Some retired vessels from the U.S. Navy go on to serve as artificial reefs, while others are completely scrapped. But some go on to become floating museums.

A “very rare” Navy ship that once hunted mines in the Pacific is being rebuilt in an unlikely place: the Port of Stockton in ...

The massive vessels were decommissioned in favor of smaller, more versatile ships. And experts are skeptical of the plan to ...

From South Haven to the Soo Locks and back to Lake Erie, historic ships are ready to share Great Lakes, naval history.

On April 16, 1914, Daniels issued the infamous Order No. 99, ordering all U.S. Navy ships to officially become dry by July 1, 1914. (U.S. Navy) British, French, German, Spanish and Dutch navies ringed ...

The bow of a US Navy cruiser damaged in a World War II battle in the Pacific has shone new light on one of the most remarkable stories in the service’s history. More than 80 years ago, the crew of the ...

Even being blown overboard could not stop Cassin Young from saving his ship.

Iowa-Class aircraft carriers were meant to be massive, mobile battle stations that could turn the tide of a war. Here's why ...

For travelers with a strong interest in ships and naval history, Portsmouth Historic Dockyard is a must-visit. This is what ...

The U.S. Navy commissioned the 19th and final Independence-class littoral combat ship today. The USS Pierre officially entered service, at a time when the Navy is looking to scrap or repurpose ...

The sinking of "Himara" on January 19, 1947 off Evia resulted in a loss of at least 383 people and has been dubbed as the ...

This fall, the Philadelphia region will become the world’s only destination where visitors can step into history and join a once-in-a-lifetime celebration honoring the 250th birthdays of the U.S. Navy ...