Navy during the War of 1812 were—
(1) The sea battle between the American frigate USS Constitution and the British frigate Guerriere and (2) The victory of Captain Oliver Hazard Perry over the British squadron on Lake Erie. |
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The Mexican-American War was primarily a land war. However, the Navy provided what two valuable services during this war?
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(1) the Navy blockaded the port cities on the Gulf
(2) the “Mosquito Fleet” provided protective action during the first large-scale amphibious operation in U.S. military history (landing 10,000 U.S. troops at Vera Cruz). |
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After the development of the iron-clad, what was the Confederate Navy’s next achievement?
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After developing the ironclad, the Confederate Navy developed the submarine.
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During the Civil War, the U.S. Navy’s first admiral gave the famous order, “Damn the torpedoes! Full speed ahead.” What was the admiral’s name and the battle where he gave this order.
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Admiral Farragut during the Battle of Mobile Bay.
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Alfred T. Mahan was one of the first instructors at the Naval War College and shared his knowledge on sea power and the importance of understanding naval needs. Describe how he influenced naval strategy.
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Alfred T. Mahan influenced naval strategy through his books that stressed the idea that without control of the seas, a nation couldn’t expect victory.
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What event precipitated the Spanish-American War?
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The battleship, USS Maine, was sunk and 266 Sailors were killed.
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What event was instrumental in quickly ending the Spanish-American War?
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Commodore George Dewey's seizure of Manila Bay in the Philippines (01 May 1898).
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Before WWI, the Navy built surface ships and submarines. What other development occurred then that is still a big part of today’s naval arsenal?
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The development of airplanes occurred at this time.
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What was one reason why the U.S. Navy was deployed?
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The U.S. Navy was deployed to stop German U-boats from practicing unrestricted warfare and terrorizing the seas.
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Describe the role of Navy destroyers.
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During this war, destroyers were used as the main defense against German U-boats. They also served as an escort for troop ships and supply convoys for the allies.
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Describe the role of the air forces during WWI.
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During this war, the air forces supported surface antisubmarine forces.
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What was the role of Navy women during WWI?
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During this war, women enlisted in the Navy as Yeoman (F), releasing enlisted men for active service at sea.
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What was the significance of the Battle of Coral Sea?
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The Battle of Coral Sea was fought by aircraft, all of which were launched from carriers. This battle saved Australia from being invaded by the Japanese.
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List the major naval battles in the Pacific during World War II.
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The major naval battles in the Pacific during World War II were as:
Battle of Coral Sea Battle of Guadalcanal Battle of the Philippine Sea Battle of Leyte Gulf Battle of Midway Battles of Okinawa and Iwo Jima |
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What was the significance of the Battle of Guadalcanal?
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The Solomon Islands came under allied control and the danger of Australia coming under Japanese attack was lessened
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What was the significance of the Battle of the Philippine Sea?
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Heavy losses of ships, aircraft, and pilots paralyzed the Japanese Fleet
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What was the significance of the Battle of Leyte Gulf?
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Deciding blow to the Japanese Navy. Losing control of the Philippines meant that the Japanese homeland was cut off from its main source of supplies from the south.
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What was the significance of the Battle of Midway?
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The turning point of the war in the Pacific.
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What was the significance of the The Battles of Okinawa and Iwo Jima?
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Defeat of the Japanese in these battles signaled an approach to the end of the war.
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Describe the role of the U.S. Navy in the Atlantic Ocean during World War II.
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During World War II, the U.S. Navy protected convoys bound for Europe from German U-boat attack.
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The shape of the Navy changed during World War II because of new ships introduced during this period. List some of the types of ships that were introduced during this period.
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Some of the types of ships that changed the shape of the Navy changed during World War II include landing ships, frigates, attack cargo ships, transport ships, barracks ships, net tenders, repair ships, radar pickets minelayers, and mine sweepers.
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What is the significance of the date 30 Jul 43?
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On 30 Jul 1943, Congress authorized the establishment of the Women’s Reserve to fill acute shortages of personnel during World War II.
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What is the significance of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act?
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The Women’s Armed Services Integration Act abolished the Women’s Reserve and gave women full partnership in the Navy.
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List some of the Navy’s roles during the Korean Conflict.
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Some of the Navy’s roles during the Korean Conflict included—
a. Providing close air support to knock out bridges and block enemy routes with the use of jets from carriers b. Navy helicopters spotted enemy artillery c. Navy ships supported the amphibious landing at Inchon through massive shore bombardment before ground forces landed d. The Navy successfully used its battleships to intervene in ground operations far ashore. |
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List some of the Navy’s missions during the Vietnam Police Action.
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Some of the Navy’s missions during the Vietnam Police Action included—
a. Surface ship-based gunfire support b. Carrier-based aircraft operations c. Coastal interdiction patrols against the enemy |
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What are other actions the Navy was involved with during the same timeframe as the Vietnam Police Action?
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Other actions the Navy was involved with during the same timeframe as the Vietnam Police Action include—
a. The manned space exploration program b. Manned undersea exploration, using deep submergence vehicles and underwater laboratories |
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What service did the Navy provide during the Iraq – Iran War?
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During the Iraq – Iran War, the Navy escorted and protected oil tankers in transit to and from the Persian Gulf against Iranian attacks.
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List the Navy’s contributions during Operation Dessert Storm.
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The Navy’s contributions during Operation Dessert Storm included—
a. Providing sea control b. Naval gunfire support for sea to ground forces c. Surface and subsurface missile attacks on selected targets in Iraq |
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What date commemorates the birthday of the United States Navy?
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13 Oct 1775
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The Second Continental Congress approved the purchase of how many vessels?
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Two
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What naval vessels were in use during the early 19th century?
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A) Frigates
B) Sloops of war C) Ships of the line |
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What category of ship carried the largest number of guns?
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Ships of the line
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What type of ships did privateers typically sail?
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Schooners
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What ship was the first warfare submarine?
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Turtle
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Which of the following ships has the distinction of being the U.S. Navy’s first flagship?
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Alfred
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What country was the first to recognize the “Stars and Stripes”?
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France
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John Paul Jones is often referred to as the “father of our highest naval traditions” because of the example he set as an officer during the Revolutionary War. He is also famous because of what accomplishment?
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His victory over the HMS Serapis
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At various times during the Revolutionary War, the U.S. Navy had 56 vessels. What was the peak number of vessels that were operating at any one time?
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27
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Approximately how many ships did the British loose to privateers?
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2,000
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What is the oldest U.S. Navy ship still in commission?
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Constitution
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Who was president when the U.S. Navy Department was established?
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John Adams
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When did the expression “Millions for defense, but not one cent for tribute” originate?
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During the “Quasi” War with France
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Who led the naval forces into Tripoli Harbor and destroyed the captured US frigate USS Philadelphia?
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Stephen Decatur
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The War of 1812 was caused, in part, by the efforts to accomplish which of the following goals?
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Stopping forced service of American seamen in the British navy
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During the War of 1812, what ship earned the nickname “Old Ironsides”?
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Constitution
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On which of the following Great Lakes did Captain Oliver Hazard Perry defeat a British squadron, cutting British supply lines?
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Lake Erie
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What ship was one of the first ships-of-the line?
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North Carolina
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The first half of the 19th century saw a development that was to change navies all over the world. What was that development?
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Steam power
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In 1843, what invention incorporated in the USS Princeton paved the way for progress in the development of propulsion systems?
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The screw propeller
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In 1854, Commodore Perry signed a treaty that opened up what market to American trade?
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Japan
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Although neither side could claim victory, the battle between the USS Monitor and the Virginia (Merrimack) was important for which of the following reasons?
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The battle began the era of the ironclads
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The first true submarine attack was conducted against what Union ship?
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USS Housatonic
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During what Civil War battle was the order “Damn the torpedoes! Full speed ahead!” given?
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Mobile Bay
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What person defined sea power, showed the importance of knowing naval needs, and advocated a large, powerful Navy?
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Alfred T. Mahan
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What ship has been labeled as the first modern cruiser in the U.S. Fleet?
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USS Newark
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“Remember the Maine,” referring to the USS Maine, was the battle cry for which of the following wars?
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The Spanish-American War
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In what year did the Navy accept its first operational submarine?
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1900
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Construction of our first destroyer began in what year?
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1895
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What ship was considered our first “first-class” battleship?
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USS Indiana
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Who was the Navy’s first aviator?
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Lt. Ellyson
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Destroyers were first used effectively for antisubmarine warfare during what war?
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World War I
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In what war did women first serve as members of the Navy?
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World War I
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In what capacity did women first serve as members of the Navy?
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Yeoman
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What was the first aircraft carrier designed from the keel up?
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USS Ranger
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What was the first naval battle of World War II in which two opposing fleets didn’t see each other during combat?
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The Battle of the Coral Sea
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What was the decisive battle of World War II that became the turning point of the war in the Pacific?
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The Battle of Midway
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During World War II, the Japanese loss/losses of what island(s) heralded the end of the war in the Pacific?
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Philippines
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During World War II, the Navy was heavily involved in which of the following Atlantic (European) actions?
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The invasion of Normandy
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Which of the following were types of ships built during World War II?
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A) Net tenders
B) Mine sweepers C) Repair ships |
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Which combat systems came into full use during World War II?
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Radar and Sonar
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During World War II, WAVES were eligible for how many ratings?
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34
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In what year was the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act passed?
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1948
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The first extensive use of jet aircraft and helicopters occurred during what war?
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The Korean Conflict
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The first U.S. Navy nuclear-powered vessel was what type of ship?
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Submarine
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In what year did the USS Nautilus make its history-making transpolar voyage?
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1958
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In what year were the first nuclear-powered surface ships launched?
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1961
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In what year was the first American satellite placed in orbit?
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1958
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America’s first suborbital flight was made by what Navy officer?
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Commander Shepard
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Which of the following warfare tactics was used during the Vietnam Police Action?
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A) Gunfire support
B) Riverine operations C) Coastal interdiction |
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Which of the following ships was the world’s first nuclear-powered carrier?
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USS Enterprise
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What moon mission was completely manned by Navy personnel?
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Apollo 12
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In what year was the Alvin, a deep diving vehicle, tested at 6,000-foot depths?
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1965
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In what year was the first nuclear-powered, deep-submergence research and ocean-engineering vehicle launched?
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1969
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Which of the following is/are principle development(s) of the Trident system?
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A) A nuclear-powered fleet ballistic missile submarine
B) A strategic weapons system C) An integrated logistics support system |
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Which of the following are the most recent additions to the surface fleet?
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A) Ticonderoga-class cruisers
B) Arleigh Burke-class destroyers |
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The Navy helped move approximately how many pounds of equipment and supplies during Desert Shield/Desert Storm?
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18.3 billion tons
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What year was the USS Ranger (the first designed carrier) commissioned?
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1934
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What carriers were in the fleet SS to World War II?
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USS Ranger (CV-4)
USS Yorktown (CV-5) USS Enterprise (CV-6) USS Wasp (CV-7) USS Hornet (CV-8) |
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What is the significance of 07 December 1941?
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The Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor.
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How many ships were sunk or damaged as a result of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor?
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15 U.S. Navy ships were sunk or damaged, including all 8 battleships of the Pacific Fleet
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What is the significance of 04-08 May 1942?
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The Battle of Coral Sea.
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What was the date(s) for the Battle of Coral Sea?
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04-08 May 1942
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What was significant about the Battle of Coral Sea?
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It was the first battle conducted by aircraft dispatched from fleets which never met.
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What were the United States' losses during the Battle of Coral Sea?
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The United States suffered the loss of an oiler, an escort, and the USS Lexington.
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What was the turning point of the war in the Pacific?
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The Battle of Midway Atoll.
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What was the significance of the Battle of Midway Atoll?
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Only six months after Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor, and one month after the Battle of the Coral Sea, the United States Navy decisively defeated an Imperial Japanese Navy (IJN) attack against Midway Atoll, halting the Japanese advance in the Pacific
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Who was the first female to enlist in the Navy (also firs female CPO)?
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Loretta Walsh
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