Bangladesh Navy’s story connects Bengal’s maritime traditions with the Liberation War and the development of an independent naval service. The two gunboats that began its journey in 1971 were the foundation of a service built around the country’s rivers, coastline and maritime interests.
The historical record spans shipbuilding in Bengal, the pre-liberation period and the growth of the fleet and its professional institutions. Explore the branches, ranks and training pages to understand how that history connects with naval service today.
Official resources
History of Bangladesh Navy on navy.mil.bd (new tab)