United State Navy's 251st Birthday Party

Join the Mid-Missouri Council of the Navy League of the United States as we proudly celebrate the **251st Birthday of the United States Navy** on **Tuesday, October 13, 2026**, at **American Legion Post 5, 1423 Tanner Bridge Road, Jefferson City, Missouri**.

**EVENT SCHEDULE**

**5:30 PM - Doors Open / Social Gathering**
**6:30 PM - Traditional Navy Birthday Cake-Cutting Ceremony**
**Guest Speaker to Follow**

The Navy Birthday Celebration is an opportunity for Navy veterans, active-duty and Reserve personnel, retirees, military families, Navy League members, U.S. Naval Sea Cadets, veterans organizations, community leaders, local businesses, and friends of America’s sea services to come together in fellowship and celebrate 251 years of Navy history, heritage, tradition, and service to our nation.

The United States Navy traces its origins to October 13, 1775, when the Continental Congress authorized the acquisition and outfitting of armed vessels during the American Revolution. For more than two and a half centuries, generations of American Sailors have served our nation around the world.

The evening will include one of the Navy’s most treasured birthday traditions-the **Navy Birthday Cake-Cutting Ceremony**. The ceremony symbolizes the connection between generations of Sailors and reminds us that today’s Navy carries forward the heritage and traditions established by those who served before us.

After the ceremony, we will welcome our guest speaker and continue an evening dedicated to fellowship, Navy heritage, and recognizing those who have served.

**EVERYONE IS WELCOME**

You do not have to be a Navy veteran or Navy League member to attend. We encourage veterans to bring their spouses, families, friends, and fellow service members. We also welcome members of all military branches, community organizations, businesses, educators, students, and anyone interested in supporting America’s sea services.

The Mid-Missouri Council is working to strengthen and grow the Navy League’s presence throughout our community. Our priorities include increasing membership, improving community awareness, supporting the **Jefferson Division of the U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps**, expanding fundraising opportunities, developing partnerships with local businesses and organizations, and providing meaningful activities for our members.

We want the Mid-Missouri Council to be an active organization where members feel informed, involved, welcomed, and valued.

**SUPPORT THE MID-MISSOURI COUNCIL**

Donations to the Mid-Missouri Council are greatly appreciated. Your support helps us continue our mission of supporting America’s sea services, our local Sea Cadets, Navy League programs, community outreach, and activities throughout Mid-Missouri.

Please make checks payable to:

**Mid MO Navy League**

Mail donations to:

**Mid MO Navy League**
**c/o Sam Bushman**
**213 Adams St.**
**Jefferson City, MO 65101**

Individuals, families, businesses, and community organizations are all invited to support the Council. Every contribution helps us strengthen our programs and continue supporting the men and women of the sea services and the next generation of leaders represented by our Sea Cadets.

**JOIN THE NAVY LEAGUE**

If you are not currently a member, we invite you to consider joining the Navy League of the United States and becoming part of the Mid-Missouri Council.

The Navy League brings together civilians, veterans, active-duty service members, families, and community leaders who share an interest in supporting the **U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, U.S.-flag Merchant Marine, and youth programs**.

When joining, please select **Mid-Missouri Council, Jefferson City, Missouri** as your preferred Council.

Navy League Membership:
https://www.navyleague.org/join/

Mid-Missouri Council Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61591232505045

**JOIN US OCTOBER 13**

Reconnect with fellow veterans, meet Navy League members, support our Sea Cadets, learn more about the Mid-Missouri Council, and celebrate the proud traditions of the United States Navy.

Whether you served for four years or thirty years, are currently serving, have a family member who served, or appreciate the dedication of America’s Sailors and sea services, we invite you to join us.

Help us spread the word by inviting fellow veterans, friends, family members, coworkers, and community leaders.

We look forward to welcoming you on **October 13, 2026**, as Mid-Missouri comes together to celebrate the **251st Birthday of the United States Navy** and honor the generations of Sailors who have served our nation.

**Jerry "Ken" Gulledge**
Interim President
Mid-Missouri Council
Navy League of the United States
CWO4, U.S. Navy (Retired)

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