SECNAV Spencer’s 2018 Veterans Day Message
By Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer One hundred years ago, the guns fell silent across Europe on the 11th hour, of the 11th day, of the 11th month, of 1918. The armistice, which ended World War One, finally ended the most horrific warfare the world had ever seen and the world began its slow …
SECNAV Spencer’s 243rd Marine Corps Birthday Message
By Richard V. Spencer Secretary of the Navy To our Marines, civilians, families, and friends: For 243 years, United States Marines have set the standard for military excellence, ready to respond at any time, in any place, whenever there is a need. One hundred years ago, the enemy called them the Devil Dogs for the …
State of the Department of the Navy
Welcome to Navy Live blog coverage of the State of the Department of the Navy update. Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer will provide an update Wednesday, May 2 in the Pentagon press briefing room about the State of the Department of the Navy; Chief of Naval Operations Adm. John Richardson and Commandant of …
Statements by SECNAV Richard V. Spencer and CNO Adm. John Richardson on Las Vegas Mass Shooting
Today, President Donald J. Trump ordered that the U.S. flag be flown at half-staff until sunset on Oct. 6 as a remark of response for the victims of a mass shooting in Las Vegas, Nevada, Oct. 1. At this time there is in excess of 50 deceased and over 200 injured individuals. — LVMPD (@LVMPD) …
SECNAV’s Letter to the Force: Department of the Navy’s Mission, Vision and Priorities
On Aug. 29, 2017, Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer released a memorandum that outlined the Department of the Navy mission, vision and priorities. The memo’s text is below. The original document is also available for download. Sailors, Marines and Civilian Teammates, As I stated in my confirmation hearing, I have discussed priorities that …
SECNAV Spencer’s Message to the Navy and Marine Corps Team
On Aug. 3, 2017, Richard V. Spencer, a native of Connecticut, was sworn in as the 76th secretary of the Navy. The following is his opening statement: Sailors, Marines and civilian teammates, It is with great excitement and humility that I take on the role of your 76th Secretary of the Navy. The excitement is …
SECNAV Spencer’s Message to the Navy and Marine Corps Team
On Aug. 3, 2017, Richard V. Spencer, a native of Connecticut, was sworn in as the 76th secretary of the Navy. The following is his opening statement: Sailors, Marines and civilian teammates, It is with great excitement and humility that I take on the role of your 76th Secretary of the Navy. The excitement is …