Seventy-six years ago our Navy achieved the greatest at-sea victory in our nation’s history at the Battle of Midway. A mere six months after the attack on Pearl Harbor, with the enemy still doggedly seeking to destroy American naval power, our sailors prevailed in the challenge of their lives. As was the case in the 1940s, today, with the support of the country, your Navy stands ready to defend our country and protect our interests around the globe.

Tuesday morning, sailors assigned to the local area will gather at the Navy Memorial to remember our heroic predecessors. If you are commuting on the Yellow Line this morning, you’ll see a “Sea of White” cresting as we converge on Pennsylvania Avenue and 7th Street NW in our summer dress uniforms to commemorate this hard fought victory.