History

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  Founded in 1902 with the support of President Teddy Roosevelt
• Promotes the need for strength in seapower
• Civilian organization
• 200 Local Councils
• 29,000 members worldwide
• Our Goal: to educate the public and elected officials on the importance of a strong maritime component for our National Security
• Supports and advocates for members of the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and U.S.-Flag Merchant Marine