In 1868, Connecticut gave the Navy land and, in 1872, two brick buildings and a "T" shaped pier were built and officially declared a Navy Yard. Today the Naval Submarine Base New London (SUBASE NLON), located on the east side of Thames River in Groton, CT, proudly claims its motto to be "The First and Finest."
SUBASE NLON offers a wide range of support services for military and family members. You can find assistance for child care, parenting, basic skills for living (budgeting and stress management), educational opportunities, employment assistance, spiritual guidance, legal assistance, new parent support, and for a variety of other needs and interests.
At the "heart" of these support services is the Navy Fleet and Family Support Center as it provides a valuable link to other support services through its extensive Information and Referral (I & R) assistance. The NFSC, the Base Chaplain's Office, Navy Legal Services, Navy-Marine Corps Relief Society, and many other organizations are here to assist you in time of need.