The Creation of the Navy | America Takes to the Seas

As the American Revolution intensified, the colonies faced a powerful challenge from the British Royal Navy, the world’s dominant naval force. In 1775, the Continental Congress authorized the creation of a small fleet of ships, marking the beginning of what would become the United States Navy. In this episode of Road to 250, explore how a young nation turned to the sea in its fight for independence and began building an American naval tradition. Visit TheRoadto250.com for more American stories, events, podcasts, apparel, gifts, and ways to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary.