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Beginning in the late 19th century, the U.S. transitioned to a modern steel fleet.

Navypedia organizes the U.S. Navy into distinct historical periods, reflecting the nation's growth into a global superpower. ⛵ The "Old Navy" (1775–1880s)

The American Civil War saw the birth of ironclads and monitors, fundamentally changing ship design. 🏗️ The "New Navy" (1880s–WWII) navypedia usa

By 1943, the US Navy became the largest in the world. Navypedia offers extensive data on iconic classes like the Fletcher -class destroyers and Essex -class aircraft carriers. ⚛️ The Cold War and Modern Era

Large multi-decked vessels like the Independence and Delaware classes. Beginning in the late 19th century, the U

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Displacement, dimensions, speed, and machinery. Navypedia offers extensive data on iconic classes like

Significant expansion of destroyers and torpedo boats.

This period focuses on the shift to and advanced missile systems.

Founded by naval historian Ivan Gogin, Navypedia aims to provide a centralized repository for naval enthusiasts and researchers. It catalogs ships by country and era, often including: