USS Boston (CA-69/CAG-1), a Baltimore-class heavy cruiser, was the sixth ship of the United States Navy to be named for the U.S. city of Boston, Massachusetts. Boston was launched 26 August 1942 by Bethlehem Steel Company’s, Fore River Shipyard in Quincy, Massachusetts; sponsored by Mrs. Helen Noonan Tobin, wife of the Mayor of Boston, MauriceContinue reading “USS Boston ((CA-69/CAG-1) 1962”
USS Bon Homme Richard – Korea 1951(CV/CVA-31) was one of 24 Essex-class aircraft carriers completed during or shortly after World War II for the United States Navy. She was the second US Navy ship to bear the name, the first one being named for John Paul Jones’s famous Revolutionary War frigate by the same name.Continue reading “USS Bon Homme Richard – Korea 1951(CV/CVA-31)”
USS North Carolina (BB-55) is the lead ship of the North Carolina class of fast battleships, the first vessel of the type built for the United States Navy. Built under the Washington Treaty system, North Carolina’s design was limited in displacement and armament, though the United States used a clause in the Second London NavalContinue reading “USS NORTH CAROLINA (BB-55) 1942”
Mallory Shelbourne – February 26, 2025 8:16 PM Sailors assigned to the Virginia-class fast-attack submarine USS Minnesota (SSN 783) conduct mooring operations at HMAS Stirling, Western Australia, Australia, Feb. 25, 2025. U.S. Navy Photo A Virginia-class attack boat is in Perth, Australia for a port visit as part of the ongoing AUKUS partnership that’s gearingContinue reading “Virginia-class Attack Boat Makes Port Visit to Perth, Australia”
Stockdale, assigned to the Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group, returned from a seven-month deployment to the 3rd, 5th, and 7th Fleet areas of operations. As an integral part of U.S. Pacific Fleet, Commander, U.S. 3rd Fleet operates naval forces in the Indo-Pacific and provides the realistic and relevant training to ensure the readiness necessary toContinue reading “The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Stockdale (DDG 106) pulls into its homeport of Naval Base San Diego, Feb. 21, 2025.”
USS Pennsylvania (BB-38) was the lead ship of the Pennsylvania class of super-dreadnought battleships built for the United States Navy in the 1910s. The Pennsylvanias were part of the standard-type battleship series, and marked an incremental improvement over the preceding Nevada class, carrying an extra pair of 14-inch (360 mm) guns for a total ofContinue reading “USS Pennsylvania, MARE ISLAND 1942”
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Onlookers watch, as SS United States, a retired American ocean liner, that was built during 1950 and 1951 for United States Lines, is towed out to sea on the Delaware River, on her way to Alabama where she is intended to be sunk to create an artificial reef, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S., February 19, 2025. REUTERS/Matthew Hatcher
The iconic SS United States, holder of the transatlantic speed record, has departed Philadelphia after nearly three decades at berth, embarking on its final journey to become the world’s largest artificial reef.
Following multiple delays and a U.S. Coast Guard review of towing operations, the historic vessel finally left on Wednesday under escort by a fleet of tugs, led by the US-flagged Vinik No. 6. The ship is now en route to Mobile, Alabama, where it will undergo a 12-month environmental remediation process before being intentionally sunk off the coast of Okaloosa County, Florida.
Launched in 1951, the SS United States‘ impressive history includes transporting presidents, celebrities, and immigrants. During the Cold War, it was designed with the capability to convert into a troop carrier, able to transport 14,000 troops over 10,000 miles without refueling.
Okaloosa County Board Chairman Paul Mixon highlighted the environmental and tourism benefits: “This accomplishment confirms our commitment to remain good stewards of the environment, while also enhancing our community’s status as a premier diving and fishing destination.”
The coastal journey is expected to take approximately two weeks, with the route specifically chosen to minimize fuel consumption and avoid challenging ocean currents. While the exact deployment location off Destin-Fort Walton Beach remains undetermined, officials confirm it will be accessible to divers of varying skill levels.
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The commanding officer of the USS Harry S Truman has been relieved of duty following a collision with a merchant vessel earlier this month.
Captain Dave Snowden was removed from command due to a “loss of confidence in his ability to command,” the US Navy stated.
He had been in charge of the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier since December 2023.
The decision follows an incident earlier this month when the Truman collided with the merchant vessel Besiktas-M while operating in the Mediterranean Sea near Port Said, Egypt.
In his place, Captain Christopher Hill, currently the commanding officer of the USS Dwight D Eisenhower will serve as Truman’s interim commanding officer.
Following the collision, USS Harry S Truman arrived at US Naval Support Activity Souda Bay in Greece for emergency repairs.
The damage assessment includes the exterior wall of two storage rooms and a maintenance space.
External damage was also sustained to a line handling space, the fantail, and a platform above one of the storage areas.
Despite the damage, the ship remained fully mission-capable and continued flight operations before entering port.
The Harry S Truman Carrier Strike Group consists of the aircraft carrier, Carrier Air Wing 1 (which includes eight aviation squadrons), and staff from Carrier Strike Group 8 and Destroyer Squadron 28.
Supporting ships include the Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser USS Gettysburg and three Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyers: USS Stout, USS The Sullivans, and USS Jason Dunham.
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