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WELCOME ABOARD

Welcome to the New York Commandery of the Naval Order of the United States. The New York Commandery hosts a number of educational and social events throughout the year, and builds comradery between its companions in support of the naval services. Membership in the Naval Order is by invitation only. If you have an interest, join us at one of our events.

MISSION STATEMENT

To encourage research and writing on naval and maritime subjects, preserve documents, portraits and other records of prominent figures deeds and memories of our naval and maritime history, and through fellowship of our members advance the Naval Order's unselfish service and worthy aims for the security and enduring well-being of our country. To foster, among all American citizens, informed interest in the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and Merchant Marine, with the understanding that their efficiency is essential to national security and that readiness to make victory in war certain and speedy will deter aggression and minimize dangers to world peace.

HISTORY OF THE USS NEW YORK

Since 1776, there have been seven US Navy warships named USS New York. The current USS New York (LPD 21) gained national fame, having some of it built from steel remains of the collapsed World Trade Center. Other ships of this name have played a part in the United States naval history.

Read about it here.

2023 June Luncheon

Monday, 5 June 2023

Reception 11:30hrs

Lunch 12:00hrs

KENNETH KRAETZER

Executive Director CaMMVets Media

Social Media With Today’s Naval and Military Establishments

Covering Cadets, Midshipman, the Military and Veterans Proudly Since 2008: Ken Kraetzer has supported and helped host NY City Fleet Week since 2003 arranging for sailors and marines to participate in Memorial Day parades in Westchester and participating in media embarkations on several US Navy ships. Has been credentialed to cover the Army-Navy Game since 2009, once doing an on field interview with Navy QB Malcolm Perry, and has covered events at the White House and Pentagon. Has conducted weekly The CaMMVetsMedia Report every Monday at 2:30 on New Rochelle, NY based WVOX 1460AM since November 2008 discussing topics related to the military and veterans. Initiated committee to upgrade Chaplains Hill in Section 2 at Arlington National Cemetery to correct omission of Alexander Goode of the Four Chaplains. Recently served on committee hosting commissioning of USS Cooperstown. Is a graduate of Providence College and holds an MBA from Iona University. Is the nephew of two WWII Navy Officers fighter pilot Ray Lahey and nurse Florence Lahey. Has received the Outstanding Civilian Service Medal from the US Army.

Naval Order of the United States New York Commandery

WELCOME ABOARD

MISSION STATEMENT

HISTORY OF THE USS NEW YORK

2023 June Luncheon

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