The HMS Jupiter (F60) is a notable example of the Leander class general-purpose frigates that served the Royal Navy (RN) from the late 1960s until the early 1990s. Launched in the late 1960s, Jupiter was… Read More »HMS Jupiter (F60): The Leander Class Frigate’s Exocet Missile Launch in the 1980s
On October 4, 1937, the USS Saratoga (CV-3) was a striking presence at the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, symbolizing the pinnacle of naval engineering of its time. As one of the lead aircraft carriers of… Read More »USS Saratoga (CV-3) at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard: A Glimpse into Naval Engineering Excellence, October 4, 1937
The Ford on Blocks: A Moment in Shipbuilding History On February 10, 2013, the iconic aircraft carrier Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78) found itself in the midst of a crucial phase of its construction at Newport… Read More »Preparing the Dry Dock: Maintenance Before the Flooding of the Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78)
On May 29, 1983, the HMS Illustrious (R06), an Invincible-class aircraft carrier of the Royal Navy, and the Soviet Kiev-class “aircraft cruiser” Novorossiysk met in a notable Cold War-era naval encounter. These ships represented the… Read More »HMS Illustrious (R06) and Soviet Kiev-class “Aircraft Cruiser” Novorossiysk – May 29, 1983
In 1959, the USS Macon, a heavy cruiser armed with 8-inch guns, became the largest warship ever to transit the Great Lakes. This event marked a significant moment in the opening of the St. Lawrence… Read More »USS Macon: The Largest Warship to Transit the Great Lakes, Overcoming Challenges in the Seaway Passage (1959)
The USS Bataan (LHD 5) is a Wasp-class amphibious assault ship that plays a pivotal role in the United States Navy’s amphibious warfare capabilities. Commissioned on September 20, 1997, the Bataan has been a cornerstone… Read More »USS Bataan (LHD 5): The Amphibious Assault Ship
Fighter jets represent some of the most cutting-edge military aircraft globally. And they’ve come a long way since the days of World War I and World War II. We now have fifth-generation fighters operating in… Read More »The F-22 Raptor: America’s Ultimate Fighter Jet
Aircraft carriers are among the most powerful and strategically significant vessels ever created. Often referred to as floating airbases, these massive warships serve as a mobile platform capable of launching and recovering aircraft, allowing nations… Read More »Aircraft Carriers: The Mighty Floating Airbases Dominating Global Seas
On September 29, 2005, the Indian Navy showcased a stunning display of aerial prowess as a Sea Harrier jet took off from the deck of the legendary aircraft carrier, INS Viraat, during a naval exercise… Read More »Sea Harrier Soars: Thrilling Takeoff from INS Viraat During Goa Naval Exercise (2005)
In March 1920, the world watched as HMS Hood, the pride of the British Royal Navy, undertook its high-speed trials off the Isle of Arran, Scotland. These trials were more than just routine testing—they were… Read More »The Mighty Hood’s High-Speed Trials off the Isle of Arran, March 1920