U.S. Navy

United States Navy
150px Emblem of the United States Navy
Country	United States
Type	Navy
Role	Naval warfare
Size	336,978 active duty personnel (as of 2023)
Garrison/HQ	The Pentagon, Arlington County, Virginia
Motto(s)	"Non sibi sed patriae" ("Not for self, but for country")
Colors	Blue and Gold
Anniversaries	October 13, 1775
Commanders
Secretary of the Navy	Carlos Del Toro
Chief of Naval Operations	Admiral Michael M. Gilday

The United States Navy (USN) is the naval warfare service branch of the United States Armed Forces and one of the eight uniformed services of the United States. It is the largest and most capable navy in the world, with the highest combined battle fleet tonnage. The U.S. Navy has the world's largest aircraft carrier fleet, with eleven in service, and two new carriers under construction.

History

The United States Navy traces its origins to the Continental Navy, which was established during the American Revolutionary War and was disbanded in 1785. The modern U.S. Navy was founded on October 13, 1775, with the establishment of the Department of the Navy by the Second Continental Congress.

During the 19th century, the U.S. Navy played a crucial role in the American Civil War, enforcing the Union blockade of Confederate ports. In the 20th century, the Navy was a key player in both World War I and World War II, with significant contributions to the Pacific Theater and the Battle of the Atlantic.

Structure

The U.S. Navy is organized into several major commands:

• United States Fleet Forces Command
• United States Pacific Fleet
• United States Naval Forces Europe-Africa
• United States Naval Forces Central Command

The Navy is also divided into various types of forces, including:

• Surface Fleet
• Submarine Force
• Naval Aviation
• Navy SEALs

Roles and Responsibilities

The primary mission of the U.S. Navy is to maintain, train, and equip combat-ready naval forces capable of winning wars, deterring aggression, and maintaining freedom of the seas. The Navy also supports the United States Marine Corps in amphibious operations and provides humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

Technology and Innovation

The U.S. Navy is at the forefront of technological innovation, with ongoing research and development in areas such as:

• Nuclear propulsion
• Stealth technology
• Unmanned systems
• Cyber warfare

Also see

• United States Marine Corps
• United States Coast Guard
• United States Air Force
• United States Army
• Naval warfare
• Aircraft carrier

References

• "The U.S. Navy: A History" by Nathan Miller
• "Sea Power: The History and Geopolitics of the World's Oceans" by Admiral James Stavridis