The Murmansk joined the 2nd Cruiser Division on the division's formation in 1956.

She was heavily modernized between 1906 and 1910, and served in the 1st Cruiser Division after returning to the fleet.

There, he attempted to negotiate with the Chinese government to acquire a permanent naval base for the Cruiser Division.

The 6th Cruiser Division, which comprised four heavy cruisers, was also available to provide support if needed.

He became Rear Admiral in control of Cruiser Division 3 in 1939.

In 1933, the ship was assigned to Cruiser Division 3 of the Battle Fleet.

Gotō became a rear admiral on 15 November 1939 and was made commander of Cruiser Division 2.

After that, Melson commanded Cruiser Division 4 until April 1958.

In 1936, she became a gunnery training ship until June 1939, when she joined the 6th Cruiser Division.

Portland next joined Cruiser Division 4 for the next major campaign against the Philippines.