WASHINGTON (Sputnik) — The new destroyer is named after Lt. John Finn, who exhibited heroism and received the Medal of Honor during Japan’s attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941.
“Designated DDG 113, John Finn is the 63rd Arleigh Burke class destroyer, and will be able to conduct a variety of operations, from peacetime presence and crisis management to sea control and power projection,” the US Navy said on Thursday.
Navy to christen new destroyer for LT John Finn, MOH #PearlHarbor Finn bravely defended Kaneohe against Jap strafers pic.twitter.com/Z9xBhCswM6
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The Navy explained that the destroyer will be capable of engaging in air, surface and subsurface battles simultaneously.
“[It] will contain a myriad of offensive and defensive weapons designed to support maritime warfare including integrated air and missile defense capabilities,” the statement said.
Film explores Medal of Honor Recipient, Lt. John Finn: http://t.co/mK17jT9Q via @youtube~WWII
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