Resolute AFDM-10

• Origin as a Floating Dry Dock: Resolute (AFDM-10) was originally constructed as an AFDM-3-class medium auxiliary floating dry dock for the United States Navy, designed to service and repair naval vessels while afloat. • World War II Service: The dry dock was built during World War II, reflecting the Navy’s urgent need for mobile repair facilities to support wartime operations in remote locations. • Multiple Names: Over its lifetime, the dock has been known by several names: YFD-67, AFDM-10, and eventually Resolute, after being officially named in 1979. • Pacific Deployments: AFDM-10 spent much of its operational life in the Pacific, playing a critical support role for the U.S. 7th Fleet and other naval units. • Vietnam War Service: During the Vietnam War, Resolute provided essential repair and maintenance for ships engaged in combat operations, helping to maintain fleet readiness. • Modernization and Upgrades: Over the decades, Resolute underwent several upgrades and overhauls to improve its capacity and to handle increasingly larger and more complex ships. • Support for Nuclear Submarines: In addition to surface ships, Resolute was modified to service certain classes of nuclear-powered submarines, requiring extensive safety and technical adaptations. • Decommissioning and Reserve: Resolute was decommissioned from active Navy service and placed in reserve, reflecting changes in naval repair strategies and the introduction of newer facilities. • Notable Repairs: Over its career, Resolute assisted in the repair of numerous notable vessels, including destroyers, cruisers, and amphibious assault ships damaged in accidents or combat. • Legacy and Historical Significance: As one of the Navy’s longest-serving floating dry docks, Resolute represents an era of naval engineering ingenuity and played a quiet but vital role in ensuring operational readiness across multiple conflicts.