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Today in U.S. Naval History: October 30

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October 30, 2013

Today in U.S. Naval History - October 30

1775 - Congress authorizes four vessels for the defense of the United Colonies.

1799 - William Balch becomes Navy's first commissioned Chaplain.

For more information about naval history, visit the Naval History and Heritage Command website at history.navy.mil.

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