Navy Region Mid-Atlantic Installations
Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek-Fort Story
Naval Station Newport Established in 1881, Newport has a rich history as the site of the Navy’s first recruit training station and the Naval War College, founded in 1883 and 1884, respectively. Today, the installation is a premier center of learning excellence, supporting nearly 50 commands and federal activities, and serving as a key training site for officers, enlisted personnel, and midshipmen. The base is also home to the Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Division Newport, a leading research and development hub for submarine warfare systems and undersea battlespace technology. Naval Station Norfolk Located in southeastern Virginia, Naval Station Norfolk is situated in the Sewells Point area of the city of Norfolk, within the Hampton Roads region. This area is comprised of several cities, including Newport News, Hampton, and Virginia Beach, and is home to over 1 million people. As the largest naval complex in the world, Naval Station Norfolk holds significant historical and strategic importance, situated near the site of the famous Civil War battle between the Monitor and Merrimac (CSS Virginia). Naval Weapons Station Crane Naval Weapons Station Crane is the third largest naval installation in the world, situated on 64,000 acres with more than 3,000 buildings and over 5,000 DoD civilian and contract personnel. Crane has evolved from its ordnance roots to become a global leader in developing innovative and technical products that meet the needs of modern warfighters, supporting the defense of the nation. Naval Submarine Base New London Located on the Thames River, straddling the communities of Groton and Ledyard, Naval
Submarine Base New London is the “Home of the Submarine Force” and the Navy’s first submarine base. The base, spanning over 680 acres, is home to 15 nuclear submarines, 160 major facilities, and more than 70 tenant commands, including the Submarine Learning Center and the Naval Submarine School. As a critical hub for submarine operations, the base’s mission is to support fleet readiness by providing quality service and facilities to its personnel, while also training sailors at the Submarine Center of Excellence to deploy submarines. Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads - Headquarters Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads is a major hub for fleet operations, boasting the largest concentration of fleet headquarters, administrative, and communication facilities outside of Washington, D.C. The base is home to over 6,000 personnel and hosts several key tenant commands, including U.S. Fleet Forces Command, Joint Staff Hampton Roads, and Naval Reserve Forces Command, among others, making it a critical center for naval operations and strategic planning. Naval Support Activity Hampton Roads - Northwest Annex Activated in 1955 as the U.S. Naval Radio Station, the base initially served as a receiving facility for naval activities in the Norfolk area. Over the years, the station underwent several transformations, becoming a component of the Naval Communication Station Norfolk in 1970 and later establishing the Naval Security Group Activity Northwest in 1975. Today, the base continues to evolve, hosting a diverse group of tenant commands and personnel, while maintaining its importance as a strategic communications hub.
Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek – Fort Story is the nation’s premier installation for housing and training Expeditionary Forces, consisting of two properties: JEB Fort Story and JEB Little Creek. The base has a rich history, with Fort Story being the site of the first English landing in 1607 and Little Creek serving as a key training ground for World War II amphibious forces. Today, the combined bases form a vital military hub, earning the title of the “crown jewel” of America’s military bases. Naval Air Station Oceana / Dam Neck Annex Naval Air Station Oceana serves as the Navy’s East Coast Master Jet Base, primarily housing F/A-18 Super Hornets. The base’s main mission is to provide the facilities, equipment and personnel to support shore- based readiness, total force readiness and maintain operational access of Oceana-based forces. With approximately 10,500 active- duty personnel, 10,000 family members, and 4,500 civilians, NAS Oceana is the second- largest employer in Virginia Beach. Naval Station Great Lakes Naval Station Great Lakes serves as the Navy’s only boot camp, hosting a transit population of 44,000 recruits annually. With 48 graduations each year, the base welcomes approximately 275,000 visitors, generating a substantial economic impact of $247 million. NSGL’s influence extends beyond the initial training period, with a student population of 13,000 recruits retained throughout the year. The base is also home to a fully integrated Active Duty and VA hospital, and its proximity to 10,000 local retirees and their families makes it a crucial touchpoint for Sailors at both the beginning and end of their Navy careers. As the only installation that every Sailor must visit for at least 10 weeks, NSGL has a profound impact on each individual’s journey in the Navy.
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