Naval Coastal Warfare Squadron 34

• Establishment: Naval Coastal Warfare Squadron 34 (NCWRON 34) was part of the U.S. Navy’s coastal defense and harbor security force, providing expeditionary security for ports, harbors, and critical waterways. • Post-9/11 Activation: NCWRON 34 was among the squadrons mobilized in the wake of the September 11, 2001 attacks to secure U.S. and allied ports and naval assets against terrorist threats. • Iraq War Service: The squadron deployed to the Middle East, particularly to Kuwait and Iraq, supporting Operation Iraqi Freedom by protecting strategic oil terminals and conducting maritime security operations. • Reserve Component: NCWRON 34 was a Navy Reserve unit, drawing upon citizen-sailors from across the United States who volunteered for active duty during times of need. • Small Boat Operations: The squadron operated a fleet of small, heavily armed patrol boats, such as the 25-foot and 34-foot Sea Ark craft, designed for maneuverability in littoral environments. • Joint Operations: NCWRON 34 often worked closely with Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and allied forces, integrating into joint task forces for harbor defense and security missions. • Training Excellence: Sailors received specialized training in force protection, boat handling, weapons employment, boarding tactics, and anti-terrorism operations. • Global Deployments: Beyond the Middle East, the squadron was tasked with missions in Europe, Africa, and the Pacific, providing expeditionary security wherever U.S. naval assets required protection. • Unit Motto: The squadron, like others in the Naval Coastal Warfare community, was guided by the motto "Anytime, Anywhere," reflecting their rapid deployment capability. • Deactivation: As maritime security missions evolved and the Navy reorganized its expeditionary forces, NCWRON 34 was decommissioned, with its legacy carried on by successor units in Navy Expeditionary Combat Command.