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USS SUMTER
U.S. Navy
USS WADDELL
U.S. Navy
VFA 125 DET FALLON
U.S. Navy
Commander Naval Forces Vietnam
U.S. Navy
Commander Naval Forces Vietnam (COMNAVFORV) was the United States Navy command responsible for naval operations during the Vietnam War, established in 1966. Its primary mission was to oversee and coordinate riverine, coastal, and logistical naval operations, including the famous "brown-water navy" efforts such as Operation Game Warden and Operation Market Time. COMNAVFORV worked closely with South Vietnamese naval forces to interdict enemy supply lines, patrol the Mekong Delta, and support ground operations. The command played a crucial role in the U.S. military's efforts to control the waterways of Vietnam until its deactivation in 1973 following the drawdown of American forces.
COMUSNAVCENT
U.S. Navy
E div
U.S. Navy
**E Division** is a designation used by several military and law enforcement organizations, most notably by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) for its operations in British Columbia. Established in the late 19th century, E Division has played a crucial role in maintaining law and order throughout the province, responding to events ranging from the settlement of the West to modern-day security challenges. During World War II, E Division supported national defense efforts on the Pacific coast, including counter-espionage and protection of vital infrastructure. Today, it remains one of the largest and most complex RCMP divisions, handling everything from organized crime investigations to disaster response and community policing.
Fleet Training Center Norfolk
U.S. Navy
Fleet Training Center Norfolk, established in the mid-20th century, has been a cornerstone of naval training for the U.S. Atlantic Fleet. Located at Naval Station Norfolk in Virginia, the center has provided specialized instruction and technical training to thousands of sailors, ensuring operational readiness across a wide range of naval disciplines. Over the decades, Fleet Training Center Norfolk has adapted its curriculum to keep pace with evolving naval technologies and warfare tactics. Its graduates have played vital roles in naval operations worldwide, making significant contributions to the United States Navy’s mission readiness and effectiveness.
MCB6
U.S. Navy
NAVSTA
U.S. Navy
NSG
U.S. Navy
US Naval Academy
U.S. Navy
The United States Naval Academy (USNA), established in 1845 in Annapolis, Maryland, serves as the undergraduate college for the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Founded during a period of naval reform, the Academy was created to provide rigorous academic and military training to future naval officers. Throughout its history, USNA graduates have played vital roles in every major American conflict, from the Civil War to modern-day operations. Renowned for its traditions, honor code, and leadership development, the Naval Academy remains a cornerstone in shaping the Navy and Marine Corps’ leadership.
USNS HARKNESS
U.S. Navy
USS BARNSTABLE COUNTY
U.S. Navy
USS CANBERRA
U.S. Navy
USS FULTON AS-11
U.S. Navy
USS Fulton (AS-11) was a Fulton-class submarine tender commissioned by the United States Navy in 1941. Throughout World War II, she provided vital maintenance, repair, and logistical support to submarines operating in the Pacific Theater, including during key campaigns such as those in the Solomons and the Philippines. After the war, USS Fulton continued to serve through the Korean War and into the Cold War era, supporting both conventional and nuclear-powered submarines. Decommissioned in 1991, she was one of the longest-serving submarine tenders in the U.S. Navy, with a distinguished record of service spanning five decades.
USS MISSOURI
U.S. Navy
The USS Missouri (BB-63), an Iowa-class battleship, was commissioned into the United States Navy on June 11, 1944. She played a significant role in World War II, providing fire support during the battles of Iwo Jima and Okinawa, and famously served as the site of Japan’s formal surrender on September 2, 1945, ending the war. The "Mighty Mo" later saw action during the Korean War, delivering naval gunfire in support of UN forces. After being decommissioned and reactivated, she participated in Operation Desert Storm in 1991 before her final decommissioning in 1992.
USS Peleliu (LHA 5)
U.S. Navy
USS Peleliu (LHA 5) was a Tarawa-class amphibious assault ship commissioned into the United States Navy on May 3, 1980. Named after the Battle of Peleliu in World War II, the ship served as a flagship for amphibious ready groups, supporting Marine Corps operations and humanitarian missions worldwide. Notably, USS Peleliu participated in Operation Desert Storm, Operation Enduring Freedom, and disaster relief efforts such as Operation Unified Assistance after the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. After more than 34 years of distinguished service, USS Peleliu was decommissioned on March 31, 2015.
USS PORTSMOUTH
U.S. Navy
USS SAMPLE
U.S. Navy
USS STRIBLING
U.S. Navy
USS WORDEN
U.S. Navy
VC-3
U.S. Navy
VFA-122
U.S. Navy
ASW
U.S. Navy