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U.S. Navy
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U.S. Navy
BEACH JUMPER UNIT 2
U.S. Navy
BUMED
U.S. Navy
Commander Atlantic fleet
U.S. Navy
The Commander Atlantic Fleet (COMLANTFLT) has historically served as the senior command responsible for overseeing all United States naval operations in the Atlantic Ocean. Established in 1906, the Atlantic Fleet played a crucial role in both World Wars, coordinating convoy protection against German U-boats and projecting American naval power across the Atlantic theater. During the Cold War, the Commander Atlantic Fleet was central to countering Soviet naval forces, safeguarding transatlantic supply lines, and participating in major NATO exercises. In 2002, the Atlantic Fleet was re-designated as the U.S. Fleet Forces Command, continuing its vital mission of ensuring maritime security and operational readiness in the Atlantic region.
COMNAVSURFPAC
U.S. Navy
**COMNAVSURFPAC** (Commander, Naval Surface Force, U.S. Pacific Fleet) was established on 1 March 1975 to serve as the principal command responsible for the readiness, training, and equipping of all surface warfare ships in the U.S. Pacific Fleet. The command traces its heritage to earlier Pacific Fleet surface ship commands during World War II, evolving to consolidate destroyers, cruisers, amphibious, and other surface vessels under a single administrative and operational authority. Headquartered at Naval Base San Diego, COMNAVSURFPAC oversees a diverse fleet, including guided-missile destroyers, cruisers, littoral combat ships, and amphibious assault ships. The command plays a vital role in ensuring U.S. naval superiority and freedom of navigation in the Pacific region, supporting global operations and regional security.
FLEET MARINE FORCE
U.S. Navy
HC6
U.S. Navy
NAS Coranado Island
U.S. Navy
Naval Air Station (NAS) North Island, commonly known as NAS Coronado, is a major naval aviation facility located on the Coronado Peninsula in San Diego, California. Established in 1917, it is regarded as the "Birthplace of Naval Aviation" and has played a pivotal role in training naval aviators and supporting Pacific Fleet operations during both World Wars and the Cold War. Over the decades, NAS North Island has hosted numerous aircraft carriers, squadrons, and specialized units, evolving into a cornerstone of U.S. Navy air operations. Today, the station continues to support advanced aviation training, maintenance, and operational deployments, serving as home to several major commands, including the headquarters of Naval Air Forces Pacific.
NAVAL AIR FACILITY MISAWA
U.S. Navy
Naval Air Facility (NAF) Misawa, located in Misawa, Aomori Prefecture, Japan, was established in 1972 to support U.S. naval aviation operations in the region. Its mission focused on providing logistical, administrative, and operational support to U.S. Navy aviation units deployed to northern Japan, particularly for anti-submarine warfare and intelligence missions during the Cold War. NAF Misawa played a significant role in U.S.-Japan defense cooperation, hosting rotational patrol squadrons and participating in joint exercises. Over the years, the facility has adapted to evolving security challenges in the Asia-Pacific, continuing to serve as a key element in maintaining regional stability and U.S. forward presence.
NAVAL HOSPITAL SAN DIEGO
U.S. Navy
Naval Support Force Antarctica
U.S. Navy
The Naval Support Force Antarctica (NSFA) was a United States Navy unit established in 1955 to provide logistical, operational, and construction support for Operation Deep Freeze, the U.S. mission in Antarctica. Headquartered at McMurdo Station, the NSFA managed sea and air logistics, constructed and maintained research facilities, and supported scientific expeditions across the continent. The unit played a crucial role in maintaining year-round access to Antarctica, enabling critical scientific research during the Cold War and beyond. The NSFA was deactivated in 1998, with its duties transferred to civilian agencies under the National Science Foundation.
Naval Wepons Station Charleston
U.S. Navy
Naval Weapons Station Charleston, located in South Carolina, was established in 1941 to support the U.S. Navy’s ordnance requirements during World War II. Over the decades, the installation expanded its mission to include the storage, maintenance, and shipment of conventional and nuclear munitions for Atlantic Fleet ships and submarines. During the Cold War, the station played a vital role in supporting the Navy’s fleet ballistic missile submarines and became a key hub for logistical and technical operations. In 2010, it was merged with other local military facilities to form Joint Base Charleston, continuing its legacy of supporting U.S. military operations.
NAVFAC ELEUTHERA
U.S. Navy
NCTAMS PAC
U.S. Navy
Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Master Station Pacific (NCTAMS PAC), headquartered in Wahiawa, Hawaii, traces its roots to the early days of naval communications in the Pacific theater during World War II. Originally established to provide radio and telegraph support for U.S. naval operations, the command evolved with advancing technology to become the central hub for secure communications, data transfer, and cyber operations across the Indo-Pacific region. In 1990, the unit officially became NCTAMS PAC, consolidating several communications commands to streamline and strengthen fleet connectivity. Today, NCTAMS PAC remains vital to U.S. national security, ensuring uninterrupted global communications for the Navy, joint forces, and allied partners throughout the Pacific area of responsibility.
NMCB 23
U.S. Navy
NRD MICHIGAN
U.S. Navy
NSGA AZORES
U.S. Navy
NSGA SAN VITO
U.S. Navy
River Division 554 (Brownwater Navy)
U.S. Navy
River Division 554 was a unit of the U.S. Navy’s “Brownwater Navy” that operated in the Mekong Delta during the Vietnam War. Established in 1967, the division was equipped with Patrol Boat, Rivers (PBRs) and tasked with patrolling inland waterways, interdicting enemy supply routes, and supporting ground operations against Viet Cong forces. River Division 554 played a crucial role in Operation Game Warden and frequently engaged in firefights, ambushes, and search-and-destroy missions in challenging riverine environments. The unit’s actions contributed significantly to disrupting enemy logistics and maintaining control over vital waterways throughout the conflict.
SBU-12
U.S. Navy
SEAL TEAM TWO
U.S. Navy
SUBTRAFAC
U.S. Navy
TRIDENT REFIT FACILITY
U.S. Navy