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USS Virginia (CGN-38)
U.S. Navy
USS Virginia (CGN-38) was a nuclear-powered guided missile cruiser commissioned into the United States Navy on September 11, 1976. As the lead ship of the Virginia-class cruisers, she was equipped with advanced missile systems and served as a key component in carrier battle groups, specializing in air defense and surface warfare. Throughout her career, USS Virginia participated in numerous operations, including deployments to the Mediterranean and North Atlantic, supporting American interests during the Cold War. After nearly two decades of service, she was decommissioned on November 29, 1994, as part of post-Cold War fleet reductions.
USS WILLIAM V. PRATT (DLG-13)
U.S. Navy
USS WILLIAM V. PRATT (DLG-13), a Charles F. Adams-class guided missile destroyer leader, was commissioned into the United States Navy on 4 November 1961. Named after Admiral William Veazie Pratt, the ship served prominently during the Cold War era, conducting operations in the Atlantic, Mediterranean, and Caribbean. PRATT participated in significant exercises with NATO allies and supported U.S. naval operations during the Vietnam War, providing gunfire support and plane guard duties. After decades of service, the ship was decommissioned on 30 September 1991 and subsequently struck from the Naval Vessel Register.
VA195
U.S. Navy
VA196
U.S. Navy
VAW 116
U.S. Navy
VF-174
U.S. Navy
VFP-63
U.S. Navy
VFP-63, or Light Photographic Squadron 63, was a United States Navy reconnaissance squadron established on January 1, 1949, originally designated as VJ-63. The unit specialized in aerial photographic reconnaissance, providing crucial intelligence and surveillance during the Cold War era and throughout the Vietnam War. VFP-63 operated the RF-8 Crusader aircraft and played a key role in gathering imagery intelligence for carrier air wings in the Pacific Fleet. The squadron was disestablished on June 30, 1982, following the retirement of the RF-8 from active service.
VP-45
U.S. Navy
Patrol Squadron 45 (VP-45), known as the “Pelicans,” is a United States Navy maritime patrol squadron established on November 10, 1942. Originally flying the PBY Catalina during World War II, VP-45 conducted anti-submarine warfare, reconnaissance, and maritime patrol missions in the Atlantic and Caribbean theaters. Over the decades, the squadron transitioned to more advanced aircraft, including the P-5 Marlin, P-3 Orion, and currently the P-8A Poseidon, significantly expanding its operational capabilities. VP-45 has participated in numerous conflicts and operations, including the Cold War, Operation Enduring Freedom, and ongoing global maritime security missions. The squadron is based at Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida.
VR-46
U.S. Navy
1:25 4th mar did bas.
U.S. Navy
Certainly! Here’s a short military history for the unit 1st Battalion, 25th Marines, 4th Marine Division, often abbreviated as 1/25 4th MarDiv: The 1st Battalion, 25th Marines (1/25), is a Reserve infantry battalion in the United States Marine Corps and part of the 4th Marine Division. Originally activated during World War II, the unit saw action in the Pacific Theater, participating in major battles such as Saipan, Tinian, and Iwo Jima. Reactivated and reorganized several times since, 1/25 has provided trained units and individual Marines for active duty in conflicts such as Operation Desert Storm, Operation Iraqi Freedom, and Operation Enduring Freedom. The battalion continues to serve as a crucial reserve force, ready to deploy in support of national defense requirements.
ACU5
U.S. Navy
BOOT CAMP ORLANDO FL
U.S. Navy
COMSERVRON 7
U.S. Navy
COMSERVRON 7, or Commander Service Squadron Seven, was a vital logistics unit of the United States Navy, especially active during the Vietnam War era. Its primary mission was to provide underway replenishment, repair, and support services to the U.S. Seventh Fleet and allied naval forces operating in the Western Pacific and Southeast Asia. The squadron coordinated a diverse group of auxiliary ships, including oilers, ammunition ships, and supply vessels, ensuring sustained fleet operations far from home ports. Through its efforts, COMSERVRON 7 played a crucial role in maintaining the operational readiness and endurance of deployed naval forces during periods of conflict and tension in the Pacific theater.
DEFENSE LANGUAGE INSTITUTE
U.S. Navy
HS-11
U.S. Navy
Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron 11 (HS-11), known as the "Dragonslayers," was established in June 1957. Initially based at Naval Air Station Quonset Point, Rhode Island, HS-11 specialized in anti-submarine warfare (ASW) missions, employing helicopters such as the HSS-1 Seabat and later the SH-3 Sea King. The squadron participated in key operations during the Cold War and beyond, including deployments aboard aircraft carriers in the Atlantic and Mediterranean. In 2014, HS-11 was redesignated as Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 11 (HSC-11), transitioning to the MH-60S Seahawk and expanding its mission set to include search and rescue, logistics, and combat support roles.
HS-3
U.S. Navy
Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron THREE (HS-3), known as the "Tridents," was established on June 18, 1952. Operating primarily from Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida, HS-3 played a pivotal role in anti-submarine warfare (ASW) during the Cold War, employing a variety of aircraft including the SH-3 Sea King and later the SH-60F/HH-60H Seahawk helicopters. The squadron participated in numerous deployments aboard aircraft carriers, supporting NATO and U.S. Navy operations across the Atlantic and Mediterranean. In December 2009, HS-3 was redesignated as Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron NINE (HSC-9), transitioning to a broader mission set with the MH-60S Seahawk.
HS-5
U.S. Navy
Helicopter Antisubmarine Squadron FIVE (HS-5), known as the "Nightdippers," was established on January 3, 1956. Based at Naval Air Station Norfolk, Virginia, HS-5 operated a variety of helicopters, including the HSS-1 Seabat and later the SH-60F and HH-60H Seahawks, focusing on anti-submarine warfare (ASW), search and rescue, and fleet support missions. The squadron participated in major operations such as the Cuban Missile Crisis, the Vietnam War, and Operation Enduring Freedom. In 2016, HS-5 was redesignated as Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron FIVE (HSC-5), reflecting its expanded mission set and transition to the MH-60S Seahawk.
HS3
U.S. Navy
MCB40
U.S. Navy
NAVAL TRAINING CENTER
U.S. Navy
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown
U.S. Navy
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown, established in 1918 in Virginia, was originally created to support the U.S. Navy during World War I by providing a safe location for the storage and loading of naval munitions. Over the decades, it expanded its mission, playing a critical role in supplying ammunition and ordnance for the Atlantic Fleet during World War II and subsequent conflicts. The station has continued to evolve, supporting a wide range of Navy and joint-service operations, including logistics, training, and maintenance. Today, it remains a vital component of U.S. naval power, serving as both an ordnance hub and a support installation for numerous tenant commands.
NRD LOS ANGELES
U.S. Navy
NRD NEW YORK
U.S. Navy
NSGA Kamiseya Japan
U.S. Navy
Naval Security Group Activity (NSGA) Kamiseya, Japan, was established in the early 1950s as a key U.S. Navy signals intelligence (SIGINT) facility during the Cold War. Located near Yokosuka, it played a vital role in intercepting and analyzing communications from the Soviet Union, China, and regional actors in the Western Pacific. The unit provided crucial intelligence support to U.S. and allied naval operations, particularly during the Korean and Vietnam Wars. NSGA Kamiseya operated until its closure in 1995, after which its missions were consolidated with other intelligence activities in the region.