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American Naval Fighting Ships

The American Navy is the largest in the world, having a huge resource of fighting ships. In fact, the battle fleet of the U.S. Navy is so huge that its fleet tonnage exceeds the next 13 largest fleets of the world, combined. It all began during the early stages of the Revolutionary War. With the establishment of a naval base that could challenge the British Navy, Colonists began to be debated the merits of a naval fleet in a meeting of the Continental Congress. “Without a decisive naval force we can do nothing definitive,” said George Washington, and thus came about the Continental Navy. Naval power played a significant role in the American Civil War, though it saw very little action during the World War I. In the 21st Century, the U.S. Navy has a sizable global presence and it actively supports America’s defense and foreign policy. Within the U.S. […]

A Windfall of Sailing Links

The exciting sport of sailing dates back thousands and thousands of years. Throughout history, sailboats have been used for industrial, commercial, and recreational purposes, and have undergone many structural changes. Whether for business or pleasure, sailing is a thrilling adventure that anyone can enjoy. These links are brought to you by Action Donation Services® who processes the boat and yacht donations for some of America’s finest charities:Sailing Groups and OrganizationsInternational Sailing Federation: International group that governs the bylaws of the sailing world.US Sailing: National organization that instructs and enables sailors to enjoy their passion.Sail America: Group that supports the sailing and sailing product industry.Inland Lake Yachting Association: Organization for those interested in yachting and sailing on lakes.American Sailing Association: The leading group on sailing schools and instruction.American Boat and Yacht Council: The regulation-making body for the boating industry.Recreational SailingSailing Magazine: Leading source of current sailing news and reviews.Sailnet: Large community […]

Boaters’ Savior, Tourist Delight – Florida Lighthouses

The state of Florida is home to some of the greatest examples of lighthouses in the United States and around the world. Many of the lighthouses are open to the public for viewing and sightseeing and can provide tourists with some wonderful photographs to bring home after a vacation in Florida. Even if there is no public access to these beautiful constructions, you can still get some good shots of the lighthouses from other areas surrounding the building.The Ponce Inlet Lighthouse is the only lighthouse in Florida that is an historic landmark. It was built in 1887 and is open to the public. Visitors are allowed to climb to the top of the lighthouse and it offers a stunning view from the very top. There are museums on the grounds where visitors can view the keeper’s quarters and some lens exhibits that display some wonderful examples of lighthouse lenses.St. George […]