This Day in Naval History – June 29

Monday, June 29, 2009

1925 - Ships and men from 11th and 12th Naval Districts assist in relief after earthquake at Santa Barbara , CA

1950 - Truman authorizes sea blockade of the Korean coast

1950 - USS Juneau fires first naval shore bombardment of Korean Conflict

(Source: Navy News Service)

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