Nimitz Library

With the graduation of the Class of 2026, the U.S. Naval Academy celebrated a massive milestone: 100 consecutive classes of required aviation training.

Read the full story of how aviation fought for its place at USNA at the Special Collections & Archives blog: https://libguides.usna.edu/sca/10536/aviation-training-at-usna-turns-100

What a fantastic show put on today by in celebration of Commissioning Week!

Good news for those who want to visit Nimitz Library:

Long before the Marine Corps became the force we know today, they executed their very first amphibious raid on New Providence Island in the Bahamas. From navigating "prodigious thickets" to seizing British cannons right out from under the Governor's nose, Captain Samuel Nicholas and his men secured a massive victory for the Continental Army.

Dive into the story of the daring raid that started it all at the SC&A blog: https://libguides.usna.edu/c.php?g=472716&p=6628899&t=177047

For anyone considering visiting Nimitz Library or USNA, please be aware of the increase in Force Protection measures and the impact to Yard access and visitation.

Due to inclement weather, Nimitz Library is closing today, 22 February at 1800 and will remain closed on Monday, 23 February. Please stay tuned to USNA and Nimitz Library social media for reopening information.

While the Naval Academy has a storied history in the Summer Games, today we’re honoring the elite few who conquered the Winter Olympics and Paralympics.

Bob Weissenfels (’90) and Dan Cnossen (’02) demonstrated two different paths, but one shared drive for excellence. Read more about their incredible journeys on the blog: https://libguides.usna.edu/c.php?g=472716&p=6628899&t=176096

For George Washington's 294th birthday (celebrated on February 16 this year thanks to the Uniform Monday Holiday Act of 1971), we feature several illustrations from the Reverend John Frederick Schroeder's two-volume "Life and Times of Washington." This lavishly illustrated work by Schroeder captures the Revolution's turning points—from Washington’s first meeting with Alexander Hamilton to his legendary bravery at Princeton and Valley Forge. It's a beautiful glimpse into history through 19th-century artistry.

Read more at our Special Collections & Archives blog post: https://libguides.usna.edu/c.php?g=472716&p=6628899&t=175833

Due to inclement weather, Nimitz Library will be closed Sunday 25 JAN. We will reopen when classes resume. Please stay tuned to USNA and Nimitz Library social media for reopening information.