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England is a tiny nation on the island of Great Britain. Yet in spite of its small size and population, it came to rule the world's oceans for nearly two hundred years.

With a last subtle gasp the flags of Austria's last fleet has been furled

You are in love and want to get married. Becoming a Navy wife, however, is unlike entering into a traditional marriage and its difficulties should be fully considered.

Following the War of 1812, the British realized a naval base was essential to supply and defend the upper Great Lakes in case of future hostilities with the U.S.

As she slid down the slipway on February 10, 1906, few realised the role the British battleship Dreadnought was to play in the shaping of the world for the next century.

When the British fleet met the combined French/Spanish fleets off Cape Trafalgar one calm sunny day in 1805, they possessed a definite advantage.

During the Cold War the Cuban Navy grew fat on Russian generosity but today the Navy is weak and a shadow of its former self. What future is there for the Cuban Navy?

Navy Pier in Chicago is a fun stopover for families, featuring 50 acres of shops, restaurants, amusement park rides, a children's museum and children's entertainment.

Navy Pier in Chicago, Illinois features family entertainment and fun. Enjoy summer fireworks, Independence Day, 4th of July, carnival rides and the famous ferris wheel

From 1382 until 1918 this force was one of the largest in the world. Often bloodied but never beaten it disappeared from the oceans with a whimper.

More often than not, when a whale or dolphin beaches itself, scientists look at sonar as a possible cause. Is sonar responsible for substantial cetacean deaths?

The Civil War brought many technological advances, including the railroad and the telegraph. But the most lasting advance came in naval warfare.

Most people think the Royal Navy in World War II tended to concentrate upon efforts to defeat the German U boats. The British had a potent submarine force themselves.

In 1914, fearing an attack on the B.C. coast, Premier Richard McBride takes a chance, and buys two submarines with Provincial funds. They are the RCN's first submarines.

By 1805, the Royal Navy possessed more ships than any other navy. British ships had an edge over their continental rivals in that their hulls were copper plated.

Although the Nautical look wasn't big on the runways, high-street stores have jumped onboard the trend with navy stripes, sailor pants and ship-shape fashion accessories.

Most people think about the Royal Navy in World War II they tend to concentrate upon the British efforts to defeat the U boats rather than the Royal Navy's own force.

United States Navy Captain Isaac Hull skillfully commanded an inexperienced crew to victory in a clash that marked a watershed in American naval history.

Some call her the most haunted ship in Naval history. Activity includes phantom sounds, objects moving and spectral crewmen sighted aboard the USS Hornet.

Despite personal tragedy and losses, Hancock remained dedicated and loyal to the U.S. Navy. Her work for the Navy through two world wars opened doors for women.

Each year six Canadian helicopter pilots take part in a grueling sixty two day process to learn how to fly maritime helicopters. The program is challenging and demanding.

Excursion cruises from Navy Pier offer sightseeing, architecture, fireworks and dinner cruises. Boats on Lake Michigan have excellent views of the Chicago skyline.

Check out the 14th Annual Strictly Sail Chicago Boat Show Jan 29-Feb 1, 2009. Over 100 sailboats, 250 exhibitors and luxury hotels make this boat show a weekend favorite.

Shortly after the invasion of the Solomon Islands on August 7, 1942, Coast Guard LCRD Dwight Dexter established Naval Operating Base (NOB) CACTUS at Lunga Point.

Navy PIer in Chicago, Illinois features Santa Claus, fireworks, Winter WonderFest, holiday lights, entertaiment, carnival rides and more during the Christmas Season.

Navy PIer is located on Lake MIchigan in Chicago. The pier is adorned with lights, decorations and carnival rides fun for the entire family.

The Royal Air Force and the Royal Navy have an infamous mistrust of one another. Will the latest squabble over finance see the end of one of Britain's military services?

For those of you who love Moto X action and seeing all of your favorite riders together, the Navy Moto X World Championships may be just what you've been looking for.

The Navy-Notre Dame rivalry certainly hasn't been the most evenly contested in college football history. But the last two games between the teams have been thrillers.

Peter I's lifelong efforts in creating a first class fleet enabled Russia, in part, to win the Great Northern War and earn him the title, Father of the Russian Navy.

Overshadowed by the Dreadnought battleships, it was Admiral Fisher's Battlecruisers of the Royal Navy that patrolled the oceans in the last days of the British Empire.

Navy Pier is Chicago is a popular gathering spot and entertainment mecca. Special Spring activities include Saint Patrick's Day and Spring Time Fun.

The patriots developed a naval force to go against the best navy in the world to gain an advantage during the American Revolution.

When Hitler launched his invasion of Norway in 1940 only the warships of the Royal Navy stood any chance of stopping him.

As the Second World War came to a close, a pair of German U-boats found themselves being commissioned into service with the Royal Canadian Navy.

Short of everything but ingenuity, the United States Army used a special unit of long range artillery provided by the US Navy in WWI.

Navy recruit graduation is held weekly at Great Lakes, IL. If your travel plans include attending a graduation follow these helpful tips.

US Navy saves historic icon in Silicon Valley after a long debate with community support of this well known tourist attraction in the south bay of San Francisco bay area.

Chicago's Navy Pier plans a fun filled fall for families, with a Haunted House, Carnival of Curiosities, Howl-o-Ween for pets and spectacular fireworks.

Especially for those who have never been, Chicago's historic Navy Pier has it all - rides, museums, unique restaurants and a one-of-a-kind view of the city skyline.

Nowadays, we would refer to Tudor ships as carracks, but in the late 1400's to early 1500's a number of terms were used to describe contemporary ships.

The Weinstein Company and Exodus Film Group have decided on Navy Seals, an aquatic comedy, as their first family-oriented CGI animated movie.

There's plenty to do in Chicago in the summer: Navy Pier, Taste of Chicago, Fireworks, Ravinia with lakefront views, music, food and festivals.

A naval adventurer who saw service from New Orleans to the Yalu River and back over the last half of the 19th Century.

Changes in dive patterns in response to naval exercises may cause the bends in beaked whales. Understanding why these marine mammals react to sonar may reduce losses.

Like many respectable young women in the middle of the nineteenth century, Agnes Weston was involved with good works and teaching in the local Sunday School.

The death of Bartholomew 'Black Bart' Roberts was not the final end of the Golden Age of Piracy, but it was a dramatic grace note.

Of all the personalities of the Golden Age of Piracy, none has had the same impact in popular memory as the notorious Blackbeard.

During the Battle of the Atlantic, Canadian shipyards built at least 124 Corvettes for coast patrol and convoy escort. Called Flower Class, Corvettes were British design

A commissioned Lieutenant in the WAVES, Stratton led Women Reserves in the United States Coast Guard during World War II.