3 Of The Deadliest Attack Submarines In The US Navy
From World War II to the covert submarines of today, the U.S. Navy's sub fleet has been capable of dealing death quickly to America's enemies.
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Where Are US Navy Nuclear Submarines Built And Who Builds Them?
These are the few locations where you'll find contractors building the U.S. Navy's nuclear submarines.
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The U.S. Navy's Aircraft Carrier Shortage Isn't What You'd Think
Even though the United States has the most aircraft carriers in the world, people are constantly talking of a shortage. Here's the truth behind it.
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Why The US Navy Retired The F-14 Tomcat Fighter Jet
You probably know about the F-14 Tomcat from its appearances in the Top Gun franchise, but the fighter jet has been retired for almost 20 years. Here's why.
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The 5 Worst Non-Combat Accidents To Befall US Navy Ships
Although United States ships have seen disaster in combat, there are a few non-combat incidents that have been just as catastrophic as well.
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US Navy Submarines: What Does 'SLBM' Stand For?
SLBMS have been a cornerstone of America's strategic deterrence since the 1960s, and here's how they work.
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Why Did The Navy Sink Aircraft Carrier CV/CVA-34 (USS Oriskany) & Where Is It Now?
Some time ago, the U.S. Navy sank one of its aircraft carriers for a reason that may not be immediately obvious. Here's where and why they did it.
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What Are The Different Types Of Aircraft Carriers? (And Which Ones Does The US Navy Have?)
While aircraft carriers may seem purpose built for one mission - launching aircraft while at sea - there are actually a variety of designs and classifications.
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Which U.S. Navy Aircraft Carrier Had The Shortest Service Life And What Happened To It?
The seventh aircraft carrier to enter service was the USS Hornet, commissioned a mere 48 days before Pearl Harbor.
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The US Navy's Submarine Fleet Is Bigger Than You Think
America's submarines are silent, deadly, and spend most of their time hidden beneath the waves. Here's how many there actually are.
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Unexpected Jobs That Exist On A US Navy Aircraft Carrier
Aircraft carriers have their fair share of pilots and sailors, but these vessels have a few other jobs on board that help keep these floating cities operating.
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Do US Navy Aircraft Carriers Really Have Starbucks On Board?
The internet has been fostering the rumor for years that U.S. warships have a Starbucks on board and it's not entirely inaccurate. Here's what we know.
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The Evolution Of Naval Warfare: The Submarine's Lasting Impact
Submarines have captivated imaginations and dominated nightmares for much of the 20th century, but undersea vessels have a much longer history than that.
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Here's Why The US Navy Doesn't Use The F-22 Raptor
In the day and age of fifth-generation jets, why wouldn't the Navy use the Raptor like the Air Force.
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Why The New F/A-18 Block III Super Hornet Is The Navy's Next-Level Fighter
F/A-18 Block III Super Hornet is based on a fourth generation fighter jet, but its advancements have ensured its continued use with the Navy for years.
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The Tragic Reason The US Navy Stopped Making Flying Aircraft Carrier Airships
In the 1930s, the United States Navy launched two flying aircraft carrier airships but unfortunately, it ended in tragedy. Here's what happened.
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Every Active Aircraft Carrier In The US Navy As Of 2024
Aircraft carriers are essential to the working order and success of naval forces, with 11 ships still in operation in the United States.
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10 Sunken US Navy Aircraft Carriers (And Their Current Location)
These 10 U.S. Navy aircraft carriers are proof that no ship is unsinkable, no matter how big. Here's where they're currently resting.
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How Fast Can A US Navy Aircraft Carrier Go?
Aircraft carriers are huge and cumbersome vessels, laden with people and aircraft. Surely, they can't be very fast. Right?
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The Story Of The U.S. Navy's First-Ever Aircraft Carrier
While European nations started the aircraft carrier craze just prior to the outbreak of World War I, the United States wasn't too far behind.
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Everything You Need To Know About US Navy Minesweepers
Not long after sea mines were developed, a ship was invented to defend against them. Here's everything you need to know about the U.S. Navy's minesweepers.
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Here's How The Navy Fights Fires On Its Ships
The U.S. Navy's metal fleet in WWII brought a plethora of enhancements to firefighting while adhering one rule.
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US Navy Aircraft Carriers: What Does 'CVN' Stand For?
The U.S. Navy's aircraft carriers often have the same three-letter designation stamped onto their hull: CVN. What do these letters stand for?
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9 Of The Coolest Pieces Of Gear Used By Navy SEALs
The Navy SEALs are one of the elite units of the American special forces, and they get a lot of cutting edge tech. Here's some of the most interesting stuff.
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How Naval Warfare Took To The Sky: The Rise Of The Aircraft Carrier
Aircraft carriers marry naval and air forces, together forming a powerful weapon of war that changed history. Here's a look at the rise of the aircraft carrier.
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Three Unusual Camouflage Patterns Used By WWI Naval Vessels
While a ship painted like a zebra wouldn't be many people's definition of camouflage, WWI naval boats used this design as one of the first examples of it.
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What Makes The Navy's USS Zumwalt Destroyer Vessel So Special
If you picture a Navy destroyer in your head, it probably doesn't look like the angular, sci-fi shape of the unique and extremely powerful USS Zumwalt.
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