Possessing what is probably the most powerful and technologically advanced fleet in history, the United States Navy is a daunting force capable of reaching any potential hotspots on the globe within two days. Its force of 327 ships and
submarines
and 4,666 aircraft has deterred many rogue nations from starting any
trouble. Those that have provoked the USN into action have been met with
an overwhelming arsenal containing some of the most technologically
advance equipment in the world. Missile systems such as the AGM-88 HARM
(High-speed Anti-Radiation Missile) and the AGM-65 Maverick guided missile
are capable of taking out enemy radar systems and other tactical targets,
knocking out defenses and clearing the way for the onslaught of bombers
and strike aircraft such as the F-18 Hornet. Enemies at sea are countered
by the firepower of the fleet itself, and its deadly undersea net of
submarines.
Major Combatants
Surface Ships
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