The U.S. Navy: A Visual Anthology

A key topic that Stratfor has covered throughout its history is the importance of naval dominance. The synopsis of our Tracking U.S. Naval Power section says as much: "Few things confer more global power than control of the seas. And since the end of World War II, the seas have belonged to the United States, which in that time has been free to project its forces virtually anywhere at a moment's notice. It has similarly been impervious to seaborne invasion. So long as the United States controls the world’s waterways, it can shape the global order to its designs." For the United States, Oct. 27 is Navy Day -- an opportunity to commemorate the origins and history of the U.S. Navy and recognize the endeavors of those who have served. In this visual anthology, we take a look at the evolution of U.S. naval power over time. ...