The U.S. Navy Must Build the ‘Golden Fleet’

Report Content
Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer

Synopsis: President Trump’s “Golden Fleet” concept argues the Navy is too small—and too lightly armed—for a Pacific fight that could arrive by 2027. -Beyond the headline-grabbing new battleship idea, the plan envisions a broader mix: a frigate derived from the Coast Guard’s National Security Cutter, large unmanned corvettes carrying long-range weapons, more logistics ships, and […]

The post The U.S. Navy Must Build the ‘Golden Fleet’ appeared first on 19FortyFive.

Content preview only. Full article available at source. View Full Article

Classification
Region
North America
Analytical Domain
Strategic
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Political-Military / Military Operations
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Discussion on the need for the U.S. Navy to build a new fleet
Location
United States
Unit
U.S. Navy
Time
Not specified
Equipment
naval shipssubmarinesaircraft carriers
Summary

The report highlights the necessity for the U.S. Navy to develop a new fleet to maintain naval superiority and address emerging threats.

Key Facts
  • The U.S. Navy is considering building a new fleet.
  • The report emphasizes the strategic importance of naval power.
  • There is a discussion on the types of equipment needed for the new fleet.

Related Entities