lftu coranado

• Origins: The Landing Force Training Unit (LFTU) Coronado was established during World War II to train Marines and Navy personnel in amphibious assault operations. • Location: LFTU Coronado is based at Naval Amphibious Base Coronado, California, a key site for amphibious warfare training on the West Coast. • Amphibious Innovations: The unit played a major role in developing and refining amphibious assault tactics, which proved crucial during the Pacific island-hopping campaigns in WWII. • Normandy Preparations: LFTU Coronado helped prepare units for the D-Day Normandy landings by sharing amphibious techniques with Allied forces. • Frogman Training: Early "frogmen" (Underwater Demolition Teams) trained at Coronado, laying the foundation for today’s Navy SEALs. • Joint Operations: LFTU Coronado has long been a hub for joint service training, hosting Marines, Sailors, and occasionally Army and allied personnel for amphibious exercises. • Cold War Era: During the Cold War, LFTU Coronado expanded its curriculum to include nuclear, biological, and chemical warfare defense for amphibious operations. • Vietnam War: Many riverine and coastal operations, such as those in Vietnam, used tactics and skills honed at Coronado’s training facilities. • Modernization: The unit has continually evolved, adding new amphibious vehicles and landing craft, and integrating advanced technology into its training. • Legacy: LFTU Coronado’s tradition of excellence in amphibious warfare training continues today, supporting the readiness of the Navy and Marine Corps team for global missions.