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Gravely Celebration Student Luncheon

AN EXPERIENCE TO REMEMBER In 1962 Vice Admiral Samuel L. Gravely, Jr. became the first African American to take command of a U.S. Navy combatant ship. He continued to break barriers throughout his career, becoming the first African American commander, captain, rear...
2023 Gravely Experience Student Luncheon

2023 Gravely Experience Student Luncheon

Educators! Have your 11th grade students join us for an inspiring afternoon aboard Battleship IOWA in remembrance of Vice Admiral Gravely (1922 – 2004).  Vice Admiral Gravely was a true trail blazer who became the first African American commander, captain, rear...