Notable Figures and Milestones in Naval History Quiz

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#1

In which year did the Battle of Trafalgar take place?

1805
1776
1812
1798
#2

Which naval explorer led the first successful expedition to circumnavigate the globe?

Captain James Cook
Ferdinand Magellan
Captain Cook
Sir Francis Drake
#3

In the 21st century, the USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000) is a notable ship known for its advanced technology. What class of destroyer does USS Zumwalt belong to?

Arleigh Burke-class
Ticonderoga-class
Zumwalt-class
Oliver Hazard Perry-class
#4

Which naval officer is credited with the establishment of the first United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland?

Admiral George Dewey
Admiral David Farragut
Commodore Matthew Perry
Commodore John Paul Jones
#5

During the Korean War, which amphibious operation saw a successful landing at the port of Inchon, greatly impacting the course of the conflict?

Operation Market Garden
Operation Torch
Operation Chromite
Operation Overlord
#6

Which naval officer is known for the famous quote 'I have not yet begun to fight!' during the Battle of Flamborough Head?

Admiral Horatio Nelson
Commodore John Barry
Captain James Cook
Admiral David Farragut
#7

Who was the commander of the Confederate Navy during the American Civil War?

Admiral Chester W. Nimitz
Admiral David G. Farragut
Admiral John A. Dahlgren
Admiral Franklin Buchanan
#8

Who is often referred to as the 'Father of the United States Navy' for his role in establishing the Continental Navy during the American Revolutionary War?

John Paul Jones
John Barry
Thomas Truxtun
John Adams
#9

During the Age of Sail, what was the common term for a ship-of-the-line with three gun decks?

Frigate
Sloop
Man-of-War
Brigantine
#10

During the War of 1812, the USS Constitution gained fame by defeating a British warship. What nickname was given to the USS Constitution as a result of this victory?

Old Ironsides
Wooden Wonder
Steel Sentinel
Ironclad Avenger
#11

During the Russo-Japanese War, the Battle of Tsushima was a decisive naval engagement. In which year did this battle occur?

1905
1914
1898
1920
#12

Which naval battle, fought in the Pacific during World War II, is considered the turning point in the conflict and led to a significant shift in favor of the Allied forces?

Battle of Midway
Battle of Leyte Gulf
Battle of Coral Sea
Battle of Okinawa
#13

Which naval officer is known for the phrase 'Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead!' uttered during the Battle of Mobile Bay in the American Civil War?

Admiral David Farragut
Commodore Matthew Perry
Admiral George Dewey
Admiral Oliver Hazard Perry
#14

Which naval officer famously said, 'I wish to have no connection with any ship that does not sail fast, for I intend to go in harm's way'?

Admiral Chester W. Nimitz
Commodore Stephen Decatur
Admiral John Paul Jones
Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry
#15

The Battle of Jutland, a major naval battle during World War I, primarily involved the navies of which two countries?

Germany and France
United Kingdom and Italy
United States and Japan
Germany and United Kingdom

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