This Day in Naval History - March 26
From the Navy News Service
1942 - Adm. Ernest King becomes both Chief of Naval Operations and Commander, U.S. Fleet.
1943 - The Battle of Komandorski Islands prevents Japanese reinforcements from reaching .
1966 - Operation Jackstay is the Navy's first amphibious assault in 's inland waters.
1968 - Operation Bold Dragon III begins in the Mekong Delta.