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Published: November 26, 2007
Though the United States Navy has been around for as long as the country has, it played a relatively minor role for the first hundred years of American history. As the scope of U.S. interests broadened at the turn of the 20th century, the Navy became much more important. It came to play a crucial role in both World War I and World War II.
Though ships have been replaced by airplanes as the primary weapon of the U.S. military, the U.S. Navy still continues to play a crucial role. Today, the U.S. Navy has over 330,000 on active duty, and another 128,000 in reserve. Naval bases are located all throughout the world.
Perhaps the most famous of the ships used by the Navy are the aircraft carriers popularized in "Top Gun." Carriers have kept the navy relevant in the aviation age, and these ships comprise the backbone of the U.S. Navy. At least three carriers are in operation around the world at any given time. Surface warfare ships, such as cruisers and destroyers, also play a large role. While the glory days of submarine warfare are over, the underwater vessels still comprise an important part of the United States naval fleet.
Taking care of its sailors is a priority for the Navy; to that end, Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation, or MWR for short, aims to ease the transition into a foreign environment. MWR handles prepping sailors on what to expect overseas, in everything from shopping to housing. The naval lifestyle often isn't an easy one, and MWR helps to make the experience more manageable. Simple recreation is also the jurisdiction of MWR, and overseas bases are equipped to help sailors relax and enjoy themselves while far away from home.
Recruitment is a top priority for all branches of the U.S. Military at the current time. The Pentagon is considering opening the military to people with minor criminal offenses in their history. Currently, waivers are required in such cases, and waiver requirements for the Navy differ from other branches. Felony offenses would still bar someone from service, though restrictions on prior misdemeanors are likely to be relaxed. The hope is that by expediting the process, it will be easier for the Pentagon to meet its higher recruitment goals. Recruitment centers are located all across the country, and the reserve is always an option if full enlistment is too much of a commitment.
The modern Navy is considerably different than the one of 20 years ago, though its commitment to the most sophisticated technologies and practices remains unchanged. In the near future, the Navy should become even more accessible to people interested in serving the country.
Sources:
"Aircraft Carriers." FAS Military Analysis Network. 11 March 2000. Federation of American Scientists. 9 Nov. 2007. http://fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/ship/cv.htm.
Baldor, Lolita. "Military May Ease Standards for Recruits." Associated Press. 6 Nov. 2007. 9 Nov. 2007. http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5gnIfsfrfGQjc4cS 3DhzbdUzQAzSwD8SOC3NO0.
Hwang, Chris. "Navy MWR Offers Assistance To Those Heading To Asia." United States Navy. 3 Feb. 2006. 9 Nov. 2007. http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=22 172.
Palmer, Michael. "The Navy." Naval Historical Center. 1994. 9 Nov. 2007. http://www.history.navy.mil/history/history1.htm.< br />
"Status of the Navy." United States Navy. 9 Nov. 2007. http://www.navy.mil/navydata/navy_legacy_hr.asp?id =146.
Perhaps the most famous of the ships used by the Navy are the aircraft carriers popularized in "Top Gun." Carriers have kept the navy relevant in the aviation age, and these ships comprise the backbone of the U.S. Navy. At least three carriers are in operation around the world at any given time. Surface warfare ships, such as cruisers and destroyers, also play a large role. While the glory days of submarine warfare are over, the underwater vessels still comprise an important part of the United States naval fleet.
Taking care of its sailors is a priority for the Navy; to that end, Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation, or MWR for short, aims to ease the transition into a foreign environment. MWR handles prepping sailors on what to expect overseas, in everything from shopping to housing. The naval lifestyle often isn't an easy one, and MWR helps to make the experience more manageable. Simple recreation is also the jurisdiction of MWR, and overseas bases are equipped to help sailors relax and enjoy themselves while far away from home.
Recruitment is a top priority for all branches of the U.S. Military at the current time. The Pentagon is considering opening the military to people with minor criminal offenses in their history. Currently, waivers are required in such cases, and waiver requirements for the Navy differ from other branches. Felony offenses would still bar someone from service, though restrictions on prior misdemeanors are likely to be relaxed. The hope is that by expediting the process, it will be easier for the Pentagon to meet its higher recruitment goals. Recruitment centers are located all across the country, and the reserve is always an option if full enlistment is too much of a commitment.
The modern Navy is considerably different than the one of 20 years ago, though its commitment to the most sophisticated technologies and practices remains unchanged. In the near future, the Navy should become even more accessible to people interested in serving the country.
Sources:
"Aircraft Carriers." FAS Military Analysis Network. 11 March 2000. Federation of American Scientists. 9 Nov. 2007. http://fas.org/man/dod-101/sys/ship/cv.htm.
Baldor, Lolita. "Military May Ease Standards for Recruits." Associated Press. 6 Nov. 2007. 9 Nov. 2007. http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5gnIfsfrfGQjc4cS 3DhzbdUzQAzSwD8SOC3NO0.
Hwang, Chris. "Navy MWR Offers Assistance To Those Heading To Asia." United States Navy. 3 Feb. 2006. 9 Nov. 2007. http://www.navy.mil/search/display.asp?story_id=22 172.
Palmer, Michael. "The Navy." Naval Historical Center. 1994. 9 Nov. 2007. http://www.history.navy.mil/history/history1.htm.< br />
"Status of the Navy." United States Navy. 9 Nov. 2007. http://www.navy.mil/navydata/navy_legacy_hr.asp?id =146.
