At the Naval War College, we develop strategic and operational leaders, we help the Chief of Naval Operations define the future Navy and its roles and missions, we support combat readiness, and we strengthen maritime security cooperation. For over 100 years, graduates of the Naval War College have gone on to proudly serve our nation in leadership positions throughout all branches of the armed forces and in the defense community. The Naval War College also plays an important role in the international community as our Naval Command College and Naval Staff Colleges have been fostering friendship, knowledge, and cooperation among friendly and allied navies from around the globe.

Our Center for Naval Warfare Studies is the Navy's "think tank," providing the means to help define the future Navy while directly complementing the curriculum of the Naval War College. The Center facilitates developing new warfighting concepts by linking strategic concerns with technological developments.

Our location in Newport, Rhode Island provides us with what we like to call the Newport Advantage. In coordination with the Chief of Naval Operations (CNOs) Strategic Studies Group, the Navy Warfare Development Command (NWDC) and the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC), the Naval War College is part of a powerful team that helps ensure our Navy will continue to meet the challenges of the 21st Century.