Navy EOD Celebrates 85 Years of Excellence
August 24, 2026
August 24, 2026
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following news story:
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Navy EOD Celebrates 85 Years of Excellence
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On Aug. 22, 1941, the first U.S. Mine Disposal class graduated its inaugural group of technicians, marking the genesis of Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD). These early operators created a standard of robust technical proficiency matched with deliberate, uncompromising bravery, and built a culture of constant learning an . . .
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Navy EOD Celebrates 85 Years of Excellence
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On Aug. 22, 1941, the first U.S. Mine Disposal class graduated its inaugural group of technicians, marking the genesis of Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD). These early operators created a standard of robust technical proficiency matched with deliberate, uncompromising bravery, and built a culture of constant learning an . . .