Originally founded in June of 1998, our unit was commissioned as “The Flying Midshipman Training Air Wing.” The unit was based out of TISCOM Coast Guard Base Alexandria and consisted of about 25 members. In June of 2000, LT Vinson Nash took the helm, leading the Alexandria Division through June of 2014 when he passed command of the unit to his successor. During the Nash Administration, the Alexandria Division transitioned to FT Belvior and was co-stationed with NMCB 23, a unit of Navy Seabees. The Alexandria Division’s Color Guard is renowned, often receiving awards from various organizations for their proficiency. The Alexandria Division Color Guard had a working agreement with the USA Old Guard and is well-versed in ceremonial decorum.
In June of 2014, LT Gloria Payne, a retired U.S Naval Supply Corps Officer took command of the Alexandria Division. During her tenure, the Alexandria Division changed their mission from Combat Construction to Community Service and Outreach. The Alexandria Division’s staff expanded upon these ideals and created special teams to further the interests of the unit and give cadets an opportunity to specialize in certain fields during their time in the unit.
Today, the unit is commanded by Lieutenant Jason Ellars, a US Navy veteran from the mine countermeasures community and an information technology specialist. Come check us out as we develop and train a new generation of Sea Cadets and prepare them to chart their own course!