Deseron13 west pac 1981

**Deseron 13 (Destroyer Squadron 13) - WestPac 1981:** In 1981, Destroyer Squadron 13 (DesRon 13) deployed to the Western Pacific (WestPac) as part of the U.S. Navy's forward presence during the height of the Cold War. The squadron, typically composed of several guided-missile destroyers and frigates, participated in joint exercises with allied navies, including operations in the Philippine Sea and Indian Ocean. DesRon 13 conducted freedom of navigation operations, anti-submarine warfare drills, and port visits to strengthen diplomatic ties in the region. Their deployment underscored the U.S. commitment to regional stability and deterrence amid increasing Soviet naval activity in the Pacific.