The U.S. Navy was founded on October 13, 1775, with the Department of the Navy established in 1798. The Navy's mission is to “maintain, train and equip combat-ready naval forces capable of winning wars, deterring aggression and maintaining freedom of the seas," and it does so with warfare specialities that include aviation, surface warfare, nuclear submarines, special forces, and support services.
There are approximately 326,000 sailors serving actively in the U.S. Navy today with an additional 110,000 reserve personnel.
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The Ghost of This WWII Destroyer Was Just Found Off Alaska
The USS Abner Read is the final resting place for 71 U.S. sailors.
Survivor of Newly Found WWII Shipwreck: 'So Many' to Rescue
Scientists using multi-beam sonar have discovered the 75-foot stern of the USS Abner Read below the Bering Sea.
Search-and-Rescue Mission for Missing 13th MEU Marine Ends
The U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard and Philippine coast guard concluded a five-day search.
Navy Plane Gets Warning During Flight Over South China Sea
The Chinese military warned the Poseidon aircraft to "Leave immediately and keep out to avoid any misunderstanding."
Search Underway for Marine Who Went Overboard Near the Philippines
An all-hands effort is underway to find a Marine believed to have gone overboard Wednesday off the coast of the Philippines.
New Air Force Colonel to Preside in Guantanamo's Stalled USS Cole Case
A new judge has been assigned to preside at Guantanamo's stalled trial of a Saudi man.
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- The Ghost of This WWII Destroyer Was Just Found Off Alaska
- Survivor of Newly Found WWII Shipwreck: 'So Many' to Rescue
- Search-and-Rescue Mission for Missing 13th MEU Marine Ends
- Navy Plane Gets Warning During Flight Over South China Sea
- Search Underway for Marine Who Went Overboard Near the Philippines
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