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Battle of Lake Erie

The Battle of Lake Erie was a pivotal naval victory that enabled American control of the Great Lakes and facilitated the recapture of Detroit.
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The Aircraft Carriers Lost in World War II

Aircraft carriers were crucial in World War II, illustrating their importance and vulnerabilities through significant losses.

The Battle of the Coral Sea Might've Ended Differently Without These Ships

The Battle of the Coral Sea was crucial in shifting naval power during WWII, impacting future battles and strategies.
Though Japan won, the U.S. gained a significant tactical advantage by crippling Japanese forces in this battle.

The Aircraft Carriers That Helped America Fight the Battle of the Philippine Sea

The USS Enterprise was pivotal in the Battle of the Philippine Sea, which ensured Allied air superiority and significantly weakened the Japanese Navy.

This Powerful US Warship Carried Nearly 100 Aircraft During World War II

The U.S. Navy experienced significant growth during WWII, becoming one of the most formidable naval forces globally.

September 11: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

Modern naval warfare hinges on battleships, but the potential of aeroplanes to challenge this dominance raises crucial questions about future combat dynamics.

Every Carrier-Borne Aircraft the US Deployed in WWII

Carrier military aircraft are vital for naval operations, designed for efficiency and combat readiness in diverse environments.

The Aircraft Carriers Lost in World War II

Aircraft carriers were crucial in World War II, illustrating their importance and vulnerabilities through significant losses.

The Battle of the Coral Sea Might've Ended Differently Without These Ships

The Battle of the Coral Sea was crucial in shifting naval power during WWII, impacting future battles and strategies.
Though Japan won, the U.S. gained a significant tactical advantage by crippling Japanese forces in this battle.

The Aircraft Carriers That Helped America Fight the Battle of the Philippine Sea

The USS Enterprise was pivotal in the Battle of the Philippine Sea, which ensured Allied air superiority and significantly weakened the Japanese Navy.

This Powerful US Warship Carried Nearly 100 Aircraft During World War II

The U.S. Navy experienced significant growth during WWII, becoming one of the most formidable naval forces globally.

September 11: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

Modern naval warfare hinges on battleships, but the potential of aeroplanes to challenge this dominance raises crucial questions about future combat dynamics.

Every Carrier-Borne Aircraft the US Deployed in WWII

Carrier military aircraft are vital for naval operations, designed for efficiency and combat readiness in diverse environments.
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#submarines

Why This WWII Vehicle Is Making a Big Comeback

Global military spending has increased significantly, with rising investments in submarines as a strategic focus for many nations.

These NATO Powers Own the Most Military Submarines

Submarines represent a critical evolution in naval warfare, enabling covert operations and significant military impact.

The 4 Different Types of Modern Submarines Today

Submarines come in four basic types: attack, guided missile, ballistic missile, and miniature, each serving unique strategic roles.

The 'Carrier Gambit' Is Dead, and That's Good for China

The Pacific Theater's lessons on submarine warfare are crucial for Taiwan's defense strategy.

Why This WWII Vehicle Is Making a Big Comeback

Global military spending has increased significantly, with rising investments in submarines as a strategic focus for many nations.

These NATO Powers Own the Most Military Submarines

Submarines represent a critical evolution in naval warfare, enabling covert operations and significant military impact.

The 4 Different Types of Modern Submarines Today

Submarines come in four basic types: attack, guided missile, ballistic missile, and miniature, each serving unique strategic roles.

The 'Carrier Gambit' Is Dead, and That's Good for China

The Pacific Theater's lessons on submarine warfare are crucial for Taiwan's defense strategy.
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#china

A Chinese invasion of Taiwan would depend on seizing its ports. That won't be easy.

Seizing a port is critical for a successful Chinese invasion of Taiwan, enabling the rapid offloading of armor and supplies.

Nuclear-powered aircraft carriers would give China's growing navy new reach, and researchers say it's working on the reactor to power one

China is developing a prototype nuclear reactor for a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, signifying a substantial advancement in its naval ambitions.

These Chinese nuclear submarines show it's serious about countering US dominance under the waves

China is advancing its submarine fleet, emphasizing stealth and deterrent capabilities due to past failures in submarine technology.

A Chinese invasion of Taiwan would depend on seizing its ports. That won't be easy.

Seizing a port is critical for a successful Chinese invasion of Taiwan, enabling the rapid offloading of armor and supplies.

Nuclear-powered aircraft carriers would give China's growing navy new reach, and researchers say it's working on the reactor to power one

China is developing a prototype nuclear reactor for a nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, signifying a substantial advancement in its naval ambitions.

These Chinese nuclear submarines show it's serious about countering US dominance under the waves

China is advancing its submarine fleet, emphasizing stealth and deterrent capabilities due to past failures in submarine technology.
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Call for Papers: 4th International Conference on the Military History of the Mediterranean Sea - Medievalists.net

The 4th International Conference on the Military History of the Mediterranean Sea will occur from June 9-11, 2025, in Ioannina, Greece.

China's navy flexed new muscles in the South China Sea with its first dual aircraft carrier drills

China conducted its first dual-carrier drills, showcasing naval strength and combat readiness in the South China Sea.
#military-technology

The Ukraine War Can't End Until Russia Stops Fighting

Ukrainian sea drones are significantly altering naval warfare and undermining Russian maritime power.
Success in utilizing asymmetric warfare highlights Ukraine's innovative military strategies against a larger adversary.

A Dinghy is Among the Fastest Naval Vessels in the World

Modern naval warships require a balance of speed, agility, heavy armor, and advanced weaponry to meet tactical demands.

The Ukraine War Can't End Until Russia Stops Fighting

Ukrainian sea drones are significantly altering naval warfare and undermining Russian maritime power.
Success in utilizing asymmetric warfare highlights Ukraine's innovative military strategies against a larger adversary.

A Dinghy is Among the Fastest Naval Vessels in the World

Modern naval warships require a balance of speed, agility, heavy armor, and advanced weaponry to meet tactical demands.
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90 Advanced Aircraft Can Strike From This US Aircraft Carrier

Aircraft carriers are among the most powerful military assets, operating as mobile airbases that influence military strategies and geopolitical relations.

This Country Relies Heavily on Its Frigate Warships

Frigates are essential to modern naval defense strategies, especially against foreign threats like submarines.
#black-sea-fleet

Ukraine says Russian cruise missile submarines are out in force as its Black Sea surface fleet falls back

The Russian navy has deployed three cruise missile submarines in the Black Sea area, while Ukraine's navy witnessed heightened activity after Russian surface vessels left Crimea.

Russian sailors are practicing flying drones in swings so they can hunt Ukraine's exploding drone boats from warships on the waves

Russia is adopting unconventional training methods to counter Ukrainian naval drone attacks.
Sailors are now being trained on swings to adapt to wave motions while piloting drones.

Wednesday Briefing

Top Russian naval commander fired after Ukraine's attacks
Ukraine using unconventional methods to defeat Russian navy

Ukraine says Russian cruise missile submarines are out in force as its Black Sea surface fleet falls back

The Russian navy has deployed three cruise missile submarines in the Black Sea area, while Ukraine's navy witnessed heightened activity after Russian surface vessels left Crimea.

Russian sailors are practicing flying drones in swings so they can hunt Ukraine's exploding drone boats from warships on the waves

Russia is adopting unconventional training methods to counter Ukrainian naval drone attacks.
Sailors are now being trained on swings to adapt to wave motions while piloting drones.

Wednesday Briefing

Top Russian naval commander fired after Ukraine's attacks
Ukraine using unconventional methods to defeat Russian navy
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With no traditional navy of its own, Ukraine has relied on 3 military innovations to hammer Russia's Black Sea Fleet

Sea Baby drone: 6m long, 49 knots speed, 540 nautical miles range, 850 kg payload. Upgraded for powerful strikes on Russian ships.

On land war is stalemated but at sea, Ukraine is victorious DW 02/17/2024

Ukraine sinks Russian warship Caesar Kunikov off Crimea
Ukraine gradually breaking Russia's naval supremacy in the Black Sea

The U.S. Can Afford a Bigger Military. We Just Can't Build It.

In a simulated war between the U.S. and China over Taiwan, China emerges as the eventual victor despite initial losses.
China's navy can replace lost ships much more quickly than the U.S. can under current conditions.
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