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USS Vella Gulf (CG-72)
U.S. Navy
USS Vella Gulf (CG-72) was a Ticonderoga-class guided missile cruiser commissioned into the United States Navy on 18 September 1993. Named after the Battle of Vella Gulf from World War II, the ship served in a variety of roles, including air defense, anti-submarine warfare, and maritime security operations. Throughout her career, USS Vella Gulf deployed multiple times to the Mediterranean Sea, Persian Gulf, and other regions, supporting missions such as Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom. The cruiser was decommissioned on 4 August 2022, after nearly three decades of distinguished service.
USS VIRGO (AKA-20)
U.S. Navy
USS **Virgo (AKA-20)** was an Andromeda-class attack cargo ship commissioned by the United States Navy in December 1943. She served prominently in the Pacific Theater during World War II, participating in major operations such as the invasions of Saipan, Leyte, and Okinawa, where she delivered troops, equipment, and supplies under combat conditions. After the war, Virgo supported occupation forces in Asia and was decommissioned in 1946, only to be recommissioned for service during the Korean War and later the Vietnam War, providing vital logistical support. The USS Virgo earned multiple battle stars for her distinguished service before being decommissioned for the final time in 1971.
USS W S SIMS
U.S. Navy
USS WALKE DD-723
U.S. Navy
USS Wallace L. Lind (DD-703)
U.S. Navy
USS Wallace L. Lind (DD-703) was an Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer commissioned by the United States Navy in March 1944. She saw extensive service in World War II, participating in the Pacific campaign, including operations off Okinawa and providing anti-aircraft and fire support. In the Korean War, Wallace L. Lind conducted bombardment and screening duties, supporting United Nations forces on the peninsula. The destroyer continued her service through the Cold War era, participating in various exercises and deployments, until she was decommissioned in 1973 and later transferred to the Republic of Korea Navy.
USS WALTON DE361
U.S. Navy
USS Warrington DD843
U.S. Navy
USS WARRIOR
U.S. Navy
USS WATERFORD
U.S. Navy
USS Wexford County
U.S. Navy
USS William R. Rush (DD-714)
U.S. Navy
USS William R. Rush (DD-714) was a Gearing-class destroyer commissioned in 1945, just as World War II was ending. Named after Rear Admiral William R. Rush, the ship served prominently during the Cold War era, participating in operations and exercises with both the Atlantic and Mediterranean fleets. She saw action during the Korean War, providing gunfire support and performing escort duties. The destroyer continued her service through the Vietnam War, before being decommissioned in 1978 and later transferred to the Republic of Korea Navy.
USS WILLIS A. LEE (DL-4)
U.S. Navy
The USS Willis A. Lee (DL-4) was a Mitscher-class destroyer leader commissioned by the United States Navy in 1954. Named after Vice Admiral Willis A. Lee, the ship was designed as a fast, heavily armed vessel capable of leading destroyer squadrons and performing anti-submarine warfare during the early years of the Cold War. Throughout her service, she participated in numerous training exercises, NATO operations, and goodwill visits, helping to demonstrate American naval power and cooperation with allied fleets. The USS Willis A. Lee was decommissioned in 1969, marking the end of her 15 years of active service.
USS YORK COUNTY LST-1175
U.S. Navy
USUHS
U.S. Navy
VA-44
U.S. Navy
Attack Squadron 44 (VA-44), originally established as VF-44 in 1945, was a United States Navy attack squadron. Re-designated as VA-44 in 1950, the unit participated in carrier-based operations, primarily focusing on attack and training missions. Throughout its service, VA-44 operated a variety of aircraft, including the F4U Corsair and later the A-4 Skyhawk. The squadron was also notable for serving as a Fleet Replacement Squadron, training pilots and maintenance personnel until its disestablishment in 1970.
VA127
U.S. Navy
VA44
U.S. Navy
VA95
U.S. Navy
VAP-61
U.S. Navy
VAP-61, known as "The World Recorders," was a U.S. Navy Heavy Photographic Squadron established in 1951. The unit specialized in aerial photographic reconnaissance, providing critical intelligence and mapping support during the Korean War and later in the Vietnam War. VAP-61 flew aircraft such as the AJ-2P Savage and later the RA-3B Skywarrior, conducting high-risk missions over hostile territory. The squadron was decommissioned in 1971, having played a key role in advancing naval photographic reconnaissance capabilities.
VAQ-132
U.S. Navy
VAQ-132, known as the "Scorpions," is a distinguished U.S. Navy electronic attack squadron established in 1955. Originally formed as Patrol Squadron (VP) 911 and later redesignated as Heavy Attack Squadron (VAH-132), the unit transitioned to electronic warfare in 1968, becoming the Navy's first operational EA-6B Prowler squadron. Over its history, VAQ-132 has participated in numerous major operations, including Operation Desert Storm, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Odyssey Dawn. The squadron transitioned to the cutting-edge EA-18G Growler in 2009, continuing its vital mission of electronic attack and suppression of enemy air defenses.
VAW-112
U.S. Navy
Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron 112 (VAW-112), known as the "Golden Hawks," was established on April 20, 1967. The squadron flew the E-2 Hawkeye aircraft, providing airborne early warning and command and control for U.S. Navy carrier strike groups. VAW-112 participated in major operations, including Desert Storm, Southern Watch, Iraqi Freedom, and Enduring Freedom, supporting both combat and humanitarian missions worldwide. After fifty years of distinguished service, VAW-112 was deactivated on May 31, 2017, as part of a Navy force restructuring.
VC1
U.S. Navy
VF-1
U.S. Navy
VF-1, known as the "Wolfpack," was a United States Navy fighter squadron established on October 14, 1972. It was the first fleet squadron to operate the F-14 Tomcat, playing a pioneering role in integrating the iconic aircraft into carrier operations. Throughout its service, VF-1 participated in key deployments during the Cold War, providing air superiority and fleet defense in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. The squadron was disestablished on October 1, 1993, after over two decades of distinguished service.
VF141
U.S. Navy