USS Illinois: Why The Doomed Iowa-Class Battleship Was Never Deployed
The USS Illinois was supposed to be the fifth of the U.S. Navy's WWII-era Iowa-class battleships, but it never joined its siblings at sea. Here's why.
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The US Navy Is Modernizing Its Arleigh Burke Destroyers, And This One Just Passed A Major Test
Trials of the USS Ted Stevens, conducted by Huntington Ingalls Industries, showed that the ship met all mechanical, electrical, and combat-system requirements.
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10 Of The Most Advanced Nuclear Submarines In The World
Nuclear-powered submarines use some of the most advanced military technology in the world. These are the ones that are a cut above all the rest.
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The US Has A New Naval Destroyer With An Impressive Missile Detection System - Here's How It Works
The United States Navy has a new destroyer with a high-tech missile detection system. Here's what it is, and how the system works.
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How A $100M Submarine 'Sank' A $6B US Nuclear Supercarrier
A quiet Swedish submarine embarrassed the U.S. Navy’s most formidable ship — and revealed why old-school diesel power still has a place in modern warfare.
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Japan Is Putting American Missiles On Its Destroyers - Here's How They Work & What They're For
As part of an ongoing effort to increase its defense strategy, Japan will be adding American-designed missiles to its Destroyers. Here's what you need to know.
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This Submarine Sank Over 100 Years Ago – Here's How It Was Finally Found
A Navy wreck from World War I was officially discovered this year, despite technically being found before. Here's how modern teams located it.
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USS United States: All About The US Navy's Canceled Nuclear Supercarrier
After World War II, the U.S. Navy was looking for ways to expand its capabilities at sea. The USS United States had potential but was ultimately cancelled.
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The US Navy Is Repairing Freedom-Class Combat Ships At Sea Now (And Here's Why It Matters)
The Freedom-class LCS isn't a large warship like the Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carrier, designed to stay near the coast while on deployment.
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The US Navy's Next Nuclear Supercarrier Just Took A Big Leap Forward
The second Ford-class aircraft carrier, the USS John F. Kennedy, experienced some delays in construction. However, it's now nearing completion.
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Why Aircraft Carrier Islands Are Almost Always On The Right
Spotting an aircraft carrier is easy thanks to its island superstructure, but why is it almost always on the right side? The answer lies in aviation physics.
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The USS George Washington Isn't Even Stationed In The US - Here's Where You'd Have To Go To See It
Most of the U.S. Navy's aircraft carriers are stationed in the United States, but the USS George Washington lives on the other side of the world.
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Why Aren't British Aircraft Carriers Nuclear Powered?
Every single United States aircraft carrier is powered by a nuclear reactor, but its ally across the pond opted for a different fuel source.
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Why The US Navy Continues To Launch Ballistic Missiles From Nuclear Submarines
United States military submarines are a crucial component to the country's nuclear triad, wielding the ability to launch nuclear ballistic missiles from sea.
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How America's Advanced Aircraft Carriers Compare To The Rest Of NATO's Fleet
NATO fields several aircraft carriers, but how do Britain’s, France’s, and others truly measure up against America’s massive nuclear-powered fleet?
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Can A Submarine Outrun A Torpedo? How Their Top Speeds Compare
Generally speaking, a submarine cannot typically outrun an enemy torpedo outright, but submarines do use speed in other ways to avoid fatal hits.
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The U.S. Is Weighing A Massive Weapons Hub Near China's Doorstep
Although still in the early stages of consideration, a joint ammunition production and storage facility at Subic Bay could be the world's largest.
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Chinese Fleet Raises Tensions After Interception In Restricted Waters
In September 2025, a fleet of warships from China appeared in restricted waters in the Taiwan Strait, raising tensions after they were intercepted.
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The Royal Australian Navy Has A Billion-Dollar Ghost Shark Submarine Fleet On The Way
Drones are starting to make a mark on naval combat, and Australia's spending big to ensure it has its own fleet of uncrewed underwater vehicles ready.
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14 Of The Oldest Aircraft Carriers Still In Service
A look at the world's oldest aircraft carriers still on active duty, examining their legacy, upgrades, and role in modern naval operations.
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How The Russian Navy Protects Its Maritime Routes With Nuclear Subs & Coastal Missiles
Russia has a strategy to protect its maritime routes and coastlines. Part of the solution involves nuclear submarines, coastal missile, and tight communication.
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What Does Aft Mean On A Ship?
Humans have been traveling by boat for millennia, and some common seafaring terms like 'aft' have been in use since medieval times.
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What To Know About The Release Of The US' First Autonomous Warship
This ship marks the transition toward a hybrid fleet of manned and unmanned vessels away from conventional shipbuilding.
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What Is America's Most Advanced Nuclear Warship Doing In Norway?
The most advanced aircraft carrier in the world, the USS Gerald R. Ford, visited Norway in September 2025 as part of its mission in the Arctic Circle.
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China's Newest Aircraft Carrier Shows Off Tech Previously Exclusive To The US
Nations are always looking for ways to increase their military tech. China did just that, by adding a tech the U.S. used to use on their new aircraft carrier.
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Historic US Military Base Revived For New Mission In The Caribbean
The Trump Administration is using an old naval base in Puerto Rico for a new mission in the Caribbean. Time will tell if this facility officially reopens.
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Lost WWII Ship USS Quincy Finally Seen Again For The First Time In Decades
The USS Quincy is one of the 20,000 ships sunk during WWII, and it's been resting out of sight since it was first discovered in 1992 — unitl now.
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