ULOD 64 (Armed Guard) WW 2

ULOD 64 (Armed Guard) was a United States Navy unit established during World War II, tasked with protecting merchant vessels from enemy threats, particularly German U-boats and aircraft. Composed of Navy Armed Guards, the unit provided gun crews for merchant ships, ensuring their safe passage across dangerous waters in the Atlantic and Pacific. ULOD 64’s sailors operated deck guns and anti-aircraft weapons, playing a crucial role in defending critical supply lines. Their service contributed significantly to the Allied war effort by reducing merchant ship losses and maintaining the flow of vital war materials.