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Not only are there black Captains, but there are several flag officers (Admirals) as well.
Base commanders are typically Navy Captains.
Yes there is in fact a female Commodore in the Royal Navy.
Everybody's a hero during peace time; in a war they have to earn that title.
500-1000 yards depending on tonnage and captains maneuvering space required
The captains of U.S. aircraft carriers vary as they are assigned based on the Navy's operational requirements and personnel rotations. Each carrier typically has a commanding officer (captain) who is responsible for the overall operations, safety, and mission success of the ship. These captains are highly experienced naval officers, usually with extensive backgrounds in aviation and ship command. For the most current information on specific captains, one would need to refer to the U.S. Navy's official announcements or reports, as assignments can change frequently.
Only about 2,000 navy seals in the U.S. Navy
During WW2 the US Navy built 126 submarines.
Yes, there were many US Navy medics.
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At the end of August 2007, there were just under 52,000 officers serving in the US Navy.