This Day in Naval History - June 29

Friday, June 29, 2007

From the Navy News Service

1925 - Ships and men from 11th and 12th Naval Districts assist in relief after earthquake at Santa Barbara , Calif. 1950 - President Harry S. Truman authorizes sea blockade of the Korean coast. 1950 - USS Juneau (CLA 119) fires first naval shore bombardment of Korean Conflict. Source: NavNews

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