โThe assimilation of the principles, opinions, and manners of our country-men by the common education of a portion of our youth from every quarter well deserves attention. The more homogenous our citizens can be made in these particulars the greater will be our prospect of permanent unionโ
-George Washington
I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
๐ฆ In honor of America's 250th Anniversary, Key System #1001 is dressed up!
Its decorations aren't imaginary, but an homage to how #1001 looked when it pulled President Taft's train! 115 years later, its patriotic flare is back for America's 250th; and on display at our museum!
Happy Flag Day, America. ๐บ๐ธ
The stars and stripes have been there for every chapter of this country's story. And in 20 days they'll be there for its biggest birthday yet.
So go ahead and fly it proud, today and every day.
It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of William "Bill" Ryan, one of our last World War II veterans who served aboard Battleship New Jersey. Bill joined the Navy at 18 years old and served aboard Battleship New Jersey, his battle station was in the gun house of Turret III. He left the Navy in 1946.
"I had a real, real good experience in the Navy, and I don't regret any part of it."
Bill was over 100 years old. He will be deeply missed by everyone here at Battleship New Jersey. We are honored to have known him. Fair winds and following seas, Bill.