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NSGA SAN VITO
U.S. Navy
NTC Orlando
U.S. Navy
NTC Orlando, or Naval Training Center Orlando, was established in 1968 in Orlando, Florida, as a key training facility for the United States Navy. The base served primarily as a Recruit Training Command, where thousands of Navy recruits underwent basic training, as well as advanced technical instruction in various naval specialties. At its peak, NTC Orlando played a crucial role in preparing sailors for service during the Vietnam War and the Cold War. The installation was closed in 1995 as part of a Base Realignment and Closure (BRAC) initiative, with its functions transferred to other naval training centers.
Puget Sound Naval Shipyard
U.S. Navy
The Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, located in Bremerton, Washington, was established in 1891 as a naval station and began shipbuilding in 1896. During World War I and World War II, the shipyard played a crucial role in constructing, repairing, and modernizing U.S. Navy vessels, including battleships, aircraft carriers, and destroyers. The shipyard was instrumental in repairing many Pacific Fleet ships damaged in the attack on Pearl Harbor and subsequent battles. Today, Puget Sound Naval Shipyard remains a major center for the maintenance, modernization, and decommissioning of Navy ships and submarines, supporting the fleet's operational readiness.
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.
SEAL TEAM TWO
U.S. Navy
Service School Command, Great Lakes, IL
U.S. Navy
Service School Command, located at Great Lakes, Illinois, has played a pivotal role in the training and professional development of United States Navy personnel. Established in the early 20th century as part of Naval Station Great Lakes, the command became the Navy’s primary technical training hub following World War II, offering specialized instruction in various naval ratings and technical disciplines. Throughout the Cold War and into the modern era, Service School Command adapted its curriculum to meet evolving technological and operational needs, ensuring sailors are well-prepared for fleet assignments. Today, it remains a cornerstone of Navy training, maintaining its legacy of excellence in preparing enlisted personnel for service at sea and ashore.
SUBTRAFAC
U.S. Navy
UNSURE
U.S. Navy
USS ALBUQUERQUE
U.S. Navy
USS BIRMINGHAM
U.S. Navy
USS Caloosahatchee (AO-98)
U.S. Navy
USS Caloosahatchee (AO-98) was a Cimarron-class fleet oiler commissioned by the United States Navy in 1945. Serving primarily in the Atlantic Fleet, she provided vital underway replenishment services, supplying fuel and other logistics to U.S. and NATO warships during the Cold War. Caloosahatchee participated in numerous exercises and operations, including supporting the U.S. Sixth Fleet in the Mediterranean and deployments during tensions such as the Cuban Missile Crisis. After decades of distinguished service, she was decommissioned in 1990 and later scrapped.
USS CONNOLE
U.S. Navy
USS Constellation CVA-64
U.S. Navy
USS Halsey (CG-23)
U.S. Navy
USS Halsey (CG-23) was a Leahy-class guided missile cruiser commissioned into the United States Navy in July 1963. Named in honor of Fleet Admiral William F. Halsey Jr., the ship served primarily in the Pacific Fleet, participating in numerous operations during the Vietnam War and later Cold War exercises. Halsey was involved in air defense, anti-submarine warfare, and carrier escort missions, reflecting her advanced missile capabilities for the era. After nearly three decades of service, USS Halsey was decommissioned in January 1994 and subsequently scrapped.
USS HARWOOD
U.S. Navy
USS Lawrence (DDG-4)
U.S. Navy
USS Lawrence (DDG-4) was a Charles F. Adams-class guided missile destroyer commissioned by the United States Navy in January 1962. Named after Captain James Lawrence, a hero of the War of 1812, the ship served prominently during the Cold War, conducting operations in the Atlantic, Mediterranean, and Caribbean. USS Lawrence participated in significant events such as the Cuban Missile Crisis quarantine and multiple Mediterranean deployments with the Sixth Fleet. After more than two decades of service, the destroyer was decommissioned in March 1990 and subsequently scrapped.
USS MASON
U.S. Navy
USS Mobile (LKA-115)
U.S. Navy
USS Mobile (LKA-115) was a Charleston-class amphibious cargo ship commissioned by the United States Navy in 1969. Designed to transport and land troops, equipment, and supplies in support of amphibious operations, she served extensively during the Vietnam War, providing logistical support and participating in major operations. Following Vietnam, USS Mobile continued to support U.S. military operations, including deployments to the Western Pacific and Indian Ocean. The ship remained active until her decommissioning in 1994, earning multiple commendations for her service before being scrapped.
USS MOUNT MCKINLEY
U.S. Navy
USS Nitro (AE-23)
U.S. Navy
USS Nitro (AE-23) was an ammunition ship commissioned by the United States Navy on May 1, 1959. As the lead ship of her class, Nitro played a crucial role in replenishing fleet units with munitions and explosives at sea, supporting naval operations during the Cold War, Vietnam War, and Middle East crises. Homeported on the East Coast, she participated in numerous Mediterranean deployments with the U.S. Sixth Fleet and provided logistical support during various combat and training exercises. USS Nitro was decommissioned in 1995 after nearly four decades of dedicated service and was later scrapped.
USS ROBERT E PEARY
U.S. Navy
USS Shasta (AE-33)
U.S. Navy
USS Shasta (AE-33) was a Kilauea-class ammunition ship commissioned by the United States Navy in 1972. Designed to carry and deliver ammunition and explosives to fleet units at sea, Shasta played a vital logistical role in supporting naval operations during the later years of the Cold War. The ship participated in numerous deployments, including operations in the Mediterranean and Indian Oceans, ensuring fleet readiness and sustained combat capability. After over two decades of service, USS Shasta was decommissioned in 1997 and later transferred to the Military Sealift Command, continuing her mission as USNS Shasta (T-AE-33).
USS South Carolina (CGN-37)
U.S. Navy
USS South Carolina (CGN-37) was a California-class nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser commissioned into the United States Navy in January 1975. Designed for anti-air, anti-surface, and anti-submarine warfare, she served as a multi-role escort for aircraft carrier battle groups during the Cold War. South Carolina participated in numerous deployments, including operations in the Mediterranean, North Atlantic, and the Persian Gulf, supporting U.S. interests and NATO allies. After over two decades of service, the cruiser was decommissioned in July 1999 and later scrapped as part of the Navy's reduction of its nuclear cruiser fleet.
USS STURGEON
U.S. Navy