Paul Marion

The Marine Detachment aboard USS Hunley (AS-31) was established to provide security, ceremonial duties, and support to the submarine tender during her service with the U.S. Navy from 1962 to 1994. Comprised of a small contingent of U.S. Marines, the detachment was responsible for safeguarding the ship’s sensitive operations, especially during resupply and maintenance of ballistic missile submarines. Marines aboard the Hunley also participated in shipboard drills, inspections, and represented the Navy and Marine Corps at various port calls and official functions. The detachment’s presence underscored the importance of security and discipline aboard one of the Navy’s most vital support vessels during the Cold War era.