Union Navy the set of Army ranks. The most visible change was that henceforth some individuals would be designated commodore, rear admiral, vice admiral, and finally admiral, all new formal ranks, and equivalent to, respectively, brigadier general, major general, lieutenant general, and general. A doctrinal shift took place at the same time. Prior to the war, the United States Navy emphasized single-ship operations, but the nature of the conflict soon made use of whole fleets necessary. Already at the Battle of Port Royal (7 November 1861), 77 vessels, including 19 warships, were employed. This was the largest naval expedition that had ever
Uniforms of the Royal Canadian Navy Uniforms of the Royal Canadian Navy The Canadian Forces (CF) introduced the Distinctive Environmental Uniform (DEU) on 1 July 1985. Members of the naval, air, and land forces received uniforms distinctive to their service or "environment". While the term "DEU" refers to the different environmental uniforms, in general usage it refers to what is more properly known as "No 3 (Service) Dress". Sea element personnel were issued a "navy blue" (actually a tone of black according to Canadian Forces Dress Instructions) double-breasted, six-button jacket and trousers, and white peaked cap. For the summer periods, an optional white uniform may be