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USS Georgia (SSGN-729) is an Ohio-class submarine commissioned by the United States Navy in 1984. Originally constructed as a ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), she played a strategic role in the nation's nuclear deterrence during the Cold War. In 2004, USS Georgia underwent a major conversion to become a guided missile submarine (SSGN), enhancing her capabilities to launch Tomahawk cruise missiles and support special operations. Since her conversion, she has participated in numerous exercises and operations, demonstrating flexibility in both strike and clandestine missions worldwide.

USS Gonzalez (DDG 66) is an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer commissioned into the United States Navy on October 12, 1996. Named in honor of Sergeant Alfredo Cantu Gonzalez, a Medal of Honor recipient from the Vietnam War, the ship has participated in numerous operations, including maritime security, anti-piracy missions, and multinational exercises. Notably, USS Gonzalez played a key role in the rescue of the crew of the merchant vessel Safina al-Birsarat from Somali pirates in 2006. Over its service, the destroyer has demonstrated advanced combat capabilities and flexibility in global deployments, contributing to U.S. and allied naval operations worldwide.

USS Grayling (SSN-646) was a Sturgeon-class attack submarine of the United States Navy, commissioned on October 11, 1969. Throughout her service during the Cold War, Grayling conducted numerous patrols and intelligence-gathering missions, primarily in the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea. The submarine played a key role in anti-submarine warfare exercises and contributed to maintaining the U.S. Navy’s undersea superiority. After nearly three decades of service, USS Grayling was decommissioned on July 18, 1997, and later scrapped through the Nuclear-Powered Ship and Submarine Recycling Program.

USS Greenwich Bay (AVP-41) was a Barnegat-class small seaplane tender commissioned by the United States Navy in 1945. Shortly after World War II, she served primarily in the Atlantic and later became the flagship of the U.S. Navy’s Middle East Force, conducting goodwill visits, diplomatic missions, and seaplane support operations throughout the Persian Gulf, Indian Ocean, and North Africa. Greenwich Bay played a significant role in fostering U.S. relations with Middle Eastern countries during the early years of the Cold War. The vessel was decommissioned in 1966 after more than two decades of distinguished service.

USS Gridley (DDG 101) is an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer commissioned into the United States Navy on February 10, 2007. Named after Captain Charles Gridley, famed for his role during the Battle of Manila Bay, the ship has participated in numerous deployments to the Western Pacific and Middle East, supporting maritime security and coalition operations. Gridley has played a key role in ballistic missile defense missions and joint exercises with allied navies. The ship continues to serve as a vital asset in advancing U.S. interests and maintaining stability in international waters.

USS Guadalcanal (CVE-60) was a Casablanca-class escort carrier commissioned by the United States Navy in September 1943. She played a vital role in anti-submarine warfare during World War II, operating primarily in the Atlantic. On June 4, 1944, her task group achieved the notable capture of the German submarine U-505—the first enemy warship seized at sea by the U.S. Navy since the War of 1812. After the war, USS Guadalcanal was decommissioned in 1946 and eventually sold for scrap in 1959.

USS **Guardfish** (SSN-612) was a Permit-class nuclear-powered attack submarine commissioned by the United States Navy in December 1966. During the Cold War, Guardfish played a significant role in intelligence-gathering operations, including tracking Soviet submarines in the Pacific. The submarine gained particular distinction in 1972 for its involvement in monitoring Soviet naval movements during heightened tensions. After nearly three decades of service, USS Guardfish was decommissioned in February 1992, marking the end of its distinguished operational history.

The USS Gurnard (SSN-662) was a Sturgeon-class attack submarine of the United States Navy, commissioned on December 6, 1968. Built at the Mare Island Naval Shipyard, Gurnard served primarily during the Cold War, conducting under-ice operations and intelligence-gathering missions. Notably, in 1986, she participated in a historic joint Arctic operation alongside USS Hawkbill, surfacing at the North Pole. After nearly three decades of service, USS Gurnard was decommissioned on April 28, 1995, and later scrapped via the Nuclear-Powered Ship and Submarine Recycling Program.

USS HALYBURTON (FFG-40) was an Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate commissioned by the United States Navy in 1984. Named in honor of Pharmacist’s Mate Second Class William D. Halyburton, a Medal of Honor recipient from World War II, the ship played a vital role in various operations including counter-narcotics patrols and maritime security missions. Notably, in 2009, USS Halyburton participated in the rescue operation of Captain Richard Phillips from Somali pirates. After nearly three decades of service, the frigate was decommissioned in September 2014.

USS Hampshire County (LST-819) was a tank landing ship of the United States Navy, commissioned in December 1944. She served in the Pacific Theater during World War II, participating in the Okinawa campaign and post-war occupation duties in Asia. After decommissioning in 1946, she was recommissioned for service during the Korean War, supporting amphibious operations and logistics. The ship was renamed USS Hampshire County in 1955 and later served in the Vietnam War before being struck from the Navy list in 1973.

The USS Harlan R. Dickson (DD-708) was an Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer commissioned by the United States Navy in February 1945. Named after Lieutenant Harlan Rockey Dickson, the ship served in the final months of World War II, participating in operations in the Atlantic and providing escort duties. Postwar, the Harlan R. Dickson was active during the Korean War era and the Cold War, undertaking numerous Atlantic and Mediterranean deployments as part of the 6th Fleet. The destroyer was decommissioned in 1972 after nearly three decades of distinguished service and was eventually sold for scrap.

USS Harry W. Hill (DD-986) was a Spruance-class destroyer commissioned into the United States Navy on 16 September 1979. Named after Admiral Harry W. Hill, a distinguished World War II naval leader, the ship served primarily in the Pacific Fleet. Throughout her service, Harry W. Hill participated in multiple deployments, including operations in the Persian Gulf during the Iran-Iraq War and the Gulf War. The destroyer was decommissioned on 29 May 1998 and later sunk as a target during a training exercise in 2004.

USS Hartley (DE-1029) was a Dealey-class destroyer escort commissioned by the United States Navy in 1957. Named after Lieutenant Commander David H. Hartley, the ship served primarily in anti-submarine warfare roles during the Cold War, operating extensively in the Atlantic and Caribbean. Hartley participated in numerous NATO exercises and provided escort services for American and allied vessels. In 1972, she was transferred to the Colombian Navy and renamed ARC Boyacá (DE-16), where she continued to serve for several more years.

USS HAWES (FFG-53) was an Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided missile frigate commissioned into the United States Navy on 9 February 1985. Named after Rear Admiral Richard E. Hawes, a distinguished World War II hero, the ship served in numerous operations, including deployments to the Mediterranean, Persian Gulf, and the Atlantic. Throughout her service, HAWES conducted maritime security operations, anti-submarine warfare, and participated in multinational exercises, enhancing interoperability with allied navies. After nearly three decades of service, USS HAWES was decommissioned on 10 December 2010.

USS Henley (DD-762) was an Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer commissioned into the United States Navy in October 1946. Designed for anti-submarine warfare and fleet escort duties in the post-World War II era, she served primarily in the Atlantic and Mediterranean, participating in NATO exercises and Cold War operations. Henley was modernized in the 1950s under the Fleet Rehabilitation and Modernization (FRAM) program to enhance her capabilities against emerging submarine threats. After over two decades of active service, USS Henley was decommissioned in 1973 and subsequently scrapped.

USS Henrico (APA-45) was a Bayfield-class attack transport commissioned by the United States Navy in 1943. She played a significant role during World War II, participating in major amphibious operations including the D-Day landings at Normandy and the invasions of Southern France and Okinawa. After the war, Henrico continued to serve during the Korean War, supporting troop deployments and evacuations. The ship earned eight battle stars before being decommissioned in 1968 and subsequently scrapped.

USS Howard (DDG-83) is an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer commissioned into the United States Navy on October 20, 2001. Named in honor of Medal of Honor recipient First Sergeant Jimmie E. Howard, the ship has participated in numerous operations, including maritime security and anti-piracy missions in the Pacific and Indian Oceans. USS Howard has been deployed multiple times to the Western Pacific and Middle East, supporting joint exercises and strengthening alliances with regional partners. The destroyer is renowned for its advanced Aegis combat system and continues to play a vital role in U.S. naval operations worldwide.

USS Implicit (MSO-455) was an Aggressive-class minesweeper of the United States Navy, commissioned in 1954. Designed for clearing naval mines to ensure safe passage for military and commercial vessels, she played a vital role during the Cold War era. Throughout her service, USS Implicit participated in numerous training exercises and operations in the Pacific, including deployments during the Vietnam War to support mine countermeasure missions. She was decommissioned in 1992, after nearly four decades of dedicated service.

USS Jerome County (LST-848) was a tank landing ship commissioned by the United States Navy in November 1944 during World War II. She participated in Pacific Theater operations, notably supporting the Okinawa campaign by transporting troops, vehicles, and equipment. After the war, LST-848 served in occupation duties in the Far East before being decommissioned in 1946. Recommissioned during the Korean War, she later supported operations in the Vietnam War, and was eventually transferred to the Republic of Vietnam in 1970.

USS Lang (DE-1060) was a Knox-class destroyer escort commissioned into the United States Navy in 1970. Named after John Lang, the first man to enlist in the U.S. Navy, the ship served primarily in the Atlantic and Mediterranean, conducting anti-submarine warfare operations and participating in numerous NATO exercises during the Cold War. Lang also performed patrol and escort duties in the Caribbean and made goodwill visits to allied ports. After nearly two decades of service, USS Lang was decommissioned in 1991 and eventually transferred to Turkey, where she served as TCG Muavenet (F-250).

USS LEONARD F. MASON (DD-852) was a Gearing-class destroyer commissioned by the United States Navy in July 1945, shortly before the end of World War II. She served extensively during the Korean War, providing naval gunfire support and screening aircraft carriers. During the Vietnam War, LEONARD F. MASON participated in multiple combat operations, including search and rescue missions and shore bombardments. After decades of active service, the destroyer was decommissioned in 1976 and later transferred to the Hellenic Navy of Greece.

USS Liberty (AGTR-5) was a Belmont-class technical research ship (a converted World War II Victory ship) operated by the United States Navy. Commissioned in 1964, she was tasked with intelligence-gathering and electronic surveillance missions during the Cold War. On June 8, 1967, during the Six-Day War, Liberty was attacked by Israeli air and naval forces in international waters, resulting in 34 American deaths and over 170 wounded. The incident, later described as a case of mistaken identity by Israel, remains a subject of controversy and debate within military and diplomatic circles.

USS Mahopac (ATA-196) was a Sotoyomo-class auxiliary ocean tug commissioned by the United States Navy in 1945. Built at Levingston Shipbuilding Company in Orange, Texas, she provided towing and salvage services in the Pacific during the closing months of World War II. After the war, Mahopac continued to serve the Navy, supporting fleet operations and logistics across various locations, including the Far East. The vessel was eventually decommissioned and transferred to the Republic of Korea in 1962, where she continued her service under a new flag.

USS Mauna Loa (AE-8) was an ammunition ship commissioned by the United States Navy in 1944 during World War II. Serving primarily in the Pacific Theater, she played a crucial role in supplying ordnance to frontline combat ships, supporting operations such as the invasions of Iwo Jima and Okinawa. After the war, Mauna Loa continued to serve in the Atlantic and Pacific Fleets, providing vital logistical support during the early Cold War period. The ship was decommissioned in 1958 and later struck from the Naval Vessel Register.