Navy

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

Navy Secretary Ousted Over Handling of SEAL's Trident Dispute

Defense Secretary Mark Esper has also directed that SEAL Eddie Gallagher keep his trident.

Spencer Denies Report that He Threatened to Resign over Trump Interference in Gallagher Review

Spencer delivered the denial from the Halifax International Security Forum in Canada, where he is a keynote speaker.

Report: Navy Secretary Sides with Admiral, Despite Trump Tweet, on Gallagher Review

Portsmouth Breaks Ground on Projects to Increase Shipyard's Workload Capacity

Four of the funded military construction contracts for the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard are now under contact and ready to go.

China Condemns US Navy Sail-By in Disputed Waters

In recent months, the U.S. military has stepped up its freedom of navigation operations in the region.

Navy 'Awaiting Further Guidance' After Trump Tweets about Gallagher's SEAL Trident

The top Navy spokesman said on Thursday that the service follows lawful orders from the president.

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Get Navy Fit

Navy Physical Readiness Test (PRT) Overview

The Navy Physical Readiness Test consists of push-ups, curl-ups (sit-ups), and either running or swimming.

Navy Body Composition Assessment

Navy EOD - Diver Training

Navy Physical Fitness Program

Creating a Circuit Training Routine

Navy Equipment

RQ-2A Pioneer

NU-1B Otter

F-5 Tigershark

Join the Navy

U.S. Naval History and Roles

U.S. Navy's Values and Missions

Navy Jobs At a Glance

Navy Officer Explained

Navy Weight Requirements At a Glance

What To Expect At Navy Boot Camp

Navy Special Pay

Navy Aviation Continuation Pay

Career Enlisted Flyer Incentive Pay

Diving Duty Pay

Nuclear Officer Career Bonus

Navy Sea Pay

Submarine Pay