The Secretary of the Navy exonerated the remaining 256 sailors found
guilty during the 1944 Port Chicago courtsmartial due to significant legal errors that compromised the fairness of their trials. This decision demonstrates the Department of the Navy's commitment to correcting historical injustices and ensuring all service members are treated fairly and equitably. The Navy is grateful for the dedicated service and commitment of
the 320 sailors, civilians, Coast Guardsmen, members of the U.S. Maritime Service, and one Marine whose lives were lost in the explosion and honors their memory.