Commander, Pacific Fleet

Commander, Pacific Fleet (COMPACFLT) is a major command of the United States Navy, responsible for naval operations in the vast Pacific Ocean region. Established in 1907 as the U.S. Pacific Fleet, the command gained prominence during World War II, particularly after the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, leading the U.S. naval campaign across the Pacific against Japan. Throughout the Cold War, COMPACFLT played a vital role in containing Soviet influence in Asia and maintaining maritime security. Today, the Commander, Pacific Fleet oversees the largest fleet command in the U.S. Navy, ensuring readiness and stability across the Indo-Pacific.