United States Ship (abbreviated as USS or U.S.S.) is a ship prefix used to identify a commissioned ship of the United States Navy and applies to a ship only while it is in commission.

USS, HMS, SS - what do all these designations mean on a military ship? Here's what USS stands for on Navy ships, and some history behind the naming of them.

Jul 4, 2025 · The “USS” designation is not permanent throughout a ship’s entire lifespan. It applies strictly during the period when a vessel is officially commissioned and actively serving in the …

5 days ago · The Navy announced plans for a new battleship program, though key details including funding, design, and timelines remain unresolved and subject to congressional …

Dec 23, 2025 · “The future Trump-class battleship – the USS Defiant – will be the largest, deadliest and most versatile and best-looking warship anywhere on the world’s oceans,” …

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5 days ago · The 50 year old nuclear-powered aircraft carrier returned to Bremerton, Washington on Dec. 16, 2025 after its final scheduled deployment. USS Nimitz (CVN-68), the oldest …

Dec 23, 2025 · President Donald Trump announced plans to build a new "golden fleet" of naval vessels, starting with two battleships. The first "Trump class" battleship will be named the USS …

Learn about the vessels of the U.S. Navy. Explore submarines, carriers, cruisers, destroyers, amphibious craft, combat ships, and the USS New York.

5 days ago · On December 16, the U.S. Navy aircraft carrier USS Nimitz (CVN-68) pulled into Kitsap Bay, marking the end of her time on the high seas in an offical role.