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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7th Fleet Ships Transit Taiwan Strait amid Security, Trade Tensions with China
The Navy sailed two Japan-based ships through the Taiwan Strait on Monday amid ongoing tensions over freedom of navigation.
Submarine Vermont Christened at Connecticut Shipyard
The Navy's newest nuclear-powered attack submarine was christened Saturday at a Connecticut shipyard.
Jill Biden Christens Navy Submarine at Virginia Shipyard
Jill Biden is the sponsor of the new USS Delaware. On Saturday, she broke a ceremonial bottle across the submarine's bow.
Russia Warns Sea of Azov Off-Limits to US, NATO Ship Drills
So far, NATO allies haven't signaled an intention of sending ships into Azov or joining possible Ukrainian exercises there.
Ex-Navy Commander Gets More Than 2 Years in Bribery Case
A federal judge in San Diego on Friday also ordered Troy Amundson, 51, of Ramsey, Minnesota, to pay a $10,000 fine.
Navy SEAL Accused of Stabbing Wounded ISIS Fighter to Death Has a Court Date
Chief Petty Officer Edward Gallagher is accused of killing an ISIS fighter in Mosul after SEALs treated him for his injuries.
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- 7th Fleet Ships Transit Taiwan Strait amid Security, Trade Tensions with China
- Submarine Vermont Christened at Connecticut Shipyard
- Jill Biden Christens Navy Submarine at Virginia Shipyard
- Russia Warns Sea of Azov Off-Limits to US, NATO Ship Drills
- Ex-Navy Commander Gets More Than 2 Years in Bribery Case
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