Soviet Navy (Russian Navy)

The Soviet Navy, now known as the Russian Navy, was the naval branch of the Soviet Armed Forces from 1918 to 1991. It was designed to project power, defend Soviet interests internationally, and support nuclear deterrence through submarine forces. The navy included surface ships, submarines, and naval aviation, emphasizing missile and nuclear capabilities. After the Soviet Union's collapse, it became the Russian Navy, continuing to modernize and adapt. It plays a key role in regional security, maritime presence, and strategic deterrence, balancing historical capabilities with evolving modern technology.