Us navy news

Here are some recent news stories and updates from the United States Navy:

Recent News

  1. USS Nimitz Carrier Strike Group Returns from Deployment: The USS Nimitz (CVN 68) Carrier Strike Group returned to Naval Air Station North Island, California, after a seven-month deployment to the Indo-Pacific region. (Source: Navy Times)
  2. Navy Awards Contract for New Submarine: The Navy has awarded a contract to General Dynamics Electric Boat to build the first Columbia-class submarine, which is expected to be delivered in the mid-2020s. (Source: Defense News)
  3. USS John S. McCain Returns to Sea: The USS John S. McCain (DDG 56) returned to sea after a 14-month repair period following a collision with an oil tanker in 2017. (Source: Navy Times)
  4. Navy to Deploy New Unmanned Underwater Vehicle: The Navy is set to deploy a new unmanned underwater vehicle (UUV) called the Orca, which is designed to conduct reconnaissance and surveillance missions. (Source: Defense News)
  5. Navy Awards Contract for New Frigate: The Navy has awarded a contract to Fincantieri Marinette Marine to build the first of 20 new frigates, which will be designed to operate in the littoral regions. (Source: Navy Times)

Recent Operations

  1. USS Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group Conducts Operations in Middle East: The USS Carl Vinson (CVN 70) Carrier Strike Group is conducting operations in the Middle East, including strikes against ISIS targets in Iraq and Syria. (Source: Navy Times)
  2. Navy Ships Participate in Exercise with Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force: The USS McCampbell (DDG 85) and the USS Mustin (DDG 89) participated in a joint exercise with the Japanese Maritime Self-Defense Force in the Philippine Sea. (Source: Navy News)
  3. USS Green Bay Conducts Operations in South China Sea: The USS Green Bay (LPD 20) amphibious transport dock ship conducted operations in the South China Sea, including a port visit in Singapore. (Source: Navy Times)

Recent Awards and Recognition

  1. Navy Awards Medal of Honor to Fallen Sailor: The Navy awarded the Medal of Honor to Petty Officer 1st Class Charles H. Bryant, who was killed in action during the Vietnam War. (Source: Navy Times)
  2. Navy Sailor Receives Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal: Petty Officer 2nd Class Michael J. Smith received the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal for his actions during a rescue mission in the Mediterranean Sea. (Source: Navy News)

Recent Photos and Videos

  1. USS Nimitz Carrier Strike Group Returns Home: The USS Nimitz Carrier Strike Group returned to Naval Air Station North Island, California, after a seven-month deployment. (Source: Navy Times)
  2. Navy Unmanned Underwater Vehicle (UUV) in Action: The Navy's new UUV, called the Orca, is designed to conduct reconnaissance and surveillance missions. (Source: Defense News)
  3. USS Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group Conducts Operations in Middle East: The USS Carl Vinson Carrier Strike Group is conducting operations in the Middle East, including strikes against ISIS targets in Iraq and Syria. (Source: Navy Times)