News & Perspectives On Global Defense Industry
13th May 2025
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Two aircraft carriers and five battleships were part of the Bikini Atoll Nuclear Target Fleet. Image of US Navy battleship firing. Image Credit: Creative Commons. "The Royal Navy of the…
There were dozens of battleships throughout the war, so choosing the greatest is difficult, but the Iowa class stands out. Image: Creative Commons. "During WWII, they sent over 60 battleships…
The United States will continue its struggle to preserve its retired battleships, but it will need to see action again. For the best, really. Image: Creative Commons. A defence expert,…
The 16-inch guns of the Iowa class had seen extensive use during their service, with the first angry shots fired from them at Truk Atoll. USS Iowa (BB-61) Fires a…
The USS South Dakota (BB-57) and USS Indiana (BB-58) were demolished and sold. Nonetheless, the USS Massachusetts (BB-59) and USS Alabama (BB-60) were each maintained as museum ships, as their…
Somewhat ironically, despite its terrible battle record, Yamato has become a symbol of Japanese national pride and intrigue. Yamato-class battleship model. Image Credit: Creative Commons. The Yamato and her sister…
The construction time for the four completed battleships in the Iowa class was around two years and eight months. Nonetheless, each battleship would have a crew of around 2,800 men.…
Want the most decorated battleship in U.S. naval history? After WWII, the USS New Jersey retained that title in Korea, Vietnam, and Lebanon. USS New Jersey. Image Credit: US Navy.…
