About the Navy

Overview

Wouldn’t it be great to sample a day of Navy life? You could sneak into Boot Camp, check out Navy living quarters, step on board an aircraft carrier, sample galley food, and talk to other Sailors in the Navy. Kind of like test-driving a new car before you buy it. Well, here in About the Navy, you can get a taste of those various areas to give you a better idea of what the Navy is all about.

What it’s like: Before the Navy

From your very first visit to a Navy Recruiter to where you will be assigned after going through Recruit Training and skill training, almost anything you would want to know about joining the Navy is contained in this section.

What it’s like: During the Navy

From your first days at Recruit Training (Boot Camp) to the specialized training you’ll receive at “A” school, all the way to your first assignment as a U.S. Navy Sailor is contained in this section.

What it’s like: After the Navy

Whether you miss the quality of life, sense of community, or job satisfaction of the Navy, joining the Navy Reserve or re-enlisting in the Navy is an excellent option.

Ships and Equipment: What does the Navy use?

On this page you will bear witness to some of the most powerful surface combatants ever put to sea. Gone are the aging platforms, obsolete weapons systems and outmoded sensors. They have been replaced with smaller, better-trained crews, hi-grade weapons and computer systems, and space-based radar systems. The U.S. Navy’s Surface Warfare Fleet has never packed so much power in so few platforms.

Navy Life: On Duty and Off Duty

There are so many reasons to explore the Navy. With over 1,000 available careers as a Sailor or Officer, there is a perfect community for everyone. And when the workday is over, you’d be surprised at the many cool activities Sailors participate in.

Videos: Real life. Real Sailors

Don’t just read. Listen and watch. Tune in for our monthly videos and meet an active-duty Officer or Sailor. Explore their day-to-day duties and hear all about their experiences while off duty. It’s a great way to get the true inside story behind life in the Navy. The best part? Each video is archived for viewing at anytime!

Experience the World: Where is the Navy stationed?

Ever wanted to travel "Down Under," to the land of the kangaroo? Australia is the sixth largest country in the world with over 7,000 beaches. It’s just one of the Navy’s popular ports of call. See how you can experience the world at little or no cost.

Personal Development: Courage, Commitment, Teamwork

From the early days of the American Navy in October of 1775, three basic principles or core values have carried on to today, and they are reflected in the oath every Sailor takes. When you speak these words, you will take your place alongside every American Sailor, from the Revolution to today, and become part of a tradition that extends back more than two centuries.