Steve Hudkins

Mine Division 112 (MineDiv 112) was a United States Navy unit assigned to mine warfare operations during the Vietnam War. Activated in the mid-1960s, MineDiv 112 was composed of ocean-going minesweepers (MSOs) tasked with ensuring safe passage for U.S. and allied vessels by detecting and clearing naval mines along the coast of South Vietnam. The division participated in Operation Market Time, patrolling coastal waters to interdict enemy supply lines and prevent the mining of vital sea lanes. MineDiv 112’s efforts were crucial in maintaining maritime security and supporting amphibious and logistics operations throughout the conflict.