Event Info:
The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force is proud to host a special event on December 7th at 2 pm to commemorate Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. Sponsored by the Navy League of Savannah, this event will feature keynote speaker Captain Leonard Jones, along with readings, music, and a special tribute to Pearl Harbor survivors and WWII veterans.
We invite you to join us for this special occasion with a Two-Bell Ceremony and presentation of a flower wreath to honor those who fought valiantly for our country. This program is free and open to the public. Let us come together to pay our respects and show our gratitude to the brave men and women who served our country during WWII.
About Captain Leonard Jones | United States Navy, Retired
CAPT Jones, a native of Matthews, Georgia, graduated from Wrens High School in 1974 and earned a Navy college scholarship. After completing the Naval Reserve Officers Training Corps program at Savannah State College, he was commissioned in 1978 and began his distinguished career as a surface warfare officer. His sea duty included service aboard USS Higbee, USS Dahlgren, USS Charles F. Adams, Destroyer Squadron 31 Staff, and USS Vincennes.
His overseas assignments included tours at Afloat Training Group Western Pacific in Yokosuka, Japan, and as Naval Attaché at the American Embassy in Nassau, Bahamas. He later commanded Navy Recruiting District Atlanta and the NROTC Unit at Savannah State University, where he also served as Professor of Naval Science. His final active-duty post was Director of the Latin America/Middle East Division at the Navy International Programs Office in Washington, DC, overseeing Foreign Military Sales. CAPT Jones retired in 2008 after 30 years of service.
He holds master’s degrees in education, Applied Science, and National Security Affairs, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry. His decorations include the Legion of Merit, Meritorious Service Medal, Navy Commendation Medal, and Navy Achievement Medal. Following his naval career, CAPT Jones taught NJROTC at Johnson High School and Peach County High School, where he was named 2018–2019 Teacher of the Year.
About the Navy League of the United States
The Navy League of the United States is a worldwide organization dedicated to supporting our nation’s sea services (US Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and US-Flagged Merchant Marine) and educating our leaders and citizens about the importance of a strong maritime policy. To learn more visit www.savannahnavyleague.us. 501(c)3 Organization.
