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.
Navy News
One of the Navy's Most Important Historic Sites Saved From Destruction
The "Top Gun" house where Maverick and Charlie fell in love has been saved.
Navy Ships Will Again Fly the Union Jack as US Enters Great Power Competition
Ships have been flying the First Navy Jack -- a symbol of the Global War on Terrorism -- since 2002.
After Carrier Ford's Elevators Failed, the Navy Is Building a New Test Site
"In a perfect world -- and hindsight is 20/20 -- we would've built this back in probably 2008 and not today."
Navy Riverine Squadron Leader Fired Over Loss of Confidence
This is the second relief of a Coastal Riverine Squadron 3 commanding officer in the last five years.
Here's What Happened During False Report of Shooter at Norfolk Naval Shipyard
Police sent a SWAT team to investigate while thousands of civilian workers and sailors were told to shelter in place.
Always Wanted to Own a Military Tactical Vehicle? Here's Your Chance
Seven-tons and ITV Growlers are going on sale soon.
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Navy Physical Readiness Test (PRT) Overview
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Navy Updates from The Military Report
- One of the Navy's Most Important Historic Sites Saved From Destruction
- Navy Ships Will Again Fly the Union Jack as US Enters Great Power Competition
- After Carrier Ford's Elevators Failed, the Navy Is Building a New Test Site
- Navy Riverine Squadron Leader Fired Over Loss of Confidence
- Here's What Happened During False Report of Shooter at Norfolk Naval Shipyard
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Navy Special Warfare Command (NSW)
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