Gravely Celebration Student Luncheon

by Marann Fengler | February 16, 2024

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

by Marann Fengler | January 11, 2023

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...