DesRon 6

Destroyer Squadron 6 (DesRon 6) is a distinguished unit of the United States Navy, with its origins tracing back to World War II. Commissioned in 1920, DesRon 6 participated in key operations during World War II, including escort duties and anti-submarine warfare in the Atlantic theater. In the decades following the war, the squadron played significant roles in the Korean War, the Cuban Missile Crisis, and various Cold War missions, adapting to evolving naval technologies and tactics. Today, DesRon 6 continues to serve as a vital component of the Navy’s surface combatant force, supporting fleet operations and maritime security across the globe.