Portsmouth Naval Shipyard has a venerable heritage and rich tradition.  For more than 200 years, Yankee ingenuity and craftsmanship have been the keys to success for the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. In this popular lecture, learn about the role and achievements of the Yard in times of war and peace from a military historian's perspective.

This lecture is presented by Joseph Gluckert, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Historian & Museum Director. A graduate from the University of New Mexico, Mr. Gluckert was selected as the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Historian and Museum Director in 2014.  Prior to his rewarding career as a US Navy Museum Specialist, Mr. Gluckert has served in both the US Army's and US Air Force's Field History Programs documenting US military operations on the home front and overseas.