Our Navy is a living establishment which has evolved beyond anything the colonialists could have envisioned.
In September 26, 1962, Minister/ Commander in Chief of the navy, Admiral R.E. Martadinata decided that the navy Should have a command and staff college. A committee was formed and Commodore O.B. Sjaaf was appointed chairman of the committee.
During the past decade, the Soviet Navy has expanded its forces significantly.