History and Education

The Navy Memorial’s Education department is responsible for conducting youth education programs, seminars and symposia, creating exhibits in the Naval Heritage Center and providing reference information and photographs to researchers.

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Recent Events
Navy SEAL Makes Appearance at U.S. Navy Memorial for Book Signing and Discussion

On May 12, 2008, the U.S. Navy Memorial welcomed former SEAL Marcus Luttrell to discuss and sign copies of his book "Lone Survivor", which tells his harrowing account of survival during a firefight in Afghanistan that claimed the lives of his three fellow SEALs.

Click here to read the press release for this event.

Marcus Luttrell (right), assisted by U.S. Navy Memorial's Education Director Mark Hacala (center), signs copies of his New York Times bestseller "Lone Survivor" inside the Naval Heritage Center.

 
Marcus Luttrell discusses his experiences in combat detailed in his book "Lone Survivor" inside the Naval Heritage Center's Arleigh & Roberta Burke Theater.