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The “no collision” incident was typical of World War II submariners, such as those gathered here in 1964: (from left to right) Rear Admiral John A. Tyree Jr., Vice Admiral Vernon L. Lowrance, Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, Rear Admiral Eugene B. Fluckey, Rear Admiral I. J. “Pete” Galantin, and Rear Admiral Eugene P. Wilkinson.

‘A Collision Did Not Occur’: An Early Lesson in Leadership

Admiral Eugene Fluckey was more than a hero. He was a special human being who adhered to one of the most important tenets of leadership: Take care of your people.

Rear Admiral John W. Bitoff, U.S. Navy (Retired)

October 2023

In fall 1970, the Naval Academy held a press conference on the plight of POW/MIA families. Midshipmen Rick Rubel and Joe Glover flank Brigade Commander Mike Hecomovich, with the replica bamboo cage in the background.

Two Midshipmen and a Mission

The midshipmen’s story is included in H. Michael Gelfand’s 2006 book, Sea Change at Annapolis, but their efforts were largely unreported at the time.

Captain Tal Manvel, U.S. Navy (Retired)

October 2023

Russia Is Violating the Montreux Convention with Civilian Ships

Russia is using a “civilian” cargo ship to transport war materials through the Bosporus Strait, violating the spirit of the Montreux Convention.

September 2023

U.S. Marines discuss plans during an annual training period on Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, in March 2023. In recent years, the current officer PME enterprise has been accused of not adequately preparing U.S. military officers for the challenges of the modern operating environment

Preparing the Fleet for the Next Fight: An Assessment of Navy and Marine Corps Command and Staff Courses

Summary of research data on Command and Staff PME programs, both resident and non-resident.

August 2023

Deploy with Dogs

Dogs have been part of the maritime world for centuries.

August 2023

DARE 2023: Talent Management and Force Design for the Navy of the Future

DARE is a unique opportunity for participants to troubleshoot challenging problems over a three-day period and brief findings directly to service chiefs.

July 2023