The Department of the Navy was established by act of Congress, April 30,1798 and now is under the operational command of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Major commands of the U.S. Navy include the Pacific Fleet in the Pacific and Indian Oceans; the Atlantic Fleet in the Atlantic and Mediterranean; Naval Forces, Europe; and the Military Sealift Command, which transports personnel and cargo. Naval officers earn commissions by obtaining a college degree and subsequently attending Officer’ Candidate School; by participating in a Naval Reserve Office Training Corps in college; or by attending the U.S. Naval Academy. By the time of the Spanish-American War the U.S. had developed steam-driven, steel-hulled cruisers and battleships. Today’s Navy is characterized by nuclear powered ships, guided missiles and electronic technology that verges on magic. The enormous aircraft carriers are virtually floating cities with as many as 5,000 personnel on board. The Navy has along and proud history, serving around the world. NAVY!
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Code: Navy 1125
Price: $44.95
Shipping Weight: 4.00 pounds
