Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class Ekundayo Mammah stands by the bell during a ceremony at Naval Station Norfolk for the Navy's 237th birthday. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Molly Anne Greendeer/Released)
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Navy celebrates 237th birthday
Updated: Friday, 12 Oct 2012, 5:32 PM EDT
Published : Friday, 12 Oct 2012, 5:32 PM EDT
NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) - The US Navy celebrated its 237th birthday Friday at Naval Station Norfolk.
According to the Navy, the birthday cake was cut by the most senior officer and the youngest enlisted Sailor.
The US Navy was established in 1775 and is the largest in the world.
For more information on the history of the Navy, visit the following websites:
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