1974 and 1999 - 50th and 25th Graduation Anniversaries

Published on February 12, 2024

Shipmate offers a hearty BZ to the Classes of 1974 and 1999, as they commemorate their 50th and 25th graduation anniversaries. We thought it would be fun to reflect on Shipmate’s coverage of your graduation year and what was happening in the fleet and on the Yard during those times. 

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USNA in the Flat Top Navy

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Did You Know? There are currently 12 Aircraft Carriers in the U.S. Navy inventory. This includes Pre Commissioning Unit (PCU) CVN 79 - USS John F Kennedy. The Commanding Officers of 8 of those 12 CVNs are USNA grads. And the Executive Officers of 8 of those 12 CVNs are USNA grads.The Class of ‘96 claims 6 of the 12 CVN CO billets. Commanding Officers:CVN 70 - Captain Matthew Thomas ‘97 - (Bio)CVN