USS Kidd (DDG-993)
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USS Kidd (DDG-993)
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USS Kidd (DDG-993) was the lead ship in her class of destroyers operated by the U.S. Navy. Derived from the Spruance-class, these vessels were designed for air defense in hot weather. The vessel was the second named after Medal of Honor recipient Rear Admiral Isaac C. Kidd, who was aboard USS Arizona during the attack on Pearl Harbor, and was the first American flag officer to die in World War II. Originally named Kouroush, the ship was ordered by the Shah of Iran but was undelivered when the 19
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2024-03-17T06:46:53Z
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