US Navy News, Navy Pay, Fitness Resources

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 341,000 sailors serving actively in the U.S. Navy today with an additional 59,000 reserve personnel.

Navy News

Find the latest news and information on the U.S. Navy including top stories, technology, policies, leadership, and more.

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Chase Cunningham, a squad leader with 1st Battalion, 8th Marine Regiment, 2d Marine Division, works alongside Haitian national police to escort patients during Continuing Promise 2022 in Jeremie, Haiti.

How a US Sailor Went Missing in Haiti

Navy veteran Patrice Miot Jacquet vanished in December without a trace after witnesses claimed they saw him being detained by...

A Man Is Halted Climbing the US-Mexico Border Wall. Under New Trump Rules, US Troops Sound the Alarm

U.S. troops are sharing command stations and vehicles with civilian immigration authorities at the southern U.S. border under...

A retired naval support vessel in Bohicket Creek, South Carolina, is shown, with a small boat along its starboard side in 2023.

Navy Torpedo Boat Abandoned in South Carolina Waters. Now the Owner Has Been Arrested

These days, the only threat posed by a 120-foot-long Navy torpedo vessel is to the marsh outside of Charleston, S.C., where...

Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea congratulates recruits

Navy Top Enlisted Sailor Announces Early Retirement

Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy James Honea's retirement comes amid shake-ups in other top leadership posts within the...

USS Stockdale leaves Naval Base Coronado

NASCAR Will Hold First Street Race on Active Military Base at Naval Base Coronado in 2026

It will be NASCAR's second street race in the sport's history, following the three-year run in Chicago, and first on an...

Naval Academy Superintendent, First Woman in Post, Replaced Early by Marine General

Lt. Gen. Michael Borgschulte, who currently oversees the Marine Corps' personnel directorate, has been nominated to replace...

Navy Fitness

Looking to challenge yourself and improve both your physical fitness and mental toughness? Reach your fitness goals and pass the Navy physical readiness test (PRT) with military workouts and exercise tips to get Navy fit.

Sailors record their scores on the Navy physical readiness test.

Navy Physical Readiness Test (PRT) Overview

The Navy physical readiness test consists of push-ups, curl-ups (sit-ups), and either running or swimming.

Dynamic stretches are performed before the physical fitness assessment.

Here Are the Guidelines for the Navy Body Composition Assessment

Sailors attending Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal School assist a seaman after an underwater search mission in the Gulf of Mexico.

What You Should Know About Navy EOD/Diver Training

Sailors warm up for new physical readiness test events.

What You Should Know About the Navy Physical Readiness Program

Reservist goes through circuit training.

Here's How to Create a Circuit Training Routine

Navy Ships, Aircraft, Weapons and Technology

The U.S. Navy uses many different types of equipment. Learn about the ships, aircraft, weapons and technology the Navy utilizes to carry out missions and defend the United States.

RQ-2A Pioneer

NU-1B Otter

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Join the Navy

Looking to join one of Americas elite fighting forces? Learn everything you need to know about joining the United States Navy. Find out what you can expect when you join the Navy, information on Navy jobs, and physical fitness standards to get you started with a successful career as a sailor.

US Naval History and Roles

Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class Jason Hatch, assigned to Company 2-6 of Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit 2, participates in a diving casualty drill with a Mexican navy diver during a joint training mission in Veracruz, Mexico. (Courtesy photo)

US Navy's Values and Missions

Navy civilian equivalent occupations installation maintenance repair

Navy Jobs at a Glance

Navy Officer Explained

Fort Carson swimming Navy physical fitness assessment

Navy Weight Requirements at a Glance

Navy Boot Camp Timeline at a Glance

Navy Special Pay

Learn about Navy Special Pay. In addition to a sailor’s basic pay they may receive special pay and incentives pay. Navy Special Pay can vary depending on occupation, specific assignments, and geographic location.