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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.

Thom Johnson is a lifetime resident of the Hudson Valley and has been researching the ruins of the arsenal that Francis Bannerman VI built on Pollepel Island for over 50 years. A retired art and photography teacher, Thom has used the ruins as both a subject and teaching tool. Like Mr. Bannerman, Thom has been bringing students, youngsters and others to the site to learn and enjoy. This presentation will cover the Bannerman business, the island arsenal, its construction and how it was used. Thom is co-author of the book Bannerman Castle (Arcadia Publishing, 2006).

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Naval Order of the United States New York Commandery

WELCOME ABOARD

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