Congressman Norcross: U.S. Representative & Founding Member of The Home Port Alliance
WETSU: a BattleshipNJ Podcast
WETSU: a BattleshipNJ Podcast
Congressman Norcross: U.S. Representative & Founding Member of The Home Port Alliance
Jan 29, 2025 Season 1 Episode 2
Battleship New Jersey

Dive into the second episode of the WETSU Podcast, where Battleship New Jersey CEO and host Marshall Spevak sits down with Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-1st) for an engaging and insightful conversation.

In this episode, Congressman Norcross delves into the remarkable journey of the Battleship New Jersey, from the founding of the Home Port Alliance, a 501(c)(3) organization that now stewards the historic ship, to her dramatic transit through the Panama Canal en route to Camden. He also shares his thoughts on the Save Our Ships Act—the Norcross legislation to bring federal funds to museum ships across the country—the ship's recent dry docking and offers a compelling look at the future of the Navy's surface and silent service fleets.

Whether you're passionate about the Battleship’s legacy as a museum and memorial or curious about the evolution of the U.S. Navy, this episode is a must-listen. Don't miss this fascinating discussion about history, preservation, and the path ahead for our naval forces!

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