“We shall never forget that it is our sacred trust to guard our country and our way of life.”

— Arleigh Burke

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About Arleigh Burke

Naval Officer • American

Arleigh Albert Burke was a highly decorated admiral of the United States Navy, renowned for his service in World War II and the Korean War. Known as '31-Knot Burke' for his aggressive tactics and demand for speed, he...

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