Undersea Deterrence: Pentagon Bases Virginia-Attack Submarine in Guam
USS Minnesota, a next-gen Virginia-class sub, is now in Guam—closer to Beijing than Hawaii—as the US ramps up Pacific power projection.
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Aegis Guam Intercept Helps Form Multi-National Defensive Missile “Shield” Across Pacific
Aegis Guam launches SM-3 IIA missile to intercept a Pacific target, building a multi-nation missile defense ‘shield’ across the region.
Mark 41 Vertical Launching Systems: Fueling Poland’s Naval Renaissance
The Lockheed Martin-Polish Armaments Group pact, supplying MK 41 Vertical Launch Systems for Poland’s frigates, underscores a significant enhancement of Poland’s naval capabilities and defense infrastructure.
Dragon’s Blade: How China’s Type 055 Could Spark a Global Naval Warfare Revolution
The Type 055 Destroyer, often referred to as a “cruiser” due to its size and capabilities, represents a significant leap forward in China’s naval technology.
Complete List: Ticonderoga-class Missile Cruisers To Retire By 2027
Ticonderoga-class warships are guided-missile cruisers built for the US Navy until the mid-1990s and are expected to serve until 2027.
