USS Guam LPH-9 — Embroidered Patch
Island Warrior
USS Guam (LPH-9) was an Iwo Jima-class amphibious assault ship that carried the name of a Pacific island liberated by Marines in World War II. This patch represents the sailors and Marines who served aboard this amphibious workhorse.
USS Guam (LPH-9) was commissioned in 1965 as an Iwo Jima-class amphibious assault helicopter carrier. The ship served throughout the Cold War, deploying Marine helicopter squadrons and embarked Marines to crisis zones in the Mediterranean, Caribbean, and Atlantic. Guam participated in major exercises and real-world operations before decommissioning in 1998.
Perfect For:
USS Guam veterans, amphibious assault ship sailors, Marine amphibious operations community, and Navy warship collectors.
USS Guam — Island Warrior.