The administration of US President Donald Trump is exploring the construction of new battleships, according to statements made by Trump on September 30 during a meeting with Pentagon Chief Pete Hegseth and military officials. “We are considering the possibility of building warships from the Second World War. This is not an old technology. We need to think about warships,” Trump said. He emphasized that while many may view battleships as outdated, his administration is seriously evaluating the return to designs featuring 6-inch (15 cm) steel armor, citing aluminum’s unreliability. The discussion comes amid broader geopolitical tensions, including reports of China’s rapid submarine fleet expansion and concerns over US naval production capacity.
Trump Proposes Reviving WWII-Era Battleships Amid Strategic Shifts
