NAVALORDER
Naval Order of the United States
"To collect and preserve documents and objects of naval interest and foster naval traditions."
About the Naval Order of the United States
The Naval Order of the United States is a hereditary patriotic society founded in 1890 to commemorate the services of officers of the United States Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard, as well as their predecessors in the Continental Navy. The Order promotes naval history, patriotism, and the preservation of America’s maritime heritage.
Who the Order Represents
The Naval Order of the United States represents commissioned officers of the U.S. sea services and their male descendants. Through its membership, the Order honors leadership, service, and sacrifice in defense of the nation’s maritime interests from the Revolutionary era to the present.
What the Order Does
- Preserves and promotes the history and traditions of the U.S. sea services
- Encourages scholarly research and publication on naval and maritime history
- Supports patriotic education and civic engagement
- Conducts commemorative ceremonies and historical programs
- Fosters fellowship among members with shared naval heritage
Where the Order Operates
The Naval Order of the United States operates through a national organization with local commanderies across the United States. Activities are conducted at the national and commandery levels, including meetings, educational programs, and commemorative events.
Member Eligibility Requirements
Membership in the Naval Order of the United States is hereditary and service-based.
- Applicants must be commissioned officers of the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard, or the male descendants of such officers.
- Eligible service includes officers of the Continental Navy and other recognized naval services of the United States.
- Applicants must submit acceptable documentation verifying service or lineage.
- Applicants must be of good moral character and support the objectives of the Order.
- Final approval of membership is granted in accordance with Order bylaws through the appropriate commandery.
How Membership Is Structured
Membership is administered through local commanderies affiliated with the national organization. Members participate in meetings, historical research, commemorative events, educational outreach, and governance activities that advance the Order’s mission of honoring America’s naval service.