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CASU 13 - casu 42
U.S. Navy
FITCPAC
U.S. Navy
FOSIF WESTPAC
U.S. Navy
FOX DIVISION
U.S. Navy
HC3
U.S. Navy
Heli-tron 8 Ellyson Field ,Pensacola, Fl.
U.S. Navy
Heli-tron 8, based at Ellyson Field in Pensacola, Florida, was a United States Navy helicopter training squadron active during the Cold War era. Established in the late 1950s, the unit played a pivotal role in advanced rotary-wing training for Navy, Marine Corps, and allied student pilots. At Ellyson Field, Heli-tron 8 utilized a variety of helicopters, including the TH-13 and H-19, to provide comprehensive instruction in essential naval aviation skills. The squadron contributed significantly to the development of naval helicopter tactics and the operational readiness of rotary-wing aviators until its deactivation as training operations consolidated at Naval Air Station Whiting Field in the 1970s.
HM-18
U.S. Navy
HS6
U.S. Navy
MACV
U.S. Navy
NASC
U.S. Navy
NATTC LAKEHURST
U.S. Navy
NAVAIDS
U.S. Navy
NAVAL AMPHIBIOUS SCHOOL
U.S. Navy
Naval Photographic Center
U.S. Navy
The Naval Photographic Center (NPC) was established during World War II as a key unit within the United States Navy responsible for the creation, processing, and distribution of photographic and motion picture materials. Located in Anacostia, Washington, D.C., the center played a vital role in documenting naval operations, producing training films, and providing reconnaissance imagery for intelligence purposes. Throughout the Cold War and into the Vietnam era, the NPC continued to innovate in photographic technology, supporting both operational and public relations efforts of the Navy. Its legacy endures in the vast archives of visual documentation that continue to serve as an important resource for military history and research.
Naval Security Forces
U.S. Navy
The Naval Security Forces (NSF) is a specialized unit within the United States Navy responsible for the protection and security of naval installations, personnel, and assets worldwide. Originating from the traditional roles of Navy Master-at-Arms, the NSF was formally established to address evolving security threats, including terrorism, espionage, and sabotage. Throughout its history, the NSF has played a crucial role in force protection, anti-terrorism operations, and law enforcement activities both onshore and afloat. Their presence is vital for safeguarding key naval infrastructure and ensuring mission readiness in support of U.S. naval operations globally.
NAVCOMTELSTA SICILY
U.S. Navy
NAVFAC Guam
U.S. Navy
NAVFAC Guam, or Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Marianas, traces its origins to World War II when the U.S. Navy established a significant presence on Guam following the island’s liberation in 1944. Initially focused on constructing and maintaining critical wartime infrastructure, the unit played a key role in supporting naval operations in the Pacific Theater. Over the decades, NAVFAC Guam has evolved to provide comprehensive engineering, construction, and facilities management services for all U.S. military branches stationed on Guam and throughout the Marianas. Today, it remains a vital component of U.S. Indo-Pacific strategy, ensuring operational readiness and supporting the strategic posture of American forces in the region.
NAVSUPPACT DANANG
U.S. Navy
NCBC GULFPORT MS
U.S. Navy
NCTC GULFPORT
U.S. Navy
NMCB 17
U.S. Navy
NNPS ORLANDO
U.S. Navy
NRD OHIO
U.S. Navy
NSHS
U.S. Navy