This Day in Naval History – Jan. 12

Monday, January 11, 2010

1813 - US Frigate Chesapeake captures British Volunteer

1848 - Attack on Sloop Lexington, San Blas, Mexico

1953 - Landings tested on board USS Antietam, first angled deck carrier

(Source: Navy News Service)
 

Categories: Navy History

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