U.S. Navy

USS LST-561 was a United States Navy tank landing ship (LST) constructed during World War II. Commissioned in May 1944, she was part of the LST-542 class, designed to transport and deploy tanks, vehicles, cargo, and troops directly onto shore without docks or piers. LST-561 participated in the European Theater, notably supporting operations during the invasion of southern France in August 1944. After the war, she was decommissioned in May 1946 and later struck from the Naval Vessel Register, marking the end of her service.

**USS LUCID (AM-458)** was an Aggressive-class minesweeper built for the United States Navy during the Cold War. Commissioned in 1955, USS LUCID was tasked with detecting and removing naval mines to ensure safe passage for allied vessels. She served primarily in the Pacific Fleet, participating in training exercises and readiness operations, including deployments to the Western Pacific. The ship was decommissioned in 1970 and later used as a civilian houseboat before being acquired for restoration as a museum ship in Stockton, California.

USS Macon (CA-132) was a Baltimore-class heavy cruiser commissioned into the United States Navy on August 26, 1945, just after the end of World War II. Although she missed wartime service, Macon was actively engaged during the postwar years, participating in numerous training exercises, goodwill cruises, and fleet maneuvers in both the Atlantic and Mediterranean. She served as flagship for various cruiser divisions and took part in NATO operations, helping to project American naval power and foster alliances during the early Cold War period. USS Macon was decommissioned on March 10, 1961, and ultimately struck from the Naval Vessel Register in 1969.

USS Maddox (DD-731) was an Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer commissioned by the United States Navy in 1944. She served with distinction in the Pacific Theater during World War II, providing fire support at Iwo Jima and Okinawa, and participating in anti-aircraft and anti-submarine operations. After the war, Maddox was modernized and saw further service during the Korean War, supporting United Nations forces along the Korean Peninsula. Most notably, USS Maddox became famous for her involvement in the Gulf of Tonkin Incident in August 1964, which played a key role in escalating U.S. involvement in the Vietnam War.

USS Mahan (DDG-72) is an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer commissioned into the United States Navy on 14 February 1998. Named after Rear Admiral Alfred Thayer Mahan, a noted naval historian and strategist, the ship has participated in various key operations, including maritime security patrols, ballistic missile defense, and multi-national exercises. USS Mahan has deployed multiple times to the Mediterranean Sea, the Persian Gulf, and the Atlantic Ocean, supporting missions such as Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Active Endeavor. The vessel gained attention in 2013 when it was involved in a standoff with Iranian boats in the Persian Gulf, demonstrating its ongoing role in safeguarding U.S. and allied interests worldwide.

USS Massey (DD-778) was an Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer commissioned by the United States Navy in 1944. Named after Lieutenant Commander Lance E. Massey, the ship saw active service in the Pacific Theater during World War II, participating in the Battle of Okinawa and providing vital gunfire support and anti-aircraft defense. After the war, USS Massey was involved in the Korean War, supporting UN forces with shore bombardments and patrol duties. The destroyer later served during the Vietnam War before being decommissioned in 1973, ending nearly three decades of distinguished service.

USS Mattabasset (AOG-52) was a Patapsco-class gasoline tanker commissioned by the United States Navy in 1945. Designed to transport gasoline and other petroleum products, she played a vital logistical role in fueling ships and remote bases, particularly during the closing months of World War II and throughout the Cold War. After serving in the Pacific and Atlantic fleets, Mattabasset continued her operations during the Korean and Vietnam Wars, supporting naval and allied forces with critical fuel deliveries. She was decommissioned in 1975 after three decades of service, reflecting the essential, behind-the-scenes work of naval auxiliary vessels.

The USS McCloy Ceremonial Guard is a distinguished unit named in honor of the USS McCloy (FF-1038), itself named after Medal of Honor recipient John McCloy. Established to represent the values and traditions of the United States Navy, the Ceremonial Guard participates in official ceremonies, parades, and funerals, upholding the highest standards of military decorum. Over the years, the unit has become a symbol of pride and professionalism, showcasing the Navy’s commitment to honoring its heritage and personnel. Through its precision and discipline, the USS McCloy Ceremonial Guard continues to serve as a living tribute to naval history and excellence.

USS McGinty (DE-365) was a John C. Butler-class destroyer escort commissioned by the United States Navy in 1944. During World War II, she served primarily in the Pacific Theater, performing convoy escort, anti-submarine, and patrol duties, notably supporting operations in the Philippines and Okinawa. After the war, McGinty was decommissioned but later recommissioned for service during the Korean War, continuing her escort and patrol roles. She remained active during the Cold War era, participating in various training and support missions before her final decommissioning in 1969.

USS Meeker County (LST-980) was a tank landing ship built for the United States Navy during World War II. Commissioned in 1944, she participated in the Normandy invasion, landing troops and vehicles on Omaha Beach. After the war, LST-980 served in occupation duties in Europe before being decommissioned in 1946. Reactivated for service during the Vietnam War, she was renamed USS Meeker County (LST-980) in 1955 and continued to support amphibious operations until her final decommissioning in 1970.

USS Mindoro (CVE-120) was a Commencement Bay-class escort carrier commissioned by the United States Navy on December 4, 1945. Although too late to serve in World War II, Mindoro played a key role during the early Cold War period, primarily operating in the Atlantic Fleet. She participated in anti-submarine warfare exercises, fleet maneuvers, and midshipman training cruises, helping to develop postwar naval aviation tactics. Decommissioned on August 4, 1955, USS Mindoro was eventually struck from the Naval Vessel Register and sold for scrap.

The USS Mispillion (AO-105) was a Cimarron-class fleet oiler commissioned by the United States Navy in 1945. Serving through the final stages of World War II, she played a vital role in refueling ships at sea, thus extending the operational range of U.S. naval forces. The Mispillion saw extensive service during the Korean and Vietnam Wars, supporting combat operations by providing logistical support to the fleet. After decades of distinguished service, she was decommissioned in 1974 and later transferred to the Military Sealift Command before being scrapped in the early 21st century.

USS Momsen (DDG-92) is an Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer in the United States Navy, commissioned on August 28, 2004. Named after Vice Admiral Charles B. Momsen, a pioneer in submarine rescue techniques, the ship has participated in numerous multinational exercises and operations, including deployments to the Western Pacific and the Middle East. USS Momsen has supported maritime security, counter-piracy, and ballistic missile defense missions as part of various Carrier Strike Groups. The destroyer has earned recognition for its operational excellence and continues to play a vital role in maintaining U.S. naval presence and readiness worldwide.

USS Monongahela (AO-178) was a Cimarron-class fleet oiler of the United States Navy, commissioned in 1981. Designed to provide underway replenishment of fuel and supplies to naval vessels, she played a crucial logistical role during the Cold War and post-Cold War periods. Monongahela supported numerous operations, including deployments in the Mediterranean Sea and participation in Operation Desert Storm in 1991. After over a decade of service, she was decommissioned in 1999 and subsequently transferred to the Military Sealift Command as USNS Monongahela (T-AO-178) before being retired from service.

USS New Orleans (CA-32) was a New Orleans-class heavy cruiser commissioned into the United States Navy in 1934. She saw extensive service during World War II, participating in major engagements such as the Battle of the Coral Sea, the Battle of Midway, and the Naval Battle of Guadalcanal. Despite suffering severe damage and losing her bow at Tassafaronga, she was skillfully repaired and returned to action, continuing to serve throughout the Pacific campaign. By war’s end, USS New Orleans earned 17 battle stars, marking her as one of the most decorated US ships of the conflict.

USS New York City (SSN-696) was a Los Angeles-class nuclear-powered attack submarine commissioned into the United States Navy on March 3, 1979. Built at the Electric Boat Division of General Dynamics in Groton, Connecticut, she played a vital role in Cold War operations, conducting intelligence gathering, surveillance, and training exercises in both the Pacific and Indian Oceans. Throughout her service, USS New York City participated in numerous fleet exercises and supported national defense objectives, showcasing her capabilities in anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare. After a distinguished career, she was decommissioned on April 30, 1997.

USS Niobrara (AO-72) was a Cimarron-class fleet oiler commissioned by the United States Navy in 1943. During World War II, she played a vital logistical role, refueling warships at sea in support of operations throughout the Pacific Theater, including the campaigns for the Marianas, Philippines, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa. After the war, Niobrara participated in occupation duties in the Far East before being decommissioned in 1946. Recommissioned for the Korean War, she provided crucial support to United Nations naval forces before her final decommissioning in 1955.

USS Northampton (CA-26) was a Northampton-class heavy cruiser commissioned into the United States Navy in 1930. Serving in the Pacific Theater during World War II, she participated in early war actions, including the Doolittle Raid and the Battle of Midway, where she provided crucial escort and anti-aircraft support for American carriers. Northampton later took part in the Guadalcanal campaign, supporting operations and engaging enemy forces. On the night of November 30, 1942, during the Battle of Tassafaronga, she was torpedoed by Japanese destroyers and ultimately sank, with most of her crew rescued.

USS Noxubee (AOG-56) was a Patapsco-class gasoline tanker commissioned by the United States Navy in 1945. Designed to transport gasoline and other petroleum products to warships and remote naval stations, she served primarily in the Atlantic and Mediterranean during the late stages of World War II and throughout the Cold War. After initial service, Noxubee was decommissioned in 1959 but was later reactivated in 1965 to support operations during the Vietnam War, supplying fuel to forward-deployed forces. The ship was finally decommissioned in 1975 and struck from the Naval Vessel Register, concluding a distinguished career supporting U.S. naval operations across multiple decades.

USS Patapsco (AOG-1) was a Patapsco-class gasoline tanker commissioned by the United States Navy in 1943. During World War II, she played a crucial role transporting gasoline and other petroleum products to warships and remote naval bases in the Pacific Theater, often operating under hazardous conditions. Following the war, Patapsco continued her service during the Korean War, supporting United Nations forces by delivering fuel to forward areas. The ship remained active through various peacetime and conflict operations until she was finally decommissioned in 1974.

USS Paul Hamilton (DDG-60) is an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer commissioned into the United States Navy on May 27, 1995. Named after Paul Hamilton, the third Secretary of the Navy, the ship has participated in numerous operations, including maritime security, ballistic missile defense, and anti-piracy missions worldwide. She has deployed multiple times to the Middle East, supporting Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom, and has conducted joint exercises with allied navies to promote regional stability. Throughout her service, USS Paul Hamilton has proven to be a vital asset in advancing U.S. naval presence and maintaining freedom of navigation in critical sea lanes.

USS Picuda (SS-382) was a Balao-class submarine of the United States Navy commissioned in 1944. During World War II, she completed six war patrols in the Pacific, sinking several Japanese vessels and earning four battle stars for her service. After the war, Picuda was placed in reserve before being modernized and recommissioned for service during the Cold War. In 1972, she was transferred to the Brazilian Navy, where she served as Bahia (S-12) until her decommissioning.

The USS Pigeon (ASR-21) was a Chanticleer-class submarine rescue ship commissioned by the United States Navy in 1968. Designed specifically to support deep-sea submarine rescue operations, she featured advanced diving and salvage equipment, including a twin-hull catamaran design that provided enhanced stability. USS Pigeon played a crucial role in supporting the Navy’s deep submergence rescue vehicles (DSRV), particularly during the Cold War era. She was decommissioned in 1992 after over two decades of service, having contributed significantly to submarine safety and rescue capabilities.

USS Pluck (MSO-464) was an Agile-class minesweeper of the United States Navy, commissioned in 1954. Designed for clearing naval mines, she played a vital role in ensuring safe passage for military and civilian vessels during the Cold War era. Throughout her service, USS Pluck participated in numerous training exercises and operations across the Pacific, including deployments to the Western Pacific and Vietnam. After decades of dedicated service, she was decommissioned in 1990 and subsequently struck from the Naval Vessel Register.