Marines USS Ticonderoga (CV-14)

The Marines assigned to USS Ticonderoga (CV-14) played a vital role in the ship’s operations throughout her distinguished service. Commissioned in 1944, Ticonderoga was an Essex-class aircraft carrier that saw extensive action in the Pacific Theater during World War II, where Marine detachments provided critical security, manned anti-aircraft guns, and supported flight operations. The ship earned five battle stars for her WWII service and continued to serve in the Korean and Vietnam Wars, where Marine guards maintained shipboard safety and readiness. The Marine detachment aboard Ticonderoga exemplified the close cooperation between the Navy and Marine Corps, contributing to the carrier’s operational effectiveness until her decommissioning in 1973.