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Mission and Purpose Since its founding in 1902 with the enthusiastic support of former President Theodore Roosevelt, the Navy League has promoted the need for strength in American sea power. As Assistant Secretary of the Navy and recipient of both the Nobel Peace Prize and Congressional Medal of Honor, Roosevelt fully understood that superior sea power sustains peace and is a deterrent to war. The Navy League has grown from these roots to become the foremost citizens' organization to serve, support and stand with all U.S. sea services-the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and U.S.-flag Merchant Marine. Decade after decade, the Navy League has demonstrated its leadership in advocating superior sea power to safeguard U.S. national security, protect American economic interests, and ensure freedom of the seas. Read more...

Programs and Activities The Navy League of the United States includes a network of more than 260 councils throughout the U.S. and around the world. Councils offer members the opportunity to become personally involved with the Navy League and to support the sea services in their local communities. The grassroots strength of its councils enables the Navy League to offer broad support ... Read more...

Naval Sea Cadet Corps The U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps is a nationwide youth development program dedicated to helping American youth achieve success in personal leadership. It is dedicated to empowering American teens, ages 13-17, with citizenship, team-building and character-strengthening skills through a multitude of hands-on opportunities. Read more...

FAQ What is the Navy League? The Navy League of the United States is a private, nonprofit, civilian organization that serves, supports and stands with the U.S. sea services - the Navy, the Marine Corps, the Coast Guard and the U.S.-flag Merchant Marine. Read more...