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 USS Norfolk SSN 714   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
The nuclear powered, fast attack submarine USS Norfolk (SSN 741) is the third naval vessel to be named after the City of Norfolk, Va.
The first Norfolk was a brigantine built by the City of Norfolk during hostilities with France in 1798.
The second USS Norfolk (DL-1) was a submarine hunter killer ship and was the first major warship built after World War II.
www.csg2.navy.mil /Norfolk/norfolk.htm   (212 words)

  
 USS Norfolk
The brig Norfolk was built by the ecity of Norfolk, Va. for the public service at the beginning of the Quasi-War with France in 1798.
Norfolk then sailed to St. Kitts to join Truxtun's squadron; she arrived Bassateere Roads 17 May and was subsequently ordered to Commodore Tingey's Squadron.
Norfolk sailed in June and enroute encountered two Freneh privateers, but both escaped, one after a half hour's fight in which Lt. Calvert was seriously wounded.
www.multied.com /navy/Brigatines/norfolk.html   (441 words)

  
 USS Norfolk (1798) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
The first USS Norfolk was a brig in the United States Navy during the Quasi-War with France.
Norfolk was built by the city of Norfolk, Virginia for the public service at the beginning of the Quasi-War with France in 1798.
Norfolk then sailed to St. Kitts to join Truxtun’s squadron; she arrived Basse-terre Roads 17 May and was subsequently ordered to Commodore Thomas Tingey’s Squadron.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/USS_Norfolk_(1798)   (522 words)

  
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The USS Bon Homme Richard left San Francisco 29 Oct. and proceeded to Pearl Harbor for conversion to troop transport duty.
Bon Homme Richard aircraft and those of the USS Princeton were to suppress the flak units for the remainder of the strike group.
While en route to Yokosuka, she was suddenly called back to the task force to take the place of the USS Boxer which had been seriously damaged by a hanger deck fire.
www.ussbhr.org /History_Page.htm   (8175 words)

  
 Fleet Week - New York City
USS Kearsarge returns to New York City, having served as the primary Navy unit participating in the 1995 New York City Veteran’s Day activities, which marked America’s tribute to the 50th Anniversary of the end of World War II.
USS Anzio is named after a World War II battle in which 28,000 Allied forces lost their lives.
USS Mason (DE-529) has the distinction of being the only U.S. Navy destroyer to be manned with a predominantly fl enlisted crew.
www.fleetweek.navy.mil /ships.htm   (1430 words)

  
 USS Norfolk Returns Home to Namesake City as Part of ESG 8   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
NORFOLK, Va. (NNS) -- The fast-attack submarine USS Norfolk (SSN 714) returned home to friends and family in Norfolk, Va., May 7 after a successful six-month deployment as part of the USS Nassau (LHA 4) Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG).
Norfolk brought stealth, endurance, mobility, agility and persistence while executing multimission tasking in direct support of the global war on terrorism.
Norfolk Tides Baseball team mascot, Rip Tide, joined the large group of family and friends gathered on pier 3 to welcome the crew as they stepped off the submarine.
www.freerepublic.com /focus/f-news/1628949/posts   (448 words)

  
 USS Wisconsin- Norfolk, Virginia
The Wisconsin (along with USS Iowa in Suisun Bay, California) has been restored to the Inactive Fleet, having been stricken and then restored to the Naval Register in the 1990s.
Although many may argue that the USS Missouri was the 'last' battleship, there is no contesting that the Wisconsin bears the final hull number ever assigned to a United States BB.
Included with the photographs is an unexpected find just outside Nauticus; an anchor from USS Antietam, saved when she was decommissioned and then presented to the citizens of Norfolk in 1983.
www.taskforce1.org /wisconsin.htm   (488 words)

  
 AFS 2   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
USS SYLVANIA was built by the National Steel and Shipbuilding Company of San Diego, California, and was commissioned 11 July 1964 in Long Beach, California.
From 25 April 1965 until 30 September 1969, USS SYLVANIA was homeported in Naples, Italy, and assigned to the SIXTH Fleet.
USS SYLVANIA has earned numerous awards and commendations, including the following citations: three awards of the Battle Efficiency "E", the Navy Unit Commendation for Desert Storm, the Navy Expeditionary Medal for her participation in Sixth Fleet peacekeeping efforts in Lebanon in 1983, two awards of the National Defense Service
www.usssylvania.org /afs2.htm   (799 words)

  
 Norfolk (DL 1)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
After her Caribbean shakedown cruise (February 1954), Norfolk was assigned to the Atlantic Fleet and between 1955 and 1957 served successively as flagship for Commander Destroyer Flotillas 2, 4, and 6.
On 10 May 1960, an 83-foot Cuban vessel harassed Norfolk while she was patrolling the Florida Straits with The Sullivans (DD-537) in international waters.
Norfolk was assigned to Commander Middle East Forees as flagship (17 April-15 October 1968).
www.hazegray.org /danfs/dl-dlg/dl1.htm   (430 words)

  
 USS Putnam (DD 757) History Page
USS Putnam inched in dangerously close to the beach to blast shore installations in support of the invading Marines and illuminated Japanese troop concentrations at night with star shells.
USS Putnam was one of three destroyers assigned during the period from 19 through 25 April 1948 to the United Nations mediator, Count Folke Bernadotte, to attempt to maintain peace between Arab and Israeli forces.
USS Putnam departed Norfolk on 25 September and transited the Suez Canal on 15 October, arriving at Yokosuka, Japan, on 10 November.
www.mustangone.com /putnam/dd757.html   (1174 words)

  
 USS Norfolk (SSN 714)
This section contains the names of sailors who served aboard USS NORFOLK.
It is no official listing but contains the names of sailors who submitted their information.
USS NORFOLK collides with USS SAN DIEGO (AFS 6) on the surface as both ships are heading out to sea, causing minor damage and no injuries.
navysite.de /ssn/ssn714.htm   (96 words)

  
 USS THUNDERCHILD
On an accelerated course, with a major in flight operations, he graduated regular Academy in 2405 and was immediately enrolled in Flight School at the Yeager Sedona Academy, one of Starfleet's top gun schools, in fall of 2406.
Subsequent missions undertaken by the Norfolk involved patrolling Alpha quadrant regions notorious for piracy and mercenary attacks on poorly defended colonies, and Ensign March was promoted to Ltjg in 2409.
The NORFOLK being 42 years old at the end of 2410, was recalled for a major refit and new crew in early 2411, and Lt. March was transferred to the USS THUNDERCHILD in February of 2411, as Flight Group Squadron Leader.
members.tripod.com /ussthunderchild/crew/march.html   (1185 words)

  
 Action on the USS Ranger - Air Group 4
He is meticulous in describing USS Ranger Task Force assignments, operational aircraft accidents, submarine encounters, combat situations, and routine patrols.
He was transferred from the Ranger to the USS Philippine Sea on September 11, 1946.
A crane lowers a P-38 to the flight deck of the USS Ranger.
www.airgroup4.com /crochet.htm   (3709 words)

  
 Where are the Carriers? - Navy Ships
USS Theodore Roosevelt Battle Group returns to Norfolk; USS Kennedy Battle Group deploys Navy News Service (Sept. 30, 1999)Theodore Roosevelt Battle Group returned from a six-month operational cruise to the Mediterranean Sea and Persian Gulf, while the John F. Kennedy Battle Group departed for its routine deployment.
USS Nassau ARG required for humanitarian relief; return to homeport my be delayed The USS Nassau Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) will remain on station in the Adriatic conducting urgent humanitarian relief operations in support of ongoing operations in Kosovo.
USS Enterprise Battle Group, USS Nassau Amphibious Ready Group begin deployment Navnews 11 November 1998 -- Secretary of Defense William S. Cohen on Tuesday announced that the transit of USS Enterprise be accelerated to have the ship arrive in the Arabian Gulf by Nov. 23, instead of the planned arrival on Nov. 26.
www.fas.org /man/dod-101/sys/ship/where.htm   (4438 words)

  
 USN Ships--USS Norfolk Packet (1862-1865)
USS Norfolk Packet, a 349-ton mortar schooner, was built in 1851 at East Haddam, Connecticut, as a civilian vessel.
USS Norfolk Packet was decommissioned in July 1865 and sold a month later.
In the left foreground, firing on the fort, are the mortar schooners C.P. Williams, Norfolk Packet and Para.
www.history.navy.mil /photos/sh-usn/usnsh-n/norf-pkt.htm   (377 words)

  
 1973
Coming primarily to cover commissioning of USS MILLER (DE 1091), several of the members of the group were quartered aboard NEWPORT NEWS during their stay in Norfolk.
NEWPORT NEWS refueled USS GREEN BAY (PG 101) on 3DEC, and was refueled by USS CANISTEO (AO 99) on the 4th and 5th (from 2325-0130).
During the Norfolk transit another fantail cookout with ship's musical groups was held, with a talent contest added to the entertainment portion of the 9DEC afternoon.
www.uss-newport-news.com /hist/1973.htm   (2409 words)

  
 Welcome to USS Norfolk - SSN 714 !!
The winning entry was submitted by John Pollock, a senior at Maury High School in Norfolk, and was unveiled at a ceremony during the City of Norfolk's Tricentennial Celebration.
The nuclear-powered fast attack submarine USS NORFOLK (SSN 714) is the third naval vessel to be named after the City of Norfolk, Virginia.
The second NORFOLK (DL-1) was a submarine hunter killer ship and was the first major warship built after World War II.
www.military.com /HomePage/UnitPageFullText/1,13476,700328,00.html   (199 words)

  
 NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
The USS Chesapeake was built at Gosport Navy Yard, now Norfolk Naval Shipyard, between December 1798 and December 1799.
Congressional authorization to build the first frigates, including the USS Chesapeake, after the American Revolution was on March 29 1794.
The CHESAPEAKE was attacked by the British LEOPARD off Cape Henry in 1807 which affair led to the duel between Commodores James Barron and Stephen Decatur, and was one of the causes leading to the War of 1812.
www.nnsy1.navy.mil /History/CHESAPEA.HTM   (175 words)

  
 USS Enterprise Departs for Six-Month Deployment
060502-N-9562H-092 Norfolk, Va. (May 2, 2006) - Sailors man the rails as the nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) departs Naval Station Norfolk.
The Enterprise Carrier Strike group is commencing a scheduled deployment in support of the global war on terrorism.
USS ENTERPRISE, At Sea (NNS) -- The nuclear-powered aircraft carrier USS Enterprise (CVN 65) and embarked Carrier Air Wing (CVW) 1 departed Naval Station Norfolk, Va., May 2 for a regularly scheduled six-month deployment.
www.news.navy.mil /search/display.asp?story_id=23479   (231 words)

  
 Ten US Navy Carriers Now At Sea - Only Two In Port USS Carl Vinson Has Gone Out
Of the remaining 2 carriers only USS Nimitz is deployable as the USS Eisenhower is having its nuclear power plant refuelled and will be out of commission for several years.
The Norfolk-based USS Harry S. Truman CSG will conduct a scheduled training exercise followed by overseas pulse operations with the Norfolk-based USS Enterprise CSG, beginning early this month.
USS Ronald Reagan will conduct operations in the U.S. Northern Command and U.S. Southern Command theaters during the ship's interfleet transfer from Norfolk, Va., to its Pacific Fleet homeport of San Diego.
www.rense.com /general53/port.htm   (263 words)

  
 Nassau ESG Returns to Norfolk
060503-N-7987M-296 Norfolk, Va. (May 4, 2006) - Family and friends cheer Sailors aboard the amphibious transport dock ship USS Austin (LPD 4) during a homecoming celebration at Naval Station Norfolk.
Austin, part of the Nassau Expeditionary Strike group, returned to Norfolk after successfully completing a six month deployment in support of the global war on terrorism.
The guided-missile destroyer USS Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) and attack submarine USS Norfolk (SSN 714) are due home May 7.
www.news.navy.mil /search/display.asp?story_id=23490   (619 words)

  
 News -- Why we’re deploying troops near Nigeria — U.S.
FRP is about new ways of operating, training, manning, and maintaining the fleet that results in increased force readiness and the ability to provide significant combat power to the President in response to a national emergency or crisis,” the statement issued Wednesday said.
USS Ronald Reagan will conduct operations in the U.S. Northern Command and U.S. Southern Command theaters during the ship’s interfleet transfer from Norfolk, Virginia, to its Pacific Fleet homeport of San Diego.
USS Harry S. Truman is participating in the exercise named: “Combined Joint Task Force Exercise 04-2 (CJTFEX 04-2) from June 12-21.
www.odili.net /news/source/2004/jun/4/39.html   (868 words)

  
 Program Executive Office Ships Homepage - Current and Future Surface Combatant, Amphibious and Auxiliary Ships
NORFOLK, Va. (NNS) -- More than 600 Sailors aboard the guided-missile destroyer USS Porter (DDG 78) and the frigate USS Carr (FFG 52), homeported in Norfolk, deployed Nov. 28 in support of the global war on terrorism.
NORFOLK, Va. (NNS) -- The fast-attack submarine USS Norfolk (SSN 714) departed from its namesake homeport Nov. 7 for a six-month deployment as part of the USS Nassau (LHA 4) Expeditionary Strike Group (ESG).
Norfolk is heading to the U.S. Central Command area of responsibility (AOR) in support of the global war on terrorism (GWOT).
peoships.crane.navy.mil /news/nov05.htm   (614 words)

  
 USS Nassau Strike Group Transits Suez Canal - DefendAmerica News Article
ABOARD USS NASSAU, Nov. 28, 2005 — Expeditionary Strike Group 8 passed through the Suez Canal Nov. 26, entering the 5th Fleet area of operations to conduct maritime security operations and support further tasking from the U.S. Central Command.
As the amphibious assault ship USS Nassau, the flagship for Expeditionary Strike Group 8, passed through the Suez Canal, some sailors and Marines were topside to observe the landscape.
In addition to the Nassau, the strike group includes the guided-missile cruiser USS Cape St. George, the amphibious transport dock USS Austin, the dock landing ship USS Carter Hall, the guided-missile destroyer USS Winston Churchill and the attack submarine USS Norfolk.
www.defendamerica.mil /articles/nov2005/a112805ms2.html   (488 words)

  
 USS Nassau Loads Gear for Deploying Marine Unit - DefendAmerica News Article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
The unit is composed of four basic elements: a command element, ground combat element, aviation combat element and the unit service support group, each of which must be moved aboard Nassau for deployment.
The advanced party of approximately 22 Marines and sailors began that mission in Norfolk Oct. 31.
A Marine Corps gunnery sergeant directs a forklift through the hangar bay of the amphibious assault ship USS Nassau, Oct. 31, 2005, at Naval Station Norfolk, Va., in preparation for a six-month deployment in support of the Global War on Terrorism.
www.defendamerica.mil /articles/nov2005/a110305wm1.html   (572 words)

  
 USS Nimitz (CVN-68) Association   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
USS NIMITZ had sailed from Norfolk in October 2001, shortly after the tragic terrorist attack on the United States on September 11th.
The Association donated $1600 to purchase a plaque to honor NIMITZ dead to be affixed to the “Norfolk Monument” located adjacent to the USS WISCONSIN Memorial on the Norfolk Waterfront.
USS NIMITZ scheduled a Family Cruise for August 21st, and several Association Members traveled to San Diego to "spend another day at" sea in The Great Ship Nimitz.
www.ussnimitzassociation.org /history.aspx   (3700 words)

  
 Cheney Thanks Sailors, Marines at Norfolk Rally   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-17)
The audience included sailors from USS Nassau, USS Cape St. George, USS Austin, USS Winston S. Churchill, USS Carter Hall and USS Norfolk, and Marines from the 22nd Marine Expeditionary Unit.
Cheney spoke before a group of sailors from the USS Nassau Expeditionary strike group who returned in May from a six-month deployment in the Middle-East and Mediterranean.
Cheney addressed sailors from the USS Nassau Expeditionary strike group who returned in May from a six-month deployment in the Middle East and Mediterranean.
www.freerepublic.com /focus/f-news/1663363/posts   (861 words)

  
 USS TIDEWATER AD31 Home Page
Served on the Tidewater, the USS Wright and the Uss Seriria.
Was transferred to the USS Canberra in Jan 1963 and did the Med Cruise that year and was discharged in Sept 1963.
Was on a grunch of Destroyers in Mayport and Norfolk.
www.usstidewater.org /fantail.html   (12363 words)

  
 Attack On The USS Cole (DDG-67)
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The Cole and two other destroyers in the Norfolk-based Surface Strike Group, the USS Thorn and USS Gonzalez, are now scheduled to head to the Mediterranean Sea for about 6 months.
This question of photo attribution may not seem to be a major issue, but where editorial integrity is concerned -- it is. Also important is any "accuracy issue" where U.S. men and women in uniform are concerned.
www.cargolaw.com /2000nightmare_cole.html   (2744 words)

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