The Navy League of the United States, commonly referred to as the Navy League, is a

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association with nearly 50,000 members who advocate for a strong, credible

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and U.S. Merchant Marine. It was founded in 1902, at the suggestion of

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. The Navy League describes itself as "a civilian organization dedicated to the education of our citizens, including our elected officials, and the support of the men and women of the sea services and their families."

Publications

''Seapower'' magazine and the ''Almanac of Seapower'' are the official publications of the Navy League. ''Seapower'' is published monthly and focuses on maritime defense news. The ''Almanac of Seapower'' is published annually in January.About ''Seapower'' magazine
www.navyleague.org, accessed 13 November 2009.

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External links

Official website of the Navy League of the United States
* {{Authority control United States Navy support organizations Organizations established in 1902 Magazine publishing companies of the United States 1902 establishments in the United States

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