US Navy to develop new class of smaller, more ‘agile’ combatant ships
The first hull is expected to hit the water in 2028 as a more nimble companion to the Navy’s larger warships, Navy Secretary John Phelan said.
By J.D. Simkins
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US Navy nixes Constellation frigate program after two ships half-built
Continuing work on the first two ships, plus indemnities agreed with the U.S. government, would be worth $3 billion, sources in Italy said.
By Tom Kington
Former President Obama surprises volunteers at Memorial Day event
Obama joined local veterans groups and scouts in a volunteer event at a Virginia cemetery ahead of Memorial Day.
Plans for bigger defense budget get boost after House authorization bill vote
The $740 billion defense authorization bill draft now awaits compromise work with the Senate, with a goal of final passage later this year.
Guided-missile destroyer Mahan returns to Norfolk after deployment
The Mahan deployed in February with the Dwight D. Eisenhower Carrier Strike Group.
By Diana Stancy
Naval Station Everett selected as homeport for Constellation-class frigates
A total of 12 Constellation-class frigates will be based out of Naval Station Everett in Washington.
By Diana Stancy