Naval Communications Station, Guam

• World War II Origins: Naval Communications Station (NAVCOMMSTA) Guam was established after American forces recaptured Guam from Japanese forces in 1944, quickly becoming a vital link in Pacific military communications. • Strategic Location: Located in the western Pacific, Guam’s station was placed to serve as a relay point between the United States, Asia, and the Pacific islands, supporting operations across a vast theater. • Cold War Role: During the Cold War, NAVCOMMSTA Guam played a key role in monitoring Soviet naval activity and supporting submarine and surface fleet communications. • Submarine Communications: The station was a primary site for Very Low Frequency (VLF) transmissions, essential for communicating with submerged submarines across the Pacific. • Operation Dominic: In the 1960s, NAVCOMMSTA Guam provided critical communications support for Operation Dominic, a series of nuclear tests conducted by the United States in the Pacific. • Guam Cable Station: The site managed undersea cables, including the Trans-Pacific Cable, which linked the U.S. with Asia and Australia, making it a linchpin in global communications. • Andersen Air Force Base Collaboration: The station worked closely with nearby Andersen Air Force Base, coordinating air and naval operations throughout the region. • Vietnam War Support: NAVCOMMSTA Guam provided essential logistical and communications support during the Vietnam War, facilitating command and control for U.S. forces. • Massive Antenna Fields: The station was famous for its "elephant cage" Wullenweber AN/FRD-10 Circularly Disposed Antenna Array, a huge structure for radio direction-finding and intelligence gathering. • Modern Transformation: In 1997, NAVCOMMSTA Guam was reorganized as the U.S. Naval Computer and Telecommunications Station (NCTS) Guam, reflecting changing technology and the digital age of military communications.