The modern incarnation and centerpiece of the United States Navy are it's carrier strike groups. These large capital ships are impressive, acting as deterrents to any near-peers such as Russia and China

The flagship of the Italian Navy, the aircraft carrier Cavour commissioned in 2008. She compliments the older Giuseppe Garibaldi, Italy's former flagship, doubling in size and nearly doubling the capability

The São Paulo (foreground) in a joint exercise with US forces in 2004. The Brazilian Navy has long maintained a persense on the high seas, maintaining a modern naval aviation arm for decades. One of the

The last of the gun cruiser's in active service. The Almirante was retired recently from the Peruvian Navy in late 2017. While her main armament was supplemented by Otomat ship to ship missile system,

Entry Control Point (ECP) are everywhere on instillations CONUS and OCONUS. The video above describes what the purpose of the ECP and the basic security design/layout of a modern, post-9/11. Please note

A Taser shock is simply neuromuscular incapacitation (NMI). NMI causes involuntary muscle contractions and momentary loss of control of some muscle groups for those shocked. Typically lasting about 5 seconds

​ The United States Air Force term elephant walk refers to aircraft taxing in proximity. Often associated with Minimum Interval Takeoff, nose to tail formations. This tactic demonstrates teamwork​, the

High Altitude Research Project (HARP) and the equipment developed, derived from the funds, to support high altitude testings is the basis for Saddam's Super Cannon. Gerald Bull was a lead ballistics engineer

French lawmakers have claimed Belguim is interested in the Dassault Rafale fighter. What may surprise some, as Belguim does not operate an aircraft carrier, is they are reported interested in the Naval

Modern Warships Explained: This is a basic overview of modern warship classes and their uses in the fleets in which they belong around the world. From the smallest to the largest, warships all play a role

Full-Length Program Promotional Video (2013) The United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps is a national youth organization that promotes interest and skill in naval disciplines while instilling strong moral

San Diego Naval Station has upgraded it's available bachelor enlisted housing to provide easy commutes and affordable options to enlisted sailors. Pacific Beacon is one such option available to sailors,

Line handling is done both pier side and underway. Pier line handling is done when a ship comes into the port and berths at a pier. Civilian or service members from other ships will be standing by to receive

No matter the size of the ship, it will likely feel cramped, with limited space, especially for enlisted personnel. Each service member is expected to police their own gear, each division is assigned to

All sailors should be proficient at damage control. You should know the basics of the primary equipment held in the repair lockers and along the p-ways. One such piece of equipment is the dewatering pumps,

Every sailor is expected to maintain damage control (DC) qualifications to ensure they can mitigate fire and flooding either in combat or accidents. Simply, every sailor is a firefighter just as every

All warships need a command and control nerve center to fight the ship. The Combat Information Center (CIC) is a sensitive area aboard the ship. Often requiring a security clearance and need in order to

A warship produces trash and waste like every other society on Earth. It's unrealistic for vessels to keep garbage on board and some must be discharged at sea. The United States Navy has dramatically reduced

​Becoming a Chief Petty Officer is a defining moment in any Sailor's career and life. It symbolizes years of work and a track record of success. Simply put it defines the rest of the sailor's career in

Syrian Air Defenses seem to be responsible for the loss of one F-16I Sufa after the F-16 conducted raids on a Syrian Air Force base. Israeli aircraft have been able to operate essentially unscratched​