Navy League of the United States, New York Council

Navy League of the United States, New York Council The Navy League has provided a powerful voice for a stronger sea service to Congress and to the American people. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, U.S.

The Navy League of the United States was founded in 1902 with the encouragement of President Theodore Roosevelt. The Navy League has grown into the foremost citizens’ organization to serve, support and stand with all the sea services – the U.S. Coast Guard and U.S.-flag Merchant Marine.

SUPPORT is one of the pillars of the Navy League mission, and this is what that looks like.The New York Council is proud...
09/16/2026

SUPPORT is one of the pillars of the Navy League mission, and this is what that looks like.

The New York Council is proud to support MSST New York, the Coast Guard’s Maritime Safety and Security Team serving our region.

This week, New York Council Board Member Jon Bernz had the honor of presenting the Enlisted Person of the Quarter award.

We are proud to sponsor MSST New York and grateful for the men and women who serve, protect and keep our waterways secure.

Want to learn more about what the Navy League does or how you can get involved? Send us a DM or visit our website. 🔗 in bio.

Welcome to the fleet, USCGC Jeffrey Palazzo 🇺🇸On September 12, USCGC Jeffrey Palazzo (WPC 1163) was officially commissio...
09/15/2026

Welcome to the fleet, USCGC Jeffrey Palazzo 🇺🇸

On September 12, USCGC Jeffrey Palazzo (WPC 1163) was officially commissioned in New York City.

Named in honor of FDNY firefighter and Coast Guard Reservist Jeffrey Palazzo, who was killed on September 11, 2001, this cutter will carry his name and legacy wherever she serves.

The New York Council Navy League was proud to sponsor this historic commissioning. Council President James Spear and VP of Membership Norma Milio were honored to serve as committee chairs alongside an incredible commissioning committee.

A huge thank you to our Navy League volunteers and everyone who supports the New York Council. Your time, generosity and willingness to show up make opportunities like this possible.

We are also grateful to the Gary Sinise Foundation and the Intrepid Museum for their support of this special occasion.

And now, the best part. USCGC Jeffrey Palazzo has a crew, a mission and a place in the fleet.

Congratulations to her officers and crew. We are proud to support you.

Semper Paratus ⚓️
📸Mary Blaich

Last night, the New York Council Navy League had the honor of welcoming the crew, families and friends of USCGC Jeffrey ...
09/11/2026

Last night, the New York Council Navy League had the honor of welcoming the crew, families and friends of USCGC Jeffrey Palazzo for a special evening on New York Harbor ahead of her commissioning.

We were honored to be joined by senior Coast Guard leadership, including VADM Jo-Ann Burdian, Master Chief Petty Officer of the Coast Guard Heath Jones, and RDML Matt Lake, as we celebrated the crew and families who will bring this cutter to life.

Jeffrey Palazzo was both an FDNY firefighter and a Coast Guardsman. On September 11, 2001, he answered the call and gave his life while responding at the World Trade Center. His courage, service and devotion to others will now be carried forward by the cutter that bears his name.

Sailing through New York Harbor on the eve of September 11 made that legacy especially meaningful. An evening like this takes a team. Our sincere thanks to Gary Sinise Foundation , City Cruises ,Bollinger Shipyards, Rolls-Royce and Hose-McCann Communications for helping us give the crew and their families a New York welcome worthy of this moment. We would also like to thank all of our members and generous donors over the years. Your support of our council ensures that we can make events like this happen.

Welcome to New York, USCGC Jeffrey Palazzo. We are proud to support you and proud to be part of this historic commissioning. Semper Paratus ⚓️

This week, New York remembers. 25 years after September 11, we are preparing to honor one of our own. Jeffrey Palazzo wa...
09/10/2026

This week, New York remembers.

25 years after September 11, we are preparing to honor one of our own.

Jeffrey Palazzo was a Coast Guardsman, an FDNY firefighter, and a New Yorker who lost his life responding to the World Trade Center on 9/11.

On September 12, a new Coast Guard cutter bearing his name, the USCGC Jeffrey Palazzo, will be commissioned here in NYC.

Tomorrow, the New York Council Navy League will proudly kickoff this important event by welcoming the cutter’s crew, along with family and friends, for a special dinner cruise in New York Harbor. Thank you to our co-sponsors Gary Sinise Foundation City Cruises Intrepid Museum

An event to honor a hero
A night to honor the crew
His name will continue to serve

Navy League of the United States U.S. Coast Guard FDNY

Membership is what makes the mission possible.Every new member brings another voice, another connection and another pers...
08/21/2026

Membership is what makes the mission possible.

Every new member brings another voice, another connection and another person willing to show up for our sea services.

And here’s the thing. There’s no “type” of person who belongs in the Navy League.

Military connection? Great.
No military connection? Also great.
Love ships? We’ve got you.
Great at event planning? Fundraising? Advocacy? There’s a spot for you
Just want to get involved in something that matters? Come on in.

The New York Council is growing, and we’d love to have you grow with us.

Join us. Link in bio. ⚓️

Did you know the Navy League’s story began right here in New York? ⚓️🗽In 1902, prominent New Yorkers gathered at the New...
08/19/2026

Did you know the Navy League’s story began right here in New York? ⚓️🗽

In 1902, prominent New Yorkers gathered at the New York Yacht Club with a shared concern: America needed to be better prepared for its growing role on the world stage. With the encouragement of President Theodore Roosevelt, these early efforts helped establish the Navy League of the United States.

From the outset, the Navy League was a civilian organization dedicated to building public understanding and support for America’s Sea Services.

That mission expanded over time. In 1922, the Navy League helped establish Navy Day, and in 1941 President Franklin D. Roosevelt addressed Navy League gatherings nationwide with a simple rallying call:

“If you can’t join the Navy, join the Navy League.”

More than 120 years later, we are still carrying that mission forward here in New York—and we need people like you to continue it.

Because supporting our Sea Services isn’t just history. It’s impact. It’s advocacy. It’s making sure those who serve at sea are seen, supported, and strengthened by the nation they protect.

The people have changed. The world has changed. But the need for informed, engaged citizens has never been greater.

When you join the Navy League, you become part of a legacy that influences policy, supports sailors and Marines, and strengthens America’s maritime future.

Our history started here. Our mission continues here. And it continues with you.

Ready to step in and be part of it?

MISSION MONDAY ⚓What does our mission look like in a week?Across the Empire Region, Navy Leaguers have been showing up i...
08/17/2026

MISSION MONDAY ⚓

What does our mission look like in a week?

Across the Empire Region, Navy Leaguers have been showing up in very different ways, all connected by one purpose: supporting our Sea Services and the people who choose to serve.

⚓ New York Council President James Spear attended the NTAG Empire State Change of Command, where CDR Elliott P. Skiles passed command to CDR David Schaller. We are proud to support NTAG Empire State and the important work they do recruiting the Navy’s future force.

🏈 Thanks to the generosity of a donor, the New York Council hosted Coast Guardsmen and women from U.S. Coast Guard Sector New York at the Jets vs. Buccaneers preseason game. Sometimes support also means saying thank you and giving those who serve a chance to enjoy a great night together.

🔱 Empire Region President Norma Milio joined RDAC training in Greenwich, Connecticut, for a firsthand look at the preparation of aspiring Navy SEAL and SWCC candidates. The volunteer-led program provides mentorship, physical preparation and guidance as candidates work toward the demanding standards ahead.

RDAC is supported by the Connecticut Council Navy League and other generous donors who help make this training possible.

One week. Three very different moments. One mission.

Supporting those who serve, and those preparing to serve. 🇺🇸⚓

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Did you know the Navy League supports a think tank dedicated to maritime strategy?The Center for Maritime Strategy bring...
08/12/2026

Did you know the Navy League supports a think tank dedicated to maritime strategy?

The Center for Maritime Strategy brings research, analysis and expertise to some of the most important issues facing America’s sea services and maritime future, from national security and geopolitics to shipbuilding, emerging technology and the maritime industrial base.

And this week, that mission is in action.

The Center is hosting its Congressional Maritime Intensive, bringing congressional staff together for three days focused on U.S. maritime power, national defense and strategic policy.

It’s another side of the Navy League mission you may not know about.

Supporting our sea services. Strengthening maritime power.

Want to learn more? Explore the Center’s research and analysis through the link in our bio.

Did you know a ship’s commissioning is only the beginning?Commissioning marks the moment a Navy ship or Coast Guard cutt...
08/08/2026

Did you know a ship’s commissioning is only the beginning?

Commissioning marks the moment a Navy ship or Coast Guard cutter officially enters active service. It is a tradition filled with history, pride and purpose.

For the New York Council, it also marks the beginning of a relationship.

We are proud to have supported the commissionings of USS New York, USS Cooperstown, USCGC Clarence Sutphin Jr. and USCGC Vincent Danz, and to continue supporting their crews long after commissioning day.

Next, we look forward to welcoming USS Patrick Gallagher and USCGC Jeffrey Palazzo into service.

The ceremony may last a day. Our commitment to the crew continues. ⚓️🇺🇸

Want to be part of that commitment?

Join the New York Council and help us support the Sailors, Coast Guardsmen and families who serve our nation.

Learn more and join us through the link in our bio.





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08/05/2026

Today wasn’t just about celebrating the founding of the U.S. Coast Guard.

It was about recognizing the people who stand the watch every day. The men and women who protect our waterways, respond when called, and keep our communities safe.

It was also about the families who stand behind them, and the community that comes together to say thank you.

The Navy League of the United States, New York Council, is proud to support Coast Guard Day each year. Thank you to everyone who stopped by, and an extra thank you to our incredible volunteers. Your time and dedication helped make today special.

Happy Coast Guard Day, and thank you for your service.

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