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During World War II, the U.S. Navy faced substantial losses in its submarine fleet, with 52 submarines and over 3,500 submariners lost in the line of duty. These submarines, now on eternal patrol, carried out daring missions that were critical to the Allied war effort, disrupting enemy supply lines, gathering intelligence, and sinking significant tonnage of enemy shipping. Each loss represented a profound sacrifice and demonstrated the bravery and resilience of the submariners who operated in perilous conditions beneath the sea. The legacy of these submarines and their crews serves as a powerful reminder of the cost of war and the heroism displayed by those who served. Their contributions significantly impacted the course of the war, despite the high risks and ultimate sacrifices they faced. T oday, we honor their memory and valor, recognizing the silent service's vital role in achieving victory during World War II. As we reflect on their service, we commit to preserving their stories and ensuring that their sacrifices are never forgotten. Infrastructure Masons Compass Datacenters US Navy Navy League of the United States Build Submarines United States Submarine Veterans Naval Submarine League #WWII #SubmarineService #EternalPatrol #HonorTheFallen

This year we are publishing the lectures on every PLA Navy ship class from the small corvettes to the Fujian flat top. Very excited for this series. But, Chinese naval history is crucial in understanding how far China has come since the Cold War. The next Sub Brief ship lecture will focus on the the Type053K and Type053H modernization to the Type053G and Type053H. During this period, China demonstrated a critical ability to recognize deficiencies and address them through modernization.

Today we have another post in our #80thanniversaryseries, recognizing the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Leyte Gulf! On this day in history, 23 October 1944, the Battle of Leyte Gulf begins. This was a series of sea battles that lasted three days as Allied forces fought to reclaim the Philippines. The naval conflicts were relatively short-lived, but the fighting on the Philippine islands lasted for months. The hope for the naval battle was to support the land-based fighting as well as to cut Japan off from its access to raw materials for war production. The fighting was fierce, and for the first time, U.S. Navy ships were struck by kamikaze attacks—suicide bombers that drove their planes into American vessels to inflict maximum damage. After days of fighting, the Allies eventually emerged victorious, reducing the Imperial Japanese Navy to the point where it could no longer pose a serious offensive threat for the rest of the war. The destruction of the Japanese Navy and the eventual recapture of the Philippines were vital steps towards ensuring Allied victory in the Pacific War. Sources: National Museum of the U.S. Navy Naval History and Heritage Command U.S. Department of Defense Image: Japanese cruiser bombed by American planes during the Battle of Leyte Gulf. National Archives photo from the Naval History and Heritage Command #usn #leytegulf #ijn #navy #wwiihistory #pacificwar #battleoffsamar #battleofsurigaostrait #navalbattle #leyte #philippines #macarthur #nimitz

As Mick‘s analysis and statements belong to my daily readings, I am looking forward to get my hands on this book. #softwaredefineddefense

https://lnkd.in/gzQy2tAA Russia's Yasen-Class Submarines Make U.S. Navy Admirals Sweat Russia's Yasen-Class Submarines Make U.S. Navy Admirals Sweat. The Yasen-class nuclear-powered cruise missile submarines, also known as Project 885, represent a significant advancement in Russian naval technology and pose a substantial threat to the US Navy and NATO forces. Designed by the Malakhit Marine Engineering Bureau and built by Sevmash,

If you care about peace and #security in the #Indo-Pacific at all, I recommend that you check out this sobering report on developments at China's #Hainan Island naval bases and at #Ream Naval base in #Cambodia. #maritimesecurity #China #southchinasea #Taiwan #geopolitics Pacific Forum

Have you ever wondered how many ships and aircraft it takes to find a submarine? Well, this video is a good example! For those helo and fixed wings who looked for us, what do you think? 😀 For those who served in #submarines, this is why you watch your speed and depth! US Navy Build Submarines Naval Submarine League United States Submarine Veterans #veteransupport #veteranshelpingveterans #veterans

Check out this new #BoozAllen article in the U.S. Naval Institute Proceedings Magazine

From Dean Karayanis: Communist China's rise as a naval power is occurring as America's naval power is waning, with China's naval expansion reaching a scale not seen since the Axis Powers in the 1930s.

Check out this new #BoozAllen article in the U.S. Naval Institute Proceedings Magazine