This Day in Naval History - March 26

March 26, 2008

From the Navy News Service

1942 - Adm. Ernest King becomes both Chief of Naval Operations and Commander, U.S. Fleet.
1943 - The Battle of Komandorski Islands prevents Japanese reinforcements from reaching .
1966 - Operation Jackstay is the Navy's first amphibious assault in 's inland waters.
1968 - Operation Bold Dragon III begins in the Mekong Delta.

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