ABOUT
USS MARVIN SHIELDS
USS Marvin Shields (FF-1066) was a Knox-class frigate named in honor of Construction Mechanic Third Class Marvin Glenn Shields, the only Seabee to receive the Medal of Honor. Shields was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor for his heroism during the Vietnam War.
The ship was constructed by Todd Pacific Shipyards in Seattle, Washington. Its keel was laid down on April 12, 1968, launched on October 23, 1969, and commissioned into service on April 10, 1971. The ship was decommissioned on July 2, 1992, and struck from the Navy list on January 11, 1995.
Can Do
The ship’s motto, “Can Do,” reflected the indomitable spirit of its namesake. After decommissioning, the vessel was sold to Mexico, where it continued to serve until its decommissioning and scuttling in 2022. The legacy of CM3 Marvin Shields endures, with various facilities and memorials bearing his name, ensuring his heroism is remembered by future generations.
Over the Years
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![Group of men and women gathered in a conference room, posing for a photo.]()
2006 - San Diego, CA
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![Group of eleven men gathered in a room with wooden walls and warm lighting, some wearing name tags, posing for a photo.]()
2008 - St. Louis, MO
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2010 - San Diego, CA
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![Group of 11 men posing for a photo, seated and standing, in a room with white background and tall potted plants.]()
2012 - Las Vegas, NV
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![Seven older men gathered at an indoor garden or atrium with tropical plants and a multi-story building visible in the background. Four men are standing, three are sitting, and they are dressed casually, with some wearing hats. They appear to be enjoying a social event or reunion.]()
2014 - San Francisco, CA
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![Four men standing at a gravesite during a memorial event for Marvin Glenn Shields, who served from December 30, 1939, to June 10, 1965. The grave is decorated with American flags and floral wreaths, and some individuals are holding small flags. Background shows more people, some in military uniforms, and trees.]()
2015 - Gardiner, WA
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![A group of ten men standing in a line inside a room, dressed casually, some smiling, with a table in front of them holding food and drinks.]()
2016 - Branson, MO
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![Seven men standing outdoors in front of a large government building, wearing casual clothes and Navy veteran caps, some holding pamphlets.]()
2018 - Washington D.C.
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![Group of nine men standing inside a wood-paneled room, with a sign that reads 'Marvin G. Shields Post 26' and an American flag in the background.]()
2022 - Bremerton, WA
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![Group of men and women wearing matching black baseball caps, some with navy or black jackets, gathered indoors for a group photo near an American flag.]()
2024 - Nashville, TN
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JOIN US!
Join us for our next bi-annual reunion to be held 16-19 October 2026, at the Holiday in San Antonio, Texas. It’s a great time to catch up with old shipmates we haven’t seen for many years. We can talk sea stories, tell lies and overall, just have a fun and see the sights in San Antonio as well! Spouses/significant others/roommates, of course, are always welcome. Please join us…..see the registration form attached (you may need to take a screenshot of the form). Note that a limited number of scholarships are available.