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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Destroyer Commander Fired Following Fraternization Allegations
The Navy fired the skipper of a guided-missile destroyer following allegations that he fraternized with a junior sailor.
Retired SEAL to Receive Medal of Honor at the White House Today
At a White House ceremony Thursday, President Donald Trump will present the Medal of Honor to a retired Navy SEAL.
US Disinvites China from RIMPAC Exercises: Pentagon
The Pentagon pulled China's invitation because of its "continued militarization" of the South China Sea.
Sub Base Names Dive Locker After Navy's First Female Deep-Sea Diver
Donna Tobias became the first woman to graduate from the Navy's Deep Sea Diving School in 1975.
Sailor Made Indecent Video, Lost Appeal of Longer Sentence
A sailor doing time at the Miramar brig sought to get out early but was rejected by a military court.
USS Manchester Arrives in Portsmouth to Prepare for Commissioning
The future USS Manchester arrived on the Piscataqua River, with Sen. Jeanne Shaheen and Gov. Chris Sununu aboard.
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- Destroyer Commander Fired Following Fraternization Allegations
- Retired SEAL to Receive Medal of Honor at the White House Today
- US Disinvites China from RIMPAC Exercises: Pentagon
- Sub Base Names Dive Locker After Navy's First Female Deep-Sea Diver
- Sailor Made Indecent Video, Lost Appeal of Longer Sentence
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