United States Navy League
Philadelphia Council
Philadelphia Navy League Wants YOU!!!
The Navy League of the United States, Philadelphia Council, which serves the Philadelphia, NJ, and Delaware community is in search of additional Board of Directors and officers.
Some of our long serving Leadership team at various levels have stepped down to fully enjoy the fruits of their years of service and retirement.
We are presently conducting a search for motivated, enthusiastic, forward thinking individuals to join our board and help lead our organization into the future.
The individuals we seek must have a commitment to our sea services, understand the challenges that our youth organizations face, and be willing to devote both time and energy to foster continued growth and support for these organizations as well as for the good of the Philadelphia Council of the Navy League. Interested individuals can explore this website or our social media accounts on Facebook or LinkedIn which details in depth who and what the Philadelphia Council of the Navy League is about as well as an overview of some of the roles and responsibilities within this fine organization. Any interested individuals are encouraged to contact our Board of Directors representatives or any other Board of Director.
Thank you,
Tom Metzger, President: TMetzge@aol.com
Christine Beady, Executive Director: execdir.pcnlus@gmail.com
About Us
The Navy League of the United States, founded in 1902 with the support of President Theodore Roosevelt, is a nonprofit civilian, educational and advocacy organization that supports America’s sea services: the Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard and US – flag Merchant Marine. Through national and local programs, the Navy League of the United States provides a powerful voice to educate the public and Congress on the importance of our Sea Services to our nation’s defense, well-being and economic prosperity. The Navy League provides support to our Sea services personnel and their families and youth programs such as the Naval Sea Cadet Corps. Junior ROTC and Young Marines, that expose young people to the values of our sea services.
The Latest News
Sword Presentation
Philadelphia Council of the US Navy League is honored to be a part of the Review of the Philadelphia Consortium's Midshipmen. Presenting a sword to Midshipman Jacob J. Davis - Council Director LT. Col. (Ret) Christopher Baker and LT. Taylor VW Anzidei MSN, RN, CCRN Medical Officer Recruiter RDAC Chairman. Read More
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Recent Events
Please Join us for an Author Presentation and Book Signing
The Philadelphia Council of the US Navy league is proud to host and invite members and guests to a special author presentation and book signing. Mike Fabey, a longtime Defense reporter, will speak on his latest book, Heavy Metal: The Hard Days and Nights of the Shipyard Workers Who Read More
Supporting Sea Services
The Philadelphia Council of the US Navy league continues to support our Sea services including the USCG Sector Delaware Bay. As part of this support, our Council contributed to the recognition recently of BM1 Price as the Enlisted Person of the Quarter for Sector Delaware Bay. BM1 Price serves Read More
Memorial Poster Dedication
The Philadelphia Council of the US Navy League had the privilege of supporting and participating in a "Memorial Poster Dedication" for a local resident, Hall of Fame football player, and a Coast Guard Hero. Emlen Tunnell. Friends, relatives, and local community leaders attended the unveiling of a wonderful, and Read More
Giving Back and Investing in Our Future.
Council President Bill Youngblood and Director Chris Baker attended the annual Bensalem HS MCJROTC awards ceremony. Seen here is President Youngblood presenting the Navy League Youth Medal to Cadet Lance Corporal Nyah Hyers. BZ Cadet!
The Veterans & Family Resource Fair
Thank you all who turned out to support the Veterans & Family resource fair organized by the Coatsville VA hospital. Our own Chris Baker doing that "Work". BZ Chris!!
Annual Gathering of Heroes
The Marine Corps held its 12th annual Gathering of Heroes event on Saturday in Philadelphia. The event took place at the 23rd Street Armory in Center City. All proceeds from the event went toward the Marine Corps-Law Enforcement Foundation, which provides a $35,000 educational account for every child who Read More