The Navy's F-35C has larger wings than the Air Force's F-35A and landing gear better suited for the stress of aircraft carrier landings and takeoffs. Despite using the same airframe as the Super ...

Two U.S. Navy PT boat captains awarded the Medal of Honor in World War II were both cases in point: Lt. Cmdr. John Bulkeley received his for evacuating Gen. Douglas MacArthur from the Philippines ...

(Navy History and Heritage Command/National Archives) The motor torpedo boat (MTB), also known as the patrol torpedo (PT) boat, has acquired its own special swashbuckling aura since the American ...

There's a long history of tradition in the United States Navy, which covers everything from uniforms to the naming of ships. Often, naval vessels receive their names based on a theme; modern ...

Science has linked cursing to physical fitness test improvements, which is particularly helpful if you are in the Navy, as the fitness test requires push-ups and a plank pose. Both exercises ...

Roughly two dozen sailors from the Royal Navy’s diving and mine-hunting squadrons were on board, who are experts in searching for, recovering, and destroying underwater enemy munitions.

The evolution of testing and training has also affected the Ranger School and Ranger Assessment and Selection Program, with a new physical fitness assessment implemented with Ranger School class ...