Throughout human history, we have always looked to advance beyond our previous technological limits. It is this constant desire to improve, to change, to add what we already have, that has played such a key role in societal development. One aspect that has constantly driven human progress has been how we travel. How can we overcome barriers of land, air, and sea? For the latter, it was the development of boats. Across a period of…

The Royal Australian Navy has, for many years, focused on development and improvement of its armada of submarines. The submarine is one of the most powerful weapons of the RAN, or indeed any navy unit, and plays a critical role in peacekeeping. However, there have been various classes of Guided Missile Submarines. Today, as the world looks to become more eco-friendly, there has been a clear focus on the development of Diesel-Electric models that are…

As one of the most famous ships in the history of the British Royal Navy, the HMS Endeavour holds a special place in naval history. The research vessel was used by Lt. James Cook as he headed to Australia and New Zealand. As part of the famous First Voyage of Discovery, the HMS Endeavour is regarded as one of the most important ships in the history of Australia. It was, after all, the first European…

The history of ships is a long one, with centuries of challenging work and effort going into their research. From small wooden rafts to the modern metal-made masterworks that we create today, ships have undergone huge transformations. Part of what has allowed us to reach this level of shipbuilding expertise, though, stems from trial and error. Many innovations have been sought, and not every one of them has stuck. Some ships, then, have a famous…

As one of the most important parts of Australian history stems from naval trips, many ships have played a role in making Australia the nation that it is today. There have been a great many moments in Australian history that have led to the multicultural melting pot that makes up this incredible nation today. Part of that history comes from the SS America, or what became known as the Australis. For the purposes of understanding,…

As one of the most interesting countries in the developed world today, Australia holds a very unique culture and history. This is a nation that has gone through exceptional challenges to get to where it is today. The history of Australia is an odd one, and quite different from that of many nations with the kind of culture and power they hold today. However, the early days of Australian development might shock you as you…

While war is never a good thing, many wars in history have been fought with major significance on the rest of the world. And while today many conflicts are more regionalised, they do have the tendency to spill over into other parts of the world. Some battles, though, have a habit of sticking around in history for centuries. One such battle is that Battle of Trafalgar. This famous battle took place on the 21st October…

As one of the most famous ships of all-time, the USS Constitution is a ship that has played a key role in the development of the world that we know today. Known by many affectionately as Old Ironsides, the ship played a key role in the development of the modern United States of America. It was renowned in history for its valour and its effort in helping to make the U.S. Navy the force of…

As one of the most popular film franchises in modern memory, Pirates of the Caribbean has fans from all over the world. From its cheeky-chappie cast to its outstanding plotlines, PotC has a fine viewership and a loyal fanbase. However, part of what makes the movies so awesome is their awesome commitment to using the history (and myths) of ships from the history of the world. However, while it might include references to some of…

While today naval warfare is nowhere near as prevalent as it was in previous centuries, naval units still have a huge part to play. Whether in peacekeeping, in forming blockades, or simply offering support from afar, naval units around the world are still an essential part of warfare. However, each navy in the world has its own reputation built from years of high-quality service and sacrifice. One such navy that gets a hugely positive response…