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DENTAL CORPS
U.S. Navy
HT-8
U.S. Navy
Helicopter Training Squadron EIGHT (HT-8), known as the "Eightballers," is a United States Navy squadron established in 1950. Originally based at Naval Air Station Ellyson Field, Pensacola, HT-8 is the Navy’s oldest active helicopter training squadron. The unit provides primary and advanced helicopter flight training for Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and selected international students. Over the decades, HT-8 has transitioned through various rotary-wing aircraft, currently operating the TH-73A Thrasher, and has played a vital role in producing professional naval aviators to support U.S. and allied operations worldwide.
NAS Atlanta
U.S. Navy
Naval Air Station Atlanta (NAS Atlanta) was established in 1959 in Marietta, Georgia, adjacent to Dobbins Air Reserve Base. Originally created to support the training and operations of Naval Reserve aviation units, the base hosted various squadrons, including fighter, patrol, and helicopter units throughout the Cold War and post-Cold War periods. NAS Atlanta played a crucial role in providing readiness training and logistical support to naval aviators and reservists, ensuring operational capability for both peacetime and contingency missions. The station was officially closed in 2009 as part of the Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) process, with its functions transferred to other installations.
Naval Air Facility Washington
U.S. Navy
Naval Air Facility (NAF) Washington, located at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, traces its origins to 1943 when it was established as part of the U.S. Navy’s efforts during World War II. Initially serving as a support base for naval aviation operations in the National Capital Region, NAF Washington has evolved to provide administrative, logistical, and operational support to Navy and Marine Corps aviation units. Over the decades, the facility has played a vital role in supporting both active duty and reserve squadrons, as well as hosting visiting dignitaries and official flights. Today, NAF Washington continues its mission as a key hub for naval aviation in the region, supporting operational readiness and national defense objectives.
NAVCOMMSTA LONDONDERRY
U.S. Navy
NAVFAC BARBADOS
U.S. Navy
PORT OPERATIONS
U.S. Navy
Radio
U.S. Navy
**Radio** units have played a crucial role in military history since the early 20th century. First adopted during World War I, military radio operators revolutionized battlefield communication by enabling real-time coordination and intelligence sharing. By World War II, dedicated radio units became essential for command and control, supporting everything from infantry operations to air and naval missions. In the modern era, these units have evolved into sophisticated communications and electronic warfare teams, ensuring secure and reliable information flow across complex, technologically advanced battlefields.
SBU-12
U.S. Navy
SERE
U.S. Navy
SIMA INGLESIDE
U.S. Navy
USS Barry (DD-933)
U.S. Navy
USS Barry (DD-933) was a Forrest Sherman-class destroyer commissioned by the United States Navy in September 1956. Throughout her service, Barry conducted numerous operations in the Atlantic, Mediterranean, and Caribbean, including crisis response during the 1958 Lebanon crisis and patrols during the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962. She participated in NATO exercises and served as a goodwill ambassador during port visits around the world. Decommissioned in 1982, USS Barry later became a museum ship in Washington, D.C., until her removal in 2015.
USS BENJAMIN STODDERT (DDG-22)
U.S. Navy
USS BENJAMIN STODDERT (DDG-22) was a Charles F. Adams-class guided missile destroyer commissioned in 1964. Named after the first Secretary of the Navy, the ship served primarily in the Pacific Fleet, supporting operations during the Vietnam War with naval gunfire support and plane guard duties. Throughout her career, BENJAMIN STODDERT participated in numerous exercises and deployments, contributing to Cold War naval readiness and regional stability. After nearly three decades of service, she was decommissioned in 1991 and later sunk as a target in 2001.
USS BLUEFISH
U.S. Navy
USS Coronado (AGF-11)
U.S. Navy
The USS Coronado (AGF-11) was originally commissioned as an Austin-class amphibious transport dock (LPD-11) in 1970. In 1980, she was converted to a command ship and re-designated as AGF-11, serving as a flagship for multiple U.S. Navy commands, including U.S. Third Fleet and U.S. Fifth Fleet. Coronado played a significant role in fleet command and control, particularly during operations in the Mediterranean, Persian Gulf, and as part of multinational exercises. The ship was decommissioned in 2006 after more than three decades of distinguished service and later used as a test platform for advanced naval technologies.
USS Durham (LKA-114)
U.S. Navy
USS Durham (LKA-114) was a Charleston-class amphibious cargo ship commissioned by the United States Navy in 1969. Named after the city of Durham, North Carolina, the ship played a significant role in transporting troops, equipment, and supplies during the Vietnam War. Throughout her service, USS Durham participated in numerous exercises and operations, including humanitarian missions and supporting U.S. military interests in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. She was decommissioned in 1994 after 25 years of distinguished service.
USS EDENTON
U.S. Navy
USS HADDO
U.S. Navy
USS MULIPHEN
U.S. Navy
uss nimitz cvn 68
U.S. Navy
USS OXFORD
U.S. Navy
USS SARATOGA CV60
U.S. Navy
VA-65
U.S. Navy
Attack Squadron 65 (VA-65), known as the "Tigers," was a U.S. Navy attack squadron established in 1945. Originally designated as VA-6B, the squadron underwent several redesignations before becoming VA-65 in 1959. Throughout its service, VA-65 operated various aircraft, including the A-6 Intruder, and participated in major conflicts such as the Vietnam War, the 1986 strikes against Libya (Operation El Dorado Canyon), and Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm. The squadron was decommissioned in March 1993 after nearly five decades of distinguished service.
VAQ-129
U.S. Navy
Electronic Attack Squadron 129 (VAQ-129), known as the "Vikings," was established on March 1, 1961, at NAS Whidbey Island, Washington. Initially, the squadron served as a Fleet Replacement Squadron, tasked with training aircrews and maintenance personnel for the A-3 Skywarrior and later the EA-6B Prowler electronic warfare aircraft. Over the decades, VAQ-129 became the Navy’s primary training unit for electronic warfare, transitioning to the advanced EA-18G Growler in 2009. Today, VAQ-129 continues to prepare sailors and aviators for critical electronic attack missions, maintaining a legacy of innovation and excellence in naval aviation.