National Maritime Day
Each year on May 22nd, National Maritime Day in the United States commemorates the establishment of the maritime industry in the United States. The Merchant Marines of the United States are also praised for their service and sacrifice for our country. Special recognition is given to ships and seafarers who have occupied a prominent position in our nation's history.
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As one of the oldest industries, its time-honored traditions, which have influenced a long and rich history. The people our maritime nation is dependent on are recognized by celebrations and ceremonies around the world. Each year the Department of Transportation holds a national celebration in Washington, D.C. at the Department of Transportation headquarters.
Although the holiday honors a transatlantic event, the maritime industry in the United States encompasses nearly every state in the country, with vessels transporting ships on lakes, rivers, and oceans. Shipyards aren't the only shipyards that are not restricted to shipyards. To name a few, the maritime industry also needs people with expertise in fishing, aquaculture, processing, diving, and transportation. To name a few.
How to observe national maritime day? How to celebrate national maritime day
Join a celebration near you. Learn more about maritime history and the people who work in the industry. Also share your knowledge and experiences. You can also read a book, watch a documentary, or visit a maritime museum.
- Brian Herbert's book The Forgotten Heroes
- By Gerald Reminick, Patriots and Heroes by Gerald Reminick
- By Lincoln P Paine, A Maritime History of the World. The Sea and Civilization: A Maritime History of the World
- The Men Who Sailed The Liberty Ships – a PBS documentary The Men Who Sailed The Men Who Sailed The Liberty Ships – a PBS documentary. The Men Who Sailed The Liberty Ships – A PBS documentary
- The Council of American Maritime Museums' list of maritime museums by state is organized by state
Give a shout out to someone you know in the maritime industry using #NationalMaritimeDay to post on social media.
The national maritime day is the centennial maritime day's history
On May 20, 1933, Congress approved Public Resolution No. 7 designating May 22, 1933, as National Maritime Day in honor of the first successful transoceanic voyage from the United States. The steamship The Savannah sailed from Savannah, Georgia, to England on May 22, 1819, 1819. www.marad.gov For more information about the observance and activities of the observance, visit www.marad.gov.
Maritime FAQ
Q. How many ships are on the ocean from day to day?
A. There are more than 90,000 commercial ships in the United States. Visit Marinetraffic.com to get a glimpse of ships in real time.
Q. What do you get when you cross the Titanic with an ocean?
A. About halfway.
