Today in U.S. Naval History – December 23

1826 – Capt. Thomas ap Catesby Jones of USS Peacock and King Kamehameha negotiate first treaty between Hawaii and a foreign power.

1910 – Lt. Theodore G. Ellyson becomes first naval officer sent to flight training.

1941 – Gallant defenders of Wake Island (Sailors, Marines, volunteer civilian contractors, and Army Air Force radio detachment) surrender.

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