by Salty Dog Old School | May 25, 2026 | Crows Nest
Floating Cities of American Sea Power An American aircraft carrier is among the most technologically advanced warships ever built. Often described as floating cities, carriers project American military power across the globe while supporting thousands of sailors and...
by Salty Dog Old School | May 25, 2026 | Crows Nest
The Backbone of the United States Navy For more than a century, Chief Petty Officers have served as the backbone of the United States Navy. The rank of Chief Petty Officer was officially established on April 1, 1893, creating one of the most respected enlisted...
by Salty Dog Old School | May 20, 2026 | Crows Nest
Honoring America’s Independence—and the Sea Power That Defends It Every year on Independence Day, Americans pause to celebrate the birth of a nation founded on liberty, sacrifice, and the unyielding pursuit of freedom. Fireworks light the sky, flags wave proudly, and...
by Salty Dog Old School | Mar 12, 2026 | Crows Nest
K9 Veterans Day Every branch of the U.S. military relies on highly trained working dogs, and the United States Navy is no exception. These remarkable animals serve alongside sailors and security forces around the world, detecting explosives, protecting bases, and...
by Salty Dog Old School | Mar 7, 2026 | Crows Nest
US Navy Minesweepers The Silent Danger of Naval Mines and the Sailors Who Clear Them. Modern naval warfare isn’t only fought with missiles and aircraft. One of the most dangerous threats at sea is also one of the oldest: naval mines. These hidden weapons can disable...
by Salty Dog Old School | Mar 7, 2026 | US Navy History
Symbol of the Enlisted Sailor Few symbols in naval service are as recognizable as the “Navy Crow,” the perched eagle worn by enlisted sailors across the fleet. The emblem represents professionalism, technical expertise, and the backbone of the fleet — the enlisted...
by Salty Dog Old School | Sep 17, 2025 | Crows Nest
On October 13, 2025, the United States Navy celebrates its 250th birthday—a milestone that marks two and a half centuries of courage, innovation, and dominance at sea. From its humble beginnings in 1775, when the Continental Congress authorized the creation of the...
by Salty Dog Old School | Aug 2, 2025 | Crows Nest
On August 1, 2025, President Donald Trump announced on social media that he ordered two U.S. nuclear ballistic missile submarines (SSBNs) to position in “appropriate regions” near Russia. This decision followed provocative rhetoric from Dmitry Medvedev, deputy...
by Salty Dog Old School | Jul 23, 2025 | Crows Nest
When you wear a Navy Crow design or hold one of our challenge coins in your hand, you’re not just holding a product—you’re holding centuries of American military heritage. Navy Crow isn’t just a business. It’s a living tribute to eight generations of...
by Salty Dog Old School | Jun 6, 2024 | Crows Nest
On June 6, 1944, the Allied forces launched one of the most significant military operations in history: the D-Day invasion. This operation, known as Operation Overlord, marked the beginning of the end for Nazi Germany. While much attention is often given to the...
