CINCLANTFLT, Norfolk, Virginia

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About CINCLANTFLT, Norfolk, Virginia

The Commander in Chief, Atlantic Fleet (CINCLANTFLT), headquartered in Norfolk, Virginia, was established in 1906 to oversee United States naval operations in the Atlantic Ocean. Throughout both World Wars, CINCLANTFLT played a pivotal role in securing transatlantic shipping lanes and coordinating anti-submarine warfare. During the Cold War, the command was critical in countering Soviet naval threats and projecting U.S. maritime power across the Atlantic. In 2002, CINCLANTFLT was redesignated as United States Fleet Forces Command, continuing its legacy of operational leadership and readiness.

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Flinton Lee

U.S. Navy

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Rodney Morrissey

U.S. Navy

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U.S. Air Force • 1965

basic training

U.S. Army • 1966

U.S. Army • 1907

U.S. Army • 1905

About CINCLANTFLT, Norfolk, Virginia

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Historical Facts

• Founding and Meaning: CINCLANTFLT stands for "Commander-in-Chief, Atlantic Fleet," a title established in 1906 to oversee all U.S. Navy forces in the Atlantic Ocean. • World War II Headquarters: During World War II, CINCLANTFLT’s headquarters were moved to Norfolk, Virginia, making it the primary hub for Atlantic naval operations against German U-boats. • Patton’s Journey: In 1942, General George S. Patton sailed from Norfolk under CINCLANTFLT's protection to lead Operation Torch, the Allied invasion of North Africa. • Cold War Sentinel: Throughout the Cold War, CINCLANTFLT was responsible for monitoring and countering Soviet naval threats, including submarine activity in the Atlantic. • Operation Desert Storm: In 1991, ships under CINCLANTFLT participated in Operation Desert Storm, projecting American naval power from the Atlantic to the Persian Gulf. • Title Change: In 2002, the title "CINCLANTFLT" was changed to "Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command" (USFFC), reflecting a shift in command structure and mission. • Bermuda Triangle Mystery: CINCLANTFLT oversaw many search efforts for missing ships and planes in the Bermuda Triangle, which lies within its area of responsibility. • First Nuclear-Powered Carrier: The USS Enterprise (CVN-65), the world’s first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, operated under CINCLANTFLT upon commissioning in 1961. • Global Reach: CINCLANTFLT’s command included not only U.S. East Coast bases but also outposts in Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Caribbean, reflecting its global responsibilities. • Historic Ships: Many famous ships, such as the USS Missouri and USS Wisconsin, served under CINCLANTFLT at various times, participating in key events like WWII and the Gulf War.