The White House issued a Proclamation signed by President Trump designating May 22, 2018 as National Maritime Day in recognition of the many services performed by the US merchant marine. All ships sailing under the American flag are requested to dress ship. [https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/president-donald-j-trump-proclaims-may-22-2018-national-maritime-day/]. The Maritime Administration (MARAD) also issued a news release concerning the national celebration event being held in Washington, DC to honor merchant mariners and the maritime industry. [https://www.marad.dot.gov/newsroom/event/2018/2018-national-maritime-day-2/] (5/21/18).
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