State of the Department of the Navy
Welcome to Navy Live blog coverage of the State of the Department of the Navy update. Secretary of the Navy Richard V. Spencer will provide an update Wednesday, May 2 in the Pentagon press briefing room about the State of the Department of the Navy; Chief of Naval Operations Adm. John Richardson and Commandant of …
Soundings Podcast: CNO Discusses Ownership in Naval Profession
Moderator: Welcome to Soundings, the official podcast of the Chief of Naval Operations. On this podcast we have discussed each of the four core attributes: accountability, initiative, integrity and toughness. Today, we talk with Adm. Richardson about ownership in our Navy. Sir, let’s start by simply asking how you think about ownership as it applies …
Statements by SECNAV Richard V. Spencer and CNO Adm. John Richardson on Las Vegas Mass Shooting
Today, President Donald J. Trump ordered that the U.S. flag be flown at half-staff until sunset on Oct. 6 as a remark of response for the victims of a mass shooting in Las Vegas, Nevada, Oct. 1. At this time there is in excess of 50 deceased and over 200 injured individuals. — LVMPD (@LVMPD) …
USS Illinois Joins U.S. Navy’s Silent Service
Our newest Virginia class submarine, USS Illinois (SSN 786), joined our fleet when it was commissioned Oct. 29 at Naval Submarine Base New London in Groton, Connecticut. Experience the ceremony below that was attended by more than 2,500 people and learn these five things you need to know about the boat. .@CNORichardson: Around the globe, #USNavy …
USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000) Joins the U.S. Navy’s Fleet
Our newest and most technologically advanced warship, USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000) joined the U.S. Navy’s fleet when it was commissioned into active service Oct. 15 in Baltimore, Maryland. “On behalf of the U.S. Naval Surface Force, I proudly accept ownership of the Navy’s newest ship to the fleet.” – Vice Adm. Tom Rowden Commander, Naval Surface …