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USS Patterson (DE-1061)
U.S. Navy
USS Patterson (DE-1061), a Knox-class frigate, was commissioned into the United States Navy in March 1970. Named after Commodore Daniel Todd Patterson, the ship was primarily tasked with anti-submarine warfare and escort duties during the Cold War era. Throughout her service, Patterson participated in numerous Atlantic and Mediterranean deployments, NATO exercises, and supported U.S. interests during periods of heightened tension. After nearly two decades of active duty, she was decommissioned in September 1991 and later transferred to Turkey, where she served as TCG Karadeniz (F-255).
USS Paul F. Foster (DD-964)
U.S. Navy
USS Paul F. Foster (DD-964) was a Spruance-class destroyer commissioned into the United States Navy on February 21, 1976. Named in honor of Vice Admiral Paul F. Foster, a Medal of Honor recipient, the ship served in numerous operations, including deployments to the Western Pacific, Indian Ocean, and Persian Gulf. Throughout its career, Paul F. Foster participated in key missions such as Operation Praying Mantis in 1988, where it engaged Iranian naval forces. After nearly three decades of service, the destroyer was decommissioned on March 27, 2003, and later repurposed as the Navy's Self Defense Test Ship.
USS PINTADO
U.S. Navy
USS POWER
U.S. Navy
USS Pyro (AE-24)
U.S. Navy
USS Pyro (AE-24) was a Nitro-class ammunition ship commissioned by the United States Navy in 1959. Designed to transport and deliver munitions to combat ships at sea, she played a crucial logistical role during the Vietnam War, ensuring the fleet remained supplied with vital ordnance. USS Pyro conducted numerous underway replenishments in the Western Pacific throughout the 1960s and 1970s, supporting U.S. naval operations. The ship was decommissioned in 1994 after over three decades of service, earning multiple awards for her contributions.
USS RANGER CV61
U.S. Navy
USS Rathburne (FF-1057)
U.S. Navy
USS Rathburne (FF-1057) was a Knox-class frigate commissioned into the United States Navy on 16 May 1970. Named in honor of John Rathbun, a Continental Navy officer, the ship served primarily in the Pacific Fleet, undertaking anti-submarine warfare, convoy escort, and training missions during the Cold War. Rathburne participated in multiple deployments to the Western Pacific and Indian Ocean, supporting U.S. interests and allied operations. The frigate was decommissioned on 14 February 1992 and later sunk as a target during a training exercise in 2002.
USS SAM RAYBURN
U.S. Navy
USS SHANGRILA
U.S. Navy
USS STEINAKER DD863
U.S. Navy
USS TACONIC AGC-17
U.S. Navy
USS THOR
U.S. Navy
USS TOWERS (DDG-9)
U.S. Navy
USS TOWERS (DDG-9) was a Charles F. Adams-class guided missile destroyer commissioned into the United States Navy on June 6, 1961. Named in honor of Admiral John Henry Towers, the ship served extensively in the Pacific Fleet, participating in multiple deployments during the Vietnam War, where she provided naval gunfire support and plane guard duties for aircraft carriers. Throughout her career, TOWERS took part in numerous exercises and operations, enhancing U.S. naval presence and readiness in the Western Pacific and Indian Oceans. After over three decades of service, USS TOWERS was decommissioned on October 1, 1990, and later sunk as a target in 2002.
USS Vancouver LPD2
U.S. Navy
USS VESOLE
U.S. Navy
USS William C. Lawe (DD-763)
U.S. Navy
USS William C. Lawe (DD-763) was a Gearing-class destroyer commissioned into the United States Navy in December 1946. Named after Lieutenant William C. Lawe, she served during the Cold War era, participating in numerous Atlantic and Mediterranean deployments, including support for the Cuban Missile Crisis blockade in 1962. The ship was also active during the Vietnam War, providing naval gunfire support and serving on Yankee Station. After over three decades of service, USS William C. Lawe was decommissioned in October 1983 and later sunk as a target in 1999.
uss yorktown cvs-10
U.S. Navy
uss yosemite ad19
U.S. Navy
VA-76
U.S. Navy
VA-86
U.S. Navy
Attack Squadron 86 (VA-86), known as the "Sidewinders," was established in 1955 by the United States Navy. Initially flying the FJ-3 Fury, the squadron later transitioned to the A-4 Skyhawk and then to the A-7 Corsair II, participating in major operations during the Vietnam War and the Gulf of Sidra incidents. VA-86 played a key role in enforcing U.S. policies during the Cold War, including deployments to the Mediterranean and support for operations in Lebanon and Libya. The squadron was disestablished in 1995 after four decades of distinguished service.
VAH-6
U.S. Navy
VAH-9
U.S. Navy
VAQ-138
U.S. Navy
Electronic Attack Squadron 138 (VAQ-138), known as the "Yellowjackets," was established in 1969. Initially flying the EKA-3B Skywarrior, the squadron later transitioned to the EA-6B Prowler and currently operates the EA-18G Growler, specializing in electronic warfare and suppression of enemy air defenses. VAQ-138 has participated in numerous operations, including Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom, providing critical electronic attack capabilities to U.S. and allied forces. The squadron is based at Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, Washington, and continues to play a vital role in modern naval aviation.
VAW-122
U.S. Navy
Carrier Airborne Early Warning Squadron 122 (VAW-122), known as the "Steeljaws," was established on April 1, 1967. The squadron operated the E-2 Hawkeye and provided airborne early warning and command and control for the U.S. Navy’s Atlantic Fleet. VAW-122 saw significant action during the Vietnam War, Operation Desert Storm, and supported various operations throughout the Cold War era. The unit was decommissioned on March 31, 1996, after nearly three decades of distinguished service.