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The Gerald R. Ford Carrier Strike Group has been deployed to the Middle East, just off the coast of Israel, in an attempt to bring stability to the region as the Israel-Hamas war continues. This...
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While a lot of people might think of the American Navy as being the most powerful in the world, it is definitely not the largest. China has the largest naval fleet in terms of the number of vessels,...
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A seismic exploration vessel under contract to Exxon Mobil was forced Saturday to leave offshore waters claimed by Venezuela and Guyana. The company has a contract with Guyana to develop a block that...
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Going into World War II, the United States Navy was far from being the powerhouse that it is today. In fact, in 1939 the Navy only had 15 battleships, five aircraft carriers, 18 heavy cruisers and...
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Under pressure from the Senate Armed Services Committee, the U.S. Navy has agreed to begin shock tests on its $13 billion carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford.
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The latest Department of Defense budget made way for the very early retirement of four Freedom-class littoral combat ships. These ships, which were among the newest vessels in the Navy, are being...
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The U.S. Navy fleet currently includes 243 surface and underwater vessels in 19 different classes, including various aircraft carriers, assault ships, transport docks, submarines, and more. Each of...
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Since time immemorial, nations have built powerful navies to project their power and influence to all corners of the globe. In cases such as ancient Rome or the British Empire, the strength of their...
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The US Navy is seeking proposals for building a drone refueling tanker for its carrier force. A final request for proposal is due this year and a contract award is expected next year.
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For a country that consists of about 18,000 islands, a formidable navy is required. Indonesia is the world’s largest archipelagic state, the 14th-largest country by land area, and is home to one of...
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Since their inception, aircraft carriers have been integral components of the U.S. Navy and have only increased in importance and firepower over the years. Their history has been distinct,...
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The current U.S. Navy fleet comprises 243 vessels, both surface and underwater, distributed among 19 distinct classes. These classes encompass a range of specialized roles, including aircraft...
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The journey from conception to commissioning of a U.S. naval ship is a long process with multiple milestones. It starts with a design phase, where naval architects and engineers work collaboratively...
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