Naval Station Newport Rhode Island

• Historic Beginnings: Naval Station Newport was established in 1883, making it one of the oldest naval installations in the United States. • Naval War College: Home to the U.S. Naval War College since 1884, it serves as the Navy’s premier institution for educating senior officers in strategy and operational art. • Birthplace of Naval Aviation Training: During World War I, Newport was a major center for training naval aviators, with flight operations conducted on nearby Gould Island. • Training the Greats: Famous naval leaders such as Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, Admiral Raymond Spruance, and Admiral Ernest King attended courses or served at Newport. • World War II Hub: During World War II, Newport was a bustling center for training and equipping thousands of sailors, with over 500,000 trained at the station. • Unique Architecture: The War College’s Luce Hall, built in 1892, is a National Historic Landmark, known for its distinctive Romanesque architecture. • Historic Naval Justice: The base is home to the Navy’s Justice School, where Judge Advocate General (JAG) officers receive their training. • Home of the Officer Candidate School (OCS): Since 2007, all Navy Officer Candidate training has been consolidated at Newport, shaping the future leaders of the fleet. • International Connections: The Naval War College hosts officers from dozens of allied and partner nations every year, fostering international cooperation. • Presidential Visits: Several U.S. Presidents, including John F. Kennedy, who was stationed there as a young ensign, have visited Newport throughout its history.