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USS OBSERVATION ISLAND EAG154
U.S. Navy
USS PARGO
U.S. Navy
USS PICKAWAY
U.S. Navy
USS Power (DD-839)
U.S. Navy
USS Power (DD-839) was a Gearing-class destroyer commissioned into the United States Navy in September 1945, just after the end of World War II. Throughout her service, Power operated extensively in the Atlantic and Mediterranean, participating in NATO exercises and serving with the 6th Fleet during the Cold War. She played roles in crises such as the Lebanon intervention in 1958 and the Cuban Missile Crisis in 1962. After nearly three decades of active service, USS Power was decommissioned in 1977 and later transferred to the Republic of China (Taiwan), where she served as ROCS Shen Yang (DD-923).
USS Preble DLG 15
U.S. Navy
USS Providence (SSN-719)
U.S. Navy
USS Providence (SSN-719) is a Los Angeles-class nuclear-powered attack submarine commissioned into the United States Navy in 1985. Built by the Electric Boat Division of General Dynamics in Groton, Connecticut, the submarine has played a critical role in numerous operations, including deployment during Operation Desert Storm in 1991. Notably, Providence was the first submarine to launch Tomahawk cruise missiles in combat during this conflict. Throughout her service, she has participated in various exercises and missions, contributing significantly to the Navy’s undersea warfare capabilities until her decommissioning in August 2021.
USS Providence CLG-6
U.S. Navy
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U.S. Navy
USS RECOVERY
U.S. Navy
USS Richard S. Edwards (DD 950)
U.S. Navy
USS Richard S. Edwards (DD-950) was a Forrest Sherman-class destroyer commissioned by the United States Navy in February 1959. Named after Admiral Richard S. Edwards, the ship served extensively in the Pacific Fleet, participating in numerous operations during the Vietnam War, including naval gunfire support and search and rescue missions. Throughout her service, USS Richard S. Edwards earned several commendations for her performance and dedication. She was decommissioned in December 1982 and subsequently struck from the Naval Vessel Register.
USS ROCKBRIDGE
U.S. Navy
USS RUPERTUS
U.S. Navy
USS Sam Rayburn (SSBN-635)
U.S. Navy
USS Sam Rayburn (SSBN-635) was a James Madison-class fleet ballistic missile submarine commissioned by the United States Navy in December 1964. Named after the longtime Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, the submarine played a critical role in the nation’s strategic nuclear deterrent during the Cold War, conducting numerous deterrent patrols armed with Polaris and later Poseidon ballistic missiles. Throughout her service, Sam Rayburn demonstrated the reliability and endurance of the Navy’s “41 for Freedom” ballistic missile submarines. She was decommissioned in 1989 and subsequently converted to a moored training ship, continuing her service to the Navy in a non-combat capacity.
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U.S. Navy
USS San Jacinto (CG-56)
U.S. Navy
USS San Jacinto (CG-56) is a Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser commissioned into the United States Navy on January 23, 1988. Named after the Battle of San Jacinto, the ship has played a significant role in various operations, including Operation Desert Storm, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom, providing air defense, maritime security, and strike capabilities. San Jacinto gained international attention in 2009 for its involvement in the rescue of Captain Richard Phillips from Somali pirates. Throughout its service, USS San Jacinto has exemplified versatility and strength, supporting U.S. naval missions across the globe until its decommissioning in 2022.
USS SARATOGA (CV-60)
U.S. Navy
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U.S. Navy
USS SEMINOLE
U.S. Navy
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U.S. Navy
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U.S. Navy
USS Skipjack (SSN-585)
U.S. Navy
USS Skipjack (SSN-585) was the lead ship of her class and the first nuclear-powered submarine to incorporate the revolutionary teardrop-shaped hull design, which greatly enhanced underwater speed and maneuverability. Commissioned on April 15, 1959, Skipjack set new standards for submarine performance and served as a prototype for future fast-attack submarines of the U.S. Navy. Throughout her career, she participated in numerous Cold War patrols and exercises, demonstrating the effectiveness of nuclear propulsion and modern submarine tactics. After over 30 years of service, USS Skipjack was decommissioned on April 19, 1990.
USS Spartanburg County (LST-1192)
U.S. Navy
USS Spartanburg County (LST-1192) was a Newport-class tank landing ship commissioned by the United States Navy in 1971. Designed for rapid loading and unloading of tanks, vehicles, and troops, she participated in numerous amphibious training exercises and NATO operations throughout her service. The ship played a vital logistical role in supporting U.S. and allied forces during the Cold War, particularly in the Atlantic and Mediterranean regions. After over two decades of service, USS Spartanburg County was decommissioned in 1994 and later transferred to the Royal Malaysian Navy.
USS Stark (FFG-31)
U.S. Navy
USS **Stark** (FFG-31) was an Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate commissioned into the United States Navy on October 23, 1982. The ship is most remembered for the tragic incident on May 17, 1987, when it was struck by two Exocet missiles fired by an Iraqi aircraft while patrolling the Persian Gulf, resulting in the deaths of 37 sailors and injuries to 21 others. Despite severe damage, the crew’s heroism and damage control efforts saved the ship from sinking, and USS Stark was able to return to port for repairs. The incident led to changes in U.S. naval procedures and highlighted the risks faced by American forces in volatile regions.
USS TACONIC
U.S. Navy