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About ONI, Suitland, MD

The Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI), headquartered in Suitland, Maryland, is the United States Navy's oldest intelligence organization, established in 1882. ONI has played a pivotal role in gathering and analyzing maritime intelligence to support naval operations, from World War I and II through the Cold War and into the modern era. The unit provides critical intelligence on foreign naval capabilities, technological developments, and maritime security threats, supporting both strategic decision-makers and deployed forces. Today, ONI at Suitland remains at the forefront of naval intelligence, leveraging advanced technologies and global partnerships to ensure U.S. maritime superiority.

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Trent Griffith

U.S. Navy

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Anne OBrien

U.S. Navy

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World Cruise 1987 aboard the USS KittyHawk

U.S. Navy • 1987

A School

U.S. Navy • 1979

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U.S. Navy

All P-3 retired

VP Squadrons • U.S. Navy • 2024

About ONI, Suitland, MD

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Historical Facts

• Founding Era: The Office of Naval Intelligence (ONI) was established in 1882, making it the oldest member of the United States Intelligence Community. • First Headquarters: ONI was originally headquartered in Washington, D.C., but later moved to Suitland, Maryland, where it remains a central hub for naval intelligence operations. • World War II Role: During World War II, ONI played a critical role in tracking Axis naval movements, breaking naval codes, and protecting Allied shipping from U-boat threats. • Spy vs. Spy: ONI was instrumental in counterintelligence efforts during the Cold War, particularly against Soviet espionage targeting U.S. naval secrets. • Suitland Federal Center: ONI’s current home is at the National Maritime Intelligence Center in Suitland, a sprawling federal complex hosting multiple intelligence agencies. • Technological Pioneers: ONI has a storied history of adopting and innovating new technologies for signals intelligence (SIGINT), imagery analysis, and cryptography. • Global Reach: ONI maintains a worldwide network of analysts and attaches, supporting U.S. Navy operations and maritime security around the globe. • Famous Alumni: Several high-profile figures, including Rear Admiral Grace Hopper (a computer science pioneer), have worked with or for ONI. • Unique Emblem: The ONI seal features an eagle grasping an anchor and a shield, symbolizing vigilance and defense of the seas. • Modern Missions: Today, ONI provides crucial intelligence on emerging maritime threats, cyber warfare, and global naval developments, shaping U.S. naval strategy in the 21st century.