USS Guadalcanal LPH-7 — Embroidered Patch
Bloodshed and Victory
USS Guadalcanal (LPH-7) carried the name of one of the most brutal battles in Marine Corps history, projecting Marine helicopter assault forces across the globe. This patch represents the sailors and Marines who served aboard this distinguished amphibious warship.
USS Guadalcanal (LPH-7) was an Iwo Jima-class amphibious assault ship commissioned in 1963. The ship deployed Marine helicopter squadrons throughout the Cold War, participated in Operation Desert Storm, and provided humanitarian relief during numerous crises. Guadalcanal was decommissioned in 1994 after over three decades of service.
Perfect For:
USS Guadalcanal veterans, amphibious assault ship sailors, Marine helicopter assault community, and Navy warship heritage collectors.
USS Guadalcanal — Named for Valor.