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6TH FLEET
U.S. Navy
NAVAL HOSPITAL OAKLAND
U.S. Navy
USS Midway (CV-41)
U.S. Navy
USS Midway (CV-41) was an aircraft carrier commissioned by the United States Navy shortly after World War II, entering service in 1945. Serving for nearly 47 years, she played a pivotal role during the Cold War, participating in major operations such as the Vietnam War and Operation Desert Storm. Notably, Midway was the flagship during the Gulf of Tonkin incident and was instrumental in the evacuation of Saigon in 1975. Decommissioned in 1992, USS Midway is now preserved as a museum ship in San Diego, California.
NMCB 7
U.S. Navy
USS LAKE CHAMPLAIN
U.S. Navy
NAS Lemoore
U.S. Navy
Naval Air Station (NAS) Lemoore, located in California’s San Joaquin Valley, was commissioned in 1961 to serve as the U.S. Navy’s premier West Coast master jet base. Designed to support advanced jet operations, it quickly became the primary home for Pacific Fleet strike fighter squadrons. Over the decades, NAS Lemoore has hosted various aircraft, transitioning from the F-4 Phantom II, to the F-14 Tomcat, and currently the F/A-18 Hornet and F-35C Lightning II. The base continues to play a critical role in naval aviation training, operations, and power projection in the Pacific region.
USS DUBUQUE
U.S. Navy
USS Ranger (CV-61)
U.S. Navy
USS Ranger (CV-61) was a Forrestal-class aircraft carrier commissioned by the United States Navy in 1957. Serving primarily in the Pacific Fleet, she participated in significant operations during the Vietnam War, providing air support and combat sorties. Over her long career, Ranger also took part in Operation Desert Storm in 1991, launching airstrikes against Iraqi targets. Decommissioned in 1993, USS Ranger earned numerous awards and distinctions, marking her as a key asset in U.S. naval aviation history.
USS SEATTLE
U.S. Navy
SIMA
U.S. Navy
SUBMARINE SERVICE
U.S. Navy
USS CARL VINSON
U.S. Navy
USS Carl Vinson (CVN-70) is a Nimitz-class nuclear-powered aircraft carrier commissioned into the United States Navy on March 13, 1982. Named after Congressman Carl Vinson, a key supporter of American naval power, the ship has played a significant role in major operations, including Operation Desert Strike, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom. The Vinson made global headlines in May 2011 as the vessel from which Osama bin Laden’s body was buried at sea after his death in a U.S. special operations raid. Throughout its service, the USS Carl Vinson has projected American naval air power worldwide, supporting both combat missions and humanitarian assistance.
navcommsta keflavik iceland
U.S. Navy
Naval Communications Station Keflavik, Iceland (NAVCOMMSTA Keflavik) was established in 1951 as part of NATO’s strategic presence in the North Atlantic during the early Cold War. Its primary mission was to provide critical communications support for U.S. and allied naval and air operations, monitoring Soviet activity and ensuring secure transmission of military messages across the region. The station played a vital role in anti-submarine warfare and air defense coordination, particularly during periods of heightened tension between NATO and the Warsaw Pact. NAVCOMMSTA Keflavik operated until the late 1990s, when advances in technology and the reduced threat environment led to its closure and consolidation of operations.
Machinist Mate
U.S. Navy
The Machinist’s Mate (MM) is a key enlisted rating in the United States Navy, established in 1884 to operate, maintain, and repair shipboard mechanical equipment. Originally, Machinist's Mates were essential for operating steam engines aboard early steel warships, adapting over time as naval propulsion evolved from steam to diesel and nuclear power. During World War II, MMs played a vital role in keeping the Navy’s vast fleet operational across multiple theaters. Today, Machinist’s Mates serve on surface ships, submarines, and at shore facilities, ensuring the functionality of engines, auxiliary systems, and propulsion machinery critical to naval operations.
USS PRAIRIE
U.S. Navy
Naval Station Norfolk
U.S. Navy
Naval Station Norfolk, located in Norfolk, Virginia, was established in 1917 as a key naval base during World War I, originally known as Naval Operating Base Hampton Roads. Throughout World War II, it rapidly expanded to become the largest naval base in the world, serving as a hub for Atlantic Fleet operations and troop deployments. During the Cold War, the station played a vital role in supporting U.S. naval power projection and logistical support for both the Atlantic and Mediterranean theaters. Today, Naval Station Norfolk remains the world's largest naval installation, home to the U.S. Navy’s Atlantic Fleet and serving as a critical center for fleet readiness and operations.
Naval Station Charleston, SC
U.S. Navy
The Naval Station Charleston is a military base located in Charleston, South Carolina. It serves as a homeport for various Navy ships and submarines, as well as providing support for maritime operations. The base also offers training facilities for Navy personnel and hosts various military exercises and operations. Overall, the Naval Station Charleston plays a crucial role in supporting the United States Navy's presence and operations in the Southeast region.
USS BELKNAP
U.S. Navy
ADAK ALASKA
U.S. Navy
USS JUNEAU
U.S. Navy
14th Naval District Pearl Harbor
U.S. Navy
The 14th Naval District was established in 1916, with its headquarters at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, to oversee U.S. Navy operations across the Hawaiian Islands and surrounding Pacific territories. Its strategic location made it central to American naval defense and logistics in the Pacific, particularly during World War II. On December 7, 1941, the 14th Naval District’s jurisdiction included Pearl Harbor, the site of the infamous Japanese attack that drew the United States into the war. Throughout the conflict, the district played a vital role in coordinating repairs, logistics, and defense for the Pacific Fleet, supporting key operations until the war’s end.
Boiler technician
U.S. Navy
The **Boiler Technician** (BT) was a vital enlisted rating in the United States Navy, established in the early 20th century to operate and maintain shipboard steam propulsion systems. Boiler Technicians were responsible for the operation, maintenance, and repair of steam boilers, as well as associated equipment such as pumps, blowers, and fuel systems. During World War II, Korea, Vietnam, and the Cold War, BTs ensured the Navy’s steam-powered vessels remained mission-capable and ready for combat or support operations. The rating was eventually merged into the **Machinist’s Mate** (MM) rating in 1996, reflecting advancements in naval propulsion technology and the decline of steam-powered ships in the modern fleet.
NATTC MILLINGTON
U.S. Navy
USS OKINAWA
U.S. Navy