How America's Naval Amphibious Forces Conquer the Sea
There's a moment in every amphibious assault when the ramp drops and the only thing between a Marine and the beach is open water, enemy fire, and a few hundred...
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How America's Naval Amphibious Forces Conquer the Sea
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The USS Ross: A Ship of Honor, Duty, and Legacy
The USS Ross (DDG-71), an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer, has served as both a symbol and a protector of American strength on the world’s oceans. Commissioned in 1997, the...
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USS John Finn (DDG-113): A Testament to Courage and Service
The legacy of courage, resilience, and sacrifice is enshrined in the USS John Finn (DDG-113), a guided missile destroyer commissioned in 2017. Named after the brave sailor who became one of...
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How the U.S. Air Force Took Flight
Every September 18th, the U.S. Air Force celebrates its birthday; a date that marks not just the birth of a branch, but the arrival of a new era in military...
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The USS Puffer: A Silent Warrior Beneath the Sea
The USS Puffer (SSN-652), a Sturgeon-class attack submarine, was a vessel whose story echoes through the silent depths of the ocean. Commissioned in 1969, the Puffer was built during a...
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The USS Cooperstown (LCS-23): A Modern Tribute to a Storied Legacy
In 2023, the USS Cooperstown (LCS-23) was commissioned into the United States Navy, becoming part of a new era of naval warfare. Named after the upstate New York town that...
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Remembering the Warriors Who Never Came Home from The Pentagon On 9/11
September 11, 2001, began like any other day in Washington, D.C. The morning sun poured over the Potomac, the steady hum of traffic filled the streets, and the Pentagon, headquarters...
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The USS Somerset (LPD 25): A Vessel of Strength, Resilience, and Honor
In the waters where the vast expanse of the ocean meets the shores of history, the USS Somerset (LPD 25) carried more than just Marines and equipment—she carried the legacy of...
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USS Arlington (LPD-24): A Legacy of Courage and Resilience
The USS Arlington (LPD-24), an amphibious transport dock ship, stands as a symbol of American strength, compassion, and the unwavering resolve of the U.S. Navy. Commissioned in 2013, this San...
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The Unseen Labor That Supports the Armed Forces & First Responders
When people picture the heroes of the armed forces and first responders, they think of soldiers in combat, firefighters running into burning buildings, police officers on patrol, or medics saving...
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The USS Coronado (AGF-11): A Silent Sentinel in a Changing World
Commissioned in 1970, the USS Coronado (AGF-11) was a unique vessel in the U.S. Navy’s fleet, serving as a command ship designed to provide essential support and coordination for naval...
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USS Belleau Wood (LHA-3): A Legacy of Courage and Service
The USS Belleau Wood (LHA-3) was a symbol of American strength and resilience, an amphibious assault ship that served with distinction for more than three decades. Commissioned on September 23,...
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8 Women Who Impacted The Armed Forces & First Responders Forever
Every August 26, Women’s Equality Day reminds us how far we’ve come, and how far there’s still to go. It’s a day to celebrate the women who refused to accept...
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The USS Lenah Sutcliffe Higbee (DDG-123): A New Chapter in Naval History
The USS Lenah Sutcliffe Higbee (DDG-123), commissioned in 2023, represents more than just the cutting-edge technology of the Arleigh Burke-class destroyer. She is a symbol of honor, courage, and a pioneering...
