Naval War College
Seal of the Naval War College | |
| Motto | Viribus mari victoria |
|---|---|
Motto in English | Victory by seapower |
| Type | Federal staff college |
| Established | 1884 |
Parent institution | Naval University System |
| Location | , , U.S. |
| President | Darryl L. Walker |
| Website | www |
U.S. Naval War College | |
Luce Hall | |
| Location | Newport, Rhode Island |
| Coordinates | 41°30′28″N 71°19′46″W / 41.5077°N 71.3295°W |
| Area | 4 acres (1.6 ha) |
| Architect | George C. Mason & Son |
| NRHP reference No. | 66000876 |
| Significant dates | |
| Added to NRHP | October 15, 1966 |
| Designated NHLD | January 29, 1964 |
The Naval War College (NWC or NAVWARCOL) is the staff college and "Home of Thought" for the United States Navy at Naval Station Newport in Newport, Rhode Island. The NWC educates and develops leaders, supports defining the future Navy and associated roles and missions, supports combat readiness, and strengthens global maritime partnerships.
The Naval War College is one of the senior service colleges including the Army War College, the Marine Corps War College, and the USAF Air War College. Additionally, the U.S. Department of Defense operates the National War College.