OCTOBER 28, 2019 - The Navy’s newest littoral combat ship, USS Indianapolis (LCS 17), was commissioned Oct. 26 at Burns Harbor. Burns Harbor is known for producing steel and has a long, rich history of supporting U.S. defense capabilities. “To the citizens of the great state of Indiana who have joined us here today, thank you so much for enduring the weather to show your … [Read more...]
Navy to Commission Littoral Combat Ship Indianapolis
OCTOBER 24, 2019 - The Navy will commission its newest Freedom-variant littoral combat ship, USS Indianapolis (LCS 17), during a 10 a.m. CDT ceremony Saturday, Oct. 26, in Burns Harbor, Indiana. The future USS Indianapolis, designated LCS 17, honors Indiana's state capital and largest city. It will be the fourth ship to bear the name. Lisa W. Hershman will deliver the … [Read more...]
Ten Take-Aways: The Education for Seapower Report
OCTOBER 21, 2019 - In February 2019, the Department of the Navy issued its landmark Education for Seapower (E4S) Report, calling for major reform and improvement of our system of naval education for commissioned and enlisted Sailors and Marines. The Department of the Navy is beginning to implement the report’s recommendations at the direction of the Secretary of the Navy … [Read more...]
CNO Honors Navy’s 244 Years of Service
OCTOBER 12, 2019 - 244 years ago the Navy began its watch to protect freedom of the seas with honor, courage, and commitment. October 13th is the 244th birthday of the United States Navy. As we celebrate across the fleet, we renew our commitment to be ready; remember those who forged our legacy; and honor our families and loved ones who stand beside us. With 290 ships, … [Read more...]
NRL Launches Space Weather Instrument on NASA Satellite
OCTOBER 11, 2019 - A U.S. Naval Research Laboratory (NRL) instrument aboard NASA’s Ionospheric Connection Explorer (ICON) satellite will deliver unprecedented information to help scientists investigate how both terrestrial and solar weather impact the ionosphere, the ionized region of Earth’s upper atmosphere. ICON launched from Cape Canaveral, Florida, Oct. 10. NRL’s MIGHTI … [Read more...]