Fighting forces on the sea

Presents a short history of frigates, and describes frigate specifications, their use during and after World War Two, guided missile frigates, and the future of frigates.

Presents a short history of the destroyer, and describes specifications, their use during and after World War Two, guided missile destroyers, and the future of destroyers.

Presents a short history of cruisers, and describes specifications, their use during and after World War Two, guided missile cruisers, and the future of cruisers.

Presents a short study of the history of Coast Guard Cutters, and describes their specifications, rescue work during and after World War Two, and the jobs they do to protect the nation.

Describes the characteristics and capabilities of aircraft carriers, their early history, and their importance during and after World War II; discusses their future; and presents specifications for the "Nimitz," "Enterprise," "John F. Kennedy," and "Kitty Hawk" classes.

Presents a short history of submarines, and describes submarine specifications, submarines of World War Two, nuclear power submarines, and much more.

Presents a short history of the U.S. battleship, and describes battleship specifications, the loss of several vessels at Pearl Harbor including the USS Arizona, the decommissioning of battleships following World War Two, and more.

Explains what amphibious assault ships are, describes what they look like, discusses their use during and after World War II, and explores their future. Also includes specifications for the Navy's "Wasp" and "Tarawa" ship classes.