dog

Deploy with Dogs

Dogs have been part of the maritime world for centuries.

August 2023
A “Lightning carrier”—an America-class amphibious assault ship

The Lightning Carrier Isn’t Either

The time has not yet come for the Americas to be considered a reliable, survivable strike platform in most of the seas of the world.

Captain Talbot Manvel, U.S. Navy (Retired)
July 2023
Special Book Reviews Hero J23

Books on Resilience and Reconciliation

Retired U.S. Coast Guard Admiral Thad Allen remembers his time served during the Vietnam War, and two recent books that reflect on that era.

Admiral Thad Allen, U.S. Coast Guard (Retired)
June 2023
Thresher

Was the Thresher Ready for Sea?

Since 2017, a volunteer research team has been studying the Thresher incident, but little information was available until recently.

April 2023
sailors

Acey Deucey Can Teach Military Strategy

Acey Deucey is a variant of backgammon that has been played in the Sea Services since the early 1900s. It is a competitive game that combines luck and strategy.

Captain Robert C. Rubel, U.S. Navy (Retired)
March 2023