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BERMUDA
U.S. Navy
BON HOMME RICHARD
U.S. Navy
CBU 403
U.S. Navy
CHELSEA NAVAL HOSPITAL
U.S. Navy
The Chelsea Naval Hospital was established in 1836 in Chelsea, Massachusetts, making it one of the earliest naval hospitals in the United States. Throughout its history, the hospital provided medical care to Navy personnel, Marines, and occasionally Army soldiers, including during major conflicts such as the Civil War, World Wars I and II, and the Korean War. The facility was renowned for its advanced medical treatments, rehabilitation services, and training of Navy medical staff. After nearly 140 years of service, the Chelsea Naval Hospital was officially closed in 1974, with its historic buildings later repurposed for residential use.
COMCARGRU SIX
U.S. Navy
COMDESRON 9
U.S. Navy
Commander, Destroyer Squadron NINE (COMDESRON 9) is a United States Navy destroyer squadron based in Everett, Washington. Established during World War II, the squadron has a storied history, having participated in both Pacific and Atlantic operations, as well as numerous exercises and deployments during the Cold War. In the modern era, COMDESRON 9 functions as a principal tactical and administrative commander for assigned destroyers, supporting Carrier Strike Group operations and independent missions in the Indo-Pacific region. The squadron continues to play a vital role in maintaining maritime security and readiness for the U.S. Navy.
COMFIFTHFLT, MANAMA, BAHRAIN
U.S. Navy
The United States Naval Forces Central Command (USNAVCENT), headquartered in Manama, Bahrain, operates as the United States Fifth Fleet (COMFIFTHFLT). Reactivated in 1995, the Fifth Fleet traces its origins to World War II operations in the Pacific but now focuses on the vital waters of the Middle East, including the Persian Gulf, Red Sea, Arabian Sea, and parts of the Indian Ocean. COMFIFTHFLT is responsible for ensuring maritime security, conducting joint and combined naval operations, and safeguarding the free flow of commerce in a region critical to global energy supplies. Over the years, it has played a key role in operations such as enforcing sanctions, counter-piracy, and supporting major campaigns including Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom.
COMLATWINGPAC
U.S. Navy
COMMANDER SECOND FLEET
U.S. Navy
COMNAVPHIL
U.S. Navy
COMPHIBGRU TWO
U.S. Navy
COMPHIBRON 5
U.S. Navy
COMSERVPAC
U.S. Navy
COMSERVPAC, or Commander, Service Force, Pacific Fleet, was a major United States Navy logistics command active during World War II and the early Cold War. Established in 1942, COMSERVPAC was responsible for providing vital supply, repair, fueling, and support services to the vast naval forces operating across the Pacific Theater. The unit coordinated a wide range of auxiliary vessels, including oilers, tenders, and repair ships, enabling sustained offensive operations far from mainland bases. COMSERVPAC played a crucial role in supporting amphibious assaults and maintaining the fleet’s operational readiness, contributing significantly to Allied victory in the Pacific.
COMSUBGRU EIGHT
U.S. Navy
CVN65
U.S. Navy
DATC SAN DIEGO
U.S. Navy
EODMU2
U.S. Navy
FAWTUPAC
U.S. Navy
HM-19
U.S. Navy
HS-7
U.S. Navy
Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron SEVEN (HS-7), also known as the "Dusty Dogs," was established in 1960 by the United States Navy. Originally flying the Sikorsky HSS-1 Seabat, the unit specialized in anti-submarine warfare (ASW) operations, supporting fleet defense during the Cold War. Over the decades, HS-7 transitioned to newer helicopters, including the SH-3 Sea King and later the SH-60F/HH-60H Seahawk, expanding its mission to include search and rescue (SAR) and combat support. The squadron was redesignated as Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron SEVEN (HSC-7) in 2009, reflecting its broadened operational capabilities.
HS4
U.S. Navy
HSL-37
U.S. Navy
Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light 37 (HSL-37), known as the "Easyriders," was established on 3 July 1975 at Naval Air Station Barbers Point, Hawaii. As the first Light Airborne Multi-Purpose System (LAMPS) Mk I squadron in the Pacific Fleet, HSL-37 operated the SH-2F Seasprite helicopter, providing anti-submarine warfare (ASW) and anti-surface warfare (ASUW) support to surface combatants. The squadron transitioned to the SH-60B Seahawk in the early 1990s, enhancing operational capabilities. In 2013, HSL-37 was redesignated as Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 37 (HSM-37), continuing its legacy of excellence in maritime operations.
HSL-41
U.S. Navy
Helicopter Anti-Submarine Squadron Light 41 (HSL-41), also known as the "Seahawks," was established on January 21, 1983, at Naval Air Station North Island, California. It was the U.S. Navy's first squadron dedicated to training pilots and aircrew on the SH-60B Seahawk helicopter, specializing in anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare. HSL-41 played a crucial role in preparing crews for deployment to the Pacific Fleet, ensuring operational readiness through rigorous instruction and evaluation. In 2006, the squadron was redesignated as Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron 41 (HSM-41) as part of the Navy's transition to the MH-60R Seahawk platform.
LY SPEAR
U.S. Navy