Naval Gazing

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Naval Gazing is a website focused on discussions and analyses related to naval history, technology, and strategy. The site provides in-depth articles and insights into various aspects of naval warfare and maritime affairs.

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Military Analyst

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2026-02-22 • history submarine aviation drones naval warfare

The post explores the evolution of anti-submarine warfare technologies in the 1950s, focusing on the development and challenges of the Drone Anti-Submarine Helicopter (DASH).

2026-02-15 • engineering military history shipbuilding naval warfare historical ships

Admiral Andrei Popov's circular hull ships in 1860s Russia showcased innovative design but ultimately faced performance challenges and historical neglect.

2025-12-14 • navy shipbuilding u.s. government contracting constellation software fremm

The Constellation class frigate program has encountered severe delays and budget issues due to underestimating adaptation challenges and political pressures, leading to a controversial decision to continue construction.

2026-02-25 • book reviews military strategy world war ii naval warfare

A critical analysis of Chapter 4 of 'The Two-Ocean War,' focusing on MacArthur's failures and the Japanese military's effectiveness in the Pacific during WWII.

2026-02-01 • aerospace engineering naval aviation world war ii military innovation aircraft carriers

The post outlines the historical advancements in naval aviation and aircraft carrier operations, focusing on the transition from biplanes to monoplanes and the development of catapults.

2026-01-25 • technology engineering military history aerospace engineering jet fighters

The evolution of jet fighters from the third to fourth generation emphasizes the shift from speed to advanced electronics and multi-role capabilities in aircraft design.

2026-01-11 • decolonization navy military history rhodes beira patrol

The Royal Navy's Beira Patrol was a strategic response to Rhodesia's unilateral independence, aimed at enforcing sanctions and managing oil supply routes amid complex geopolitical challenges.

2025-12-28 • donald trump military strategy battleship naval warfare merchant cruisers

The new 'battleships' proposed by the Trump Administration are misclassified and lack the necessary features and justification for their size and design.

2026-03-08 • deno navy naval warfare iran uss charlotte

The post examines the sinking of the Iranian frigate Dena by a US submarine, exploring its implications for naval warfare and regional security in the context of US-Iran relations.

2026-02-18 • historical research and scholarship military strategy pearl harbor world war ii naval warfare

This chapter critiques the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, emphasizing its improbability and the strategic miscalculations that led to its success, while analyzing Morison's historical narrative.

2026-02-04 • navy naval history and strategy media club world war ii samuel eliot morison

The chapter critiques Morison's portrayal of the interwar US Navy, emphasizing biases and inaccuracies while anticipating improvements in later sections of the book.

2025-12-07 • naval history and strategy battleship naval warfare shikishima mikasa

The post examines the subjective nature of naval ship classification, using the Shikishima class as a case study to illustrate varying interpretations based on perspective.

2026-03-15 • suez canal military operations naval warfare us air power 1950s

The post analyzes the military strategies and challenges faced by British and French forces during the 1956 Suez Crisis, emphasizing air power and logistical difficulties.

2026-03-04 • history world war ii naval warfare u-boats samuel eliot morison

Morison's Chapter 5 explores the Atlantic theater of WWII, emphasizing U-boat battles and the implications of leaked war plans on Hitler's decisions.

2026-01-18 • awards naval history and strategy humor naval mishaps shiphandling

The 2025 William D Brown Memorial Award humorously recognizes the year's biggest naval blunders, with North Korea's destroyer capsizing as a standout incident.

2026-02-11 • military strategy world war ii historical revisionism naval warfare

The chapter critiques Morison's portrayal of naval strategies and figures in the Two-Ocean War, emphasizing the impact of declassified information and inaccuracies in historical accounts.

2026-03-11 • book reviews historical research and scholarship world war ii naval warfare

The post critiques Morison's biased portrayal of Admiral Fletcher in WWII naval history, contrasting it with modern interpretations and emphasizing the importance of codebreaking.

2026-01-04 • foreign policy military history domestic politics and policy legal and political strategy

Domestic politics often drive wars as leaders seek to distract from internal issues, with historical examples illustrating this phenomenon.

2026-03-01 • innovation engineering telegraph submarine cables history of communication

The post chronicles the evolution of submarine cables, emphasizing their historical significance in revolutionizing global communication and military strategy.

2025-12-21 • military history aerospace engineering engines fighter aircraft aviation technology

The evolution of jet fighters showcases five generations of technological advancements, transforming aviation from World War II to modern supersonic capabilities.

2025-11-30 • military engineering aircraft aerodynamics aviation

The blog post introduces the 2026 Naval Gazing meetup and provides a detailed overview of the anatomy of an airplane, focusing on the fuselage, wings, engines, tail surfaces, and landing gear. It explains the basic functions of ea...

2025-11-23 • naval gazing air force daytona aviation meetup

The 2026 Naval Gazing meetup will take place in Dayton, Ohio, from May 14th-17th, featuring the Air Force Museum and opportunities for socializing and dining. Attendees can expect a two-day exploration of military aviation, great ...

2026-02-08 • seattle, washington boeing aviation museum of flight warbirds

The Museum of Flight in Seattle showcases a wide range of aviation exhibits but suffers from a lack of coherence and depth in its presentation.

2026-01-28 • naval history and strategy media club world war ii samuel eliot morison

A book club will explore Samuel Eliot Morison's 'The Two-Ocean War' through weekly discussions, starting with Chapter 1 on February 4th.