15th Naval District

• The 15th Naval District was established on April 18, 1943 during World War II. • It was responsible for naval operations along the west coast of the United States, from Alaska to the Mexican border. • The district was headquartered in San Francisco, California. • During World War II, the district played a crucial role in protecting the Pacific coast from potential Japanese attacks. • One of the district's key tasks was to patrol the coastline for enemy submarines and surface vessels. • The district also provided training for naval personnel and supported shipbuilding and repair efforts along the west coast. • After World War II, the 15th Naval District continued to serve as a key command center for naval operations in the Pacific Ocean. • In 1973, the district was redesignated as Naval Base San Francisco and later as Naval Station Treasure Island. • Today, the former 15th Naval District headquarters on Treasure Island is used as a conference center and event space. • The legacy of the 15th Naval District lives on in the history of naval operations on the west coast of the United States.