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Director of the Naval History and Heritage Command, Sam Cox, says his mission is to make sure that ships like USS Indianapolis are remembered by the US Navy and US citizens. Thank you Adm. Cox, for everything you do to honor our crew. This message was created for the 2020 75th Anniversary reunion. This video and all of its content is protected by the USS Indianapolis CA-35 Legacy Organization. Permission for use must be requested in writing and sent to admin@ussindianapolis.com. ©USS Indianapolis CA-35 Legacy Organization, 2021

DO NOT MISS this incredible archival footage of the 1960 Survivors Memorial Reunion. This footage includes "home movies," as we used to call them, filmed by Survivor Michael N. Kuryla. Highlights include the voice of CA-35 skipper, Captain Charles McVay III, and a peek at the famed "cocktail hour" at the top of the Severin Hotel in the City of Indianapolis. It was at this cocktail hour, 15 years after rescue, that many Survivors said healing from their ordeal at sea truly began. Thanks to Michael Kuryla, Jr., for providing this precious look into the past. This video and all of its content is protected by the USS Indianapolis CA-35 Legacy Organization. Permission for use must be requested in writing and sent to admin@ussindianapolis.com. ©USS Indianapolis CA-35 Legacy Organization, 2021

In honor of President's Day, we share footage of President Franklin D. Roosevelt's cruise aboard USS Indianapolis (CA-35), departing Charleston, South Carolina, on November 18, 1936 for a "Good-Neighbor" visit to South America. USS Indianapolis carried President Roosevelt to Rio de Janeiro, Buenos Aires, and Montevideo for state visits during her tour. Also on board during the voyage was the President's son, US Marine Lieutenant Colonel James Roosevelt. A notable highlight of the voyage was the Crossing of the Line (Equator) ceremony during which President Roosevelt received a subpoena to appear before King Neptune's Royal High Court of the Raging Main. Presidential Cruise to South America aboard USS Indianapolis Nov 17 - Dec 15, 1936 A special thank you to the FDR Presidential Library for this archival footage (silent, color, 16mm) from President Roosevelt's collection.

PART 2 - Presented Thursday, March 18 at 7:00 PM (EDT), the Legacy education committee delivered the second half of the USS Indianapolis story, with the focus on the crew's ordeal at sea; the rescue crew and lost-at-sea families; life after the tragedy; the trial and exoneration of Captain Charles B. McVay III; and the discovery of the ship in 2017. The presenters included Survivor Dick Thelen; Jane Gwinn Goodall, daughter of rescue pilot Chuck Gwinn; Captain William Toti, skipper of Indy's namesake sub; and Sara Vladic, coauthor of the 2018 NYT bestselling book, INDIANAPOLIS. Jim Belcher, Jr., son of survivor Jim Belcher, will moderate the webinar. And in case you missed it, or would like to watch it again.... Part 1 is available on our YouTube channel, as well as at our website https://www.ussindianapolis.com/never-give-up. There you will find links to the recorded version, as well as the Part 1 Q&A—questions asked by Part 1 attendees and answered by the panelists. You can also access a comprehensive self-study guide (in Powerpoint format), as well as educational resources for kids! This two-part live educational event is a great opportunity for your kids and grandkids to hear this inspiring story of heroism, perseverance, and survival. This video and all of its content is protected by the USS Indianapolis CA-35 Legacy Organization. Permission for use must be requested in writing and sent to admin@ussindianapolis.com. ©USS Indianapolis CA-35 Legacy Organization, 2021

On Thursday, March 4, the USS Indianapolis Legacy Organization's education committee presented Part 1 of a two-part live Zoom webinar telling the complete story of USS Indianapolis (CA-35). WATCH IT HERE NOW! Part 1 spans Indy's history from her christening to her World War II campaigns, and from her world-changing top secret mission to her tragic sinking. Guest presenters include Indianapolis survivor Dick Thelen; lost-at-sea family members Earl Henry & Michael William Emery; and Sara Vladic, coauthor of the 2018 NYT bestselling book, Indianapolis. Jim Belcher, Jr., son of survivor Jim Belcher, moderated the webinar. This two-part live educational event is a great opportunity for your kids and grandkids to hear this inspiring story of heroism, perseverance, and survival. During the presentation, the group references the Official USS Indianapolis web sites www.ussindianapolis.com & www.ussindianapolis.org. Please visit the sites for additional information and content about the Indy story. If you would like to order a Kindle copy of the Survivors' book, mentioned in the presentation, visit https://amzn.to/30JkvGR This video and all of its content is protected by the USS Indianapolis CA-35 Legacy Organization. Permission for use must be requested in writing and sent to admin@ussindianapolis.com. ©USS Indianapolis CA-35 Legacy Organization, 2021

"We are all in your debt. It's unimaginable what you went through." Actor Gary Sinise shares his appreciation for the entire USS Indianapolis crew and discusses his time spent with Survivor Edgar Harrell.