Introduction: A Routine Patrol Gone Awry On the morning of August 16, 1942, the U.S. Navy blimp L-8 took off from Treasure Island, San Francisco Bay, for what was expected to be a standard anti-submarine patrol along the California coast. On board were Lt. Ernest DeWitt Cody and Ensign Charles Ellis Adams—both experienced and competent […]
A technical marvel of her time, the USS Constitution gave our young republic its first victories at sea and began a tradition of excellence for the U.S. Navy. Now restored to her original splendor, the Constitution is the oldest commissioned vessel in the US Navy, proudly standing as a living testament to the nation’s maritime […]
Throughout military history, American warships have been at the forefront of naval power. From the early days of wooden ships to the modern era of nuclear-powered giants, the United States Navy has been a dominant force on the world’s oceans. The technological advancements in naval warfare have allowed American warships to become even more formidable, […]