'Anchors Aweigh': Cruz, others wish the US Navy a happy 238th birthday

Jacob B. | 1:35 PM on October 13, 2013

The United States Navy turns 238 today.

Happy 238th Birthday Shipmates! We've been defending America with pride since 1775. http://t.co/bAUA3N1q6x #USNavyBday

— U.S. Navy (@USNavy) October 13, 2013

Many have sent messages of gratitude toward this crucial branch of our military on its birthday.

Bravo Zulu, Anchors Aweigh, & Happy 238th Birthday to our US Navy. Sure hope we best y'all in football this year.

— Allen West (@AllenWest) October 13, 2013

238 years of protection & service. Thx to all #Navy vets & those serving today for defending our shores. Happy Birthday @USNavy.

— Mark Kirk (@SenatorKirk) October 13, 2013

https://twitter.com/AdreenaMarissa/status/389433522500296704

Happy Birthday US Navy. Best Fighting force on the open seas

— Tim (@timadkins1_tim) October 13, 2013

238 years ago on 13 October 1775 some guy created the Navy. I'm proud to say I'm am a United States Sailor. Happy Birthday! ⚓️??

— Joy Pappas (@joypaps) October 13, 2013

https://twitter.com/AdamBaldwin/status/389429656597692416

To all past and present members of the Navy, thank you for your service.