Admiral Franchetti Keynotes Washington’s Birthday Celebration at Union League Club of Chicago

On February 17, 2023, members of the Chicago Navy Memorial Foundation attended the Union League Club of Chicago’s annual George Washington’s Birthday celebration. The event featured Admiral Lisa Franchetti, Vice Chief of Naval Operations, as the keynote speaker. The celebration honored George Washington’s pivotal role in establishing the U.S. Navy, recognizing his foundational influence on the service’s development and legacy.