Fletcher class destroyer

The United States Navy commissioned 175 Fletcher-class destroyers between 1942 and 1944. They were built by shipyards across the United States for service in World War II, and some served during the Korean War and into the Vietnam War.

Related Topics:
United States Navy - Destroyer - 1942 - 1944 - Shipyard - United States - World War II - Korean War - Vietnam War

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Many of the ships were sold to other navies after the war and continued service throughout the world into the 1990s.

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The Allen M. Sumner and Gearing classes are derivatives of the Fletcher class.

Related Topics:
''Allen M. Sumner'' - ''Gearing'' classes

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