Editor’s note: I was born at Naval Air Station North Island, San Diego,CA
A Navy Family, we were transferred every two years, usuallyto a coastal city. Maine, Maryland, New Hampshire, Tennesee, Hawaii. My Dad pulled some strings and eeked out an additional year in Hawaii!
NAVY BIRTHDAY
On October 13th, the United States Navy observes its birthday every year. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, NAVY!
The United States Navy (USN) is the United States Armed Forces’ naval warfare service branch and one of the seven uniformed services of the United States. The U.S. Navy is currently the largest, most powerful navy in the world, with the highest combined battle fleet tonnage. The service has over 340,000 personnel on active duty and more than 71,000 in the Navy Reserve.
With only two ships and a crew of eighty men, the Continental Navy was born on October 13, 1775. The decision of the Continental Congress set the Continental Navy on course to carry arms to the British army, not to defend against it. However, these two ships and crew represent the birth of the United States Navy.
Throughout the Revolutionary War, the Navy’s importance grew. Today, the United States maintains 40 naval bases across the country, including the world’s largest Naval Station Norfolk, in Norfolk, Virginia.
Below the sea, submarines became a part of the Navy during World War II. While experiments began in the late 1800s and during the Civil War, they did not become a large part of the Navy inventory until World War II. At that point, subs became necessary for surveillance and rescue, even though they were also armed.
With the advent of the airplane, the Naval ships became vital stations for the Airforce as well. As a result, the Navy modified ships into floating landing strips. Today, joint Naval and Airbases, such as Pearl Harbor-Hickam, provide the country with sea and air defense fleets.
HOW TO OBSERVE NAVY BIRTHDAY
Celebrate with the U.S. Navy. Join Navy personnel as they celebrate their history and military heritage. Learn about naval history in the United States and around the world. Explore the various fleets the Navy uses. Celebrate a sailor you know by giving them a shout-out. Use #HappyBirthdayNavy to post on social media.
NAVY BIRTHDAY HISTORY
On October 13, 1775, the Continental Congress authorized the first American naval force. Thus began the long and prestigious heritage of the United States Navy. Between 1922 and 1972, the Navy celebrated its birthday on October 27th, the date of Theodore Roosevelt’s birth. The Navy League of the United States designated the date due to Roosevelt’s foresight and vision in elevating the U.S. Navy into a premier force.
The change to October 13th was seen as the more relevant date in line with the first official action legislating a navy. Since 1972, the Navy has officially recognized October 13th as the official date of its birth.
Regardless of when the Navy observed its birth, the celebration has always been one of pride.
Navy FAQ
Q. How many U.S. naval bases are in the United States?
A. The United States supports over 40 naval bases.
Q. Where is the largest naval base?
A. The world’s largest naval base is the Naval Station Norfolk in Virginia.
Q. Which country has the world’s largest navy?
A. Defining the largest navy in the world includes many variables – personnel, tonnage, vessels, types of vessels, and assets. If by largest you mean the navy with the most vessels, then North Korea leads. However, if you combine all the variables, the United States has the most powerful navy in the world.
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Erif Duran writes:
Today I want to introduce you to my world after Law Enforcement – the myrid and sometimes confusing world of Internet Technology. Now the information below, though a little bland and “geeky”, explains some of the workings of maintaining a website – in particular, The Farsider website. I’m hoping it explains the basics of keeping the website up and running.
I would also like to express my profund appreciation for the continuing support by the donations you have sent to help fuel the boiler that runs The Farsider express!
Your Website Administrator and wizard behind the curtain,
Eric Duran, ACSO Retired (1974-1999)
### Understanding Information Technology and Its Role in Websites ###
In our increasingly digital world, the term Information Technology (IT) often pops up in conversations about modern tools and communication methods. So, what exactly is Information Technology? At its core, IT refers to the use of computers, software, and networks to manage and process information.
Now, let’s connect IT to the world of websites. A website is a collection of web pages hosted on a server, allowing users to access a variety of content, whether it’s news articles, online stores, or in this case Leroy’s creative content.
However, maintaining a website is not solely about development and attraction; it also involves ongoing costs related to hosting, security, and updates. Here is a breakdown of the primary expenses you might encounter when keeping a website active:
1. **Domain Registration**: To have a website, you need a unique domain name — like www.yourwebsite.com. This domain needs to be registered and renewed annually, which usually costs between $10 and $20 per year which does not include additional options and ensuing costs to insure the domain name cannot be “taken over” by another party.
2. **Web Hosting**: Every website requires a place to live on the Internet, known as hosting. This is where your site’s files are stored and served to visitors. Hosting costs vary widely, starting from as low as $3 per month for basic shared hosting to several hundred dollars for dedicated servers or cloud hosting solutions. To ensure additional security, other options may be employed to protect the content of the website to thwart any attempt to gather information used by the website like your email address that may be used when informing you of a new post. Again, another cost to help guarentee a dependable and “safe” website.
3. **Website Design and Development**: If you’re starting a new website, you’ll likely need to hire a web designer or developer. Depending on the complexity of your site, this can range from a few hundred to several thousand dollars.
4. **Maintenance and Updates**: Websites require regular updates to perform optimally and securely. This includes updating software, plugins, and security protocols. You might consider hiring an expert for this, which can cost between $50 to $150 per hour.
Overall, while the world of IT and websites may seem complex, understanding the basics can empower the user to engage with it more fully. By being aware of the components that contribute to a website’s functionality and the costs involved, users can make informed decisions about its content
If you’ve read this far, than thank you! I hope this information will help you understand how it all works and where the donations go to keep things running and to insure you of the security involved to keep the website secure from the many bad players out there.
-ED
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C’ya
L.R.Pyle, Sr.