Submarines at War: From the Turtle to U-boats, Nuclear Submarines, and Unmanned Systems
For centuries, a nation’s maritime might was defined by its surface navy, with the battleship being the epitome of gunship …
Military History
Virginia-Class Submarines: Getting More Capability to the Fleet Faster
As the U.S. Navy embarks on an ambitious effort to grow the size and capability of its fleet, the Virginia-class …
Namesakes: Six USS Delawares in Naval History
The first USS Delaware was launched in July 1776, the month the fledgling United States declared its independence from Great …
Delaware and U.S. Navy History
Today we commission another great Navy vessel bearing the name USS Delaware. This presents a special opportunity to reflect on …
USS Delaware (SSN 791): Ship’s Sponsor, CO, XO, COB, and Crest
Dr. Jill Biden
Second Lady of the United States (2009-2017) Honorary Co-chair, the Biden Foundation
Dr. Jill Biden is a …
Russell Blair Earned Distinguished Service Cross Twice
Merrill’s Marauders were meant to be fast and flexible, a light infantry assault unit that used mules to haul mortars …
USS Iwo Jima Commemorates Namesake Battle
Sailors and Marines aboard amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7) hosted a commemoration ceremony honoring the victory in …
Inventing the Amtrac
There is a quality that appears over and over again in American history. Genius and opportunity combine to create a …
Tuskegee Airmen
One of the great and tragic ironies of World War II was that while America claimed to be a champion …
An Infantryman in the Battle of the Bulge
When Germany surrendered on May 8, 1945, Staff Sgt. Rocco J. “Rocky” Moretto was one of only two men in …