Laffey helped capture Kerama Retto, bombarded shore establishments, harassed the enemy with fire at night and screened heavy units. In June 1958, she made a cruise to the Caribbean for a major exercise. After shakedown out of San Diego, she headed for the east coast of the US, arriving at Norfolk in February for overhaul followed by refresher training at Guantánamo Bay, Cuba. Ten seconds later, Rieman pursued a Kate torpedo plane, fired, and killed the Japanese pilot. The same day, she joined the screen of Task Force 38 (TF 38), then conducting airstrikes against enemy shipping, aircraft, and airfields in the Philippines. Two days later, the task group departed for a surveillance mission observing Soviet naval forces training in the Mediterranean. [7] On 16 April 2010, the Board of Trustees of Clemson University reached a lease agreement for Patriots Point organization to moor Laffey adjacent to Clemson's property at the former Navy base in North Charleston. USS Laffey (DD-459) was a Benson-class destroyer of the United States Navy during World War II. During a Confederate attack in 1864, he was awarded the Medal of Honor (MOH) for staying by his gun under a sustained heavy attack (at this time, the only medal the Union … Laffey visited Mediterranean ports of Naples, Italy; Théoule, France; Rota and Valencia, Spain, returning to Norfolk on 3 September. In the Mount 53 Experience exhibit, take a step back to April 16, 1945 during an historic kamikaze attack on the USS LAFFEY. USS Laffey (DD724) 8 February 1944 through 26 June 1945 The USS Laffey (DD 724) was commissioned at Boston Navy Yard on 8 February 1944, with Commander F.J. Becton, USN, assuming command. Click here for more information and to learn about new safety measures in place to protect visitors. I'll never abandon ship as long as a gun will fire." Laffey returned to Norfolk on 22 December. USS Laffey (DD-724) is an Allen M. Sumner-classdestroyer, which was constructed during World War II, laid down and launched in 1943, and commissioned in February 1944. USS Laffey (DD-724) is een vernietiger van Allen M. Sumner-klasse, die werd gebouwd tijdens de Tweede Wereldoorlog, vastgelegd en gelanceerd in 1943 en in gebruik werd genomen in februari 1944 Two days later, Laffey got underway for exercises but collided with PC-815 in a thick fog. She returned briefly to Naval Station Norfolk, where she served as a school ship, then headed for New York to join the screen of a convoy escort bound for Engla… USS Laffey alongside another U.S. Navy ship, while at sea in the South Pacific on 4 September 1942 Updated Sept. 2012 with video of Memorial Service at Laffey reunion. The upgraded touch-less ticketing system is now better than ever. In February 1947, Laffey made a cruise to Guam and Kwajalein and returned to Pearl Harbor on 11 March. 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Sumner-class destroyers of the United States Navy, Military and war museums in South Carolina, National Register of Historic Places in South Carolina, "USS Laffey DD-724 Arrives at Tacoma for Repairs", http://search.tacomapubliclibrary.org/southsound/southsound.asp?now=13/AUG/00, http://www.nps.gov/history/history/online_books/swcrc/37/chap2.htm, "National Register of Historic Places Inventory-Nomination: Laffey", http://pdfhost.focus.nps.gov/docs/NHLS/Text/83002189.pdf, "Accompanying photos, exterior and interior, from 19. Upon arrival, she joined the 6th Fleet which was patrolling the Israeli-Egyptian border. While in the Bermuda area, on 10 March, Laffey rescued nineteen survivors of a PBY-5A which had crashed 24 … LAFFEY'S last ribbon. We are open and "White Glove Certified." She … 1970 Roster (USS Laffey DD 724) During one of the USS Laffey's last deployments, one from 30 April to 17 November, 1970, The Laffey participated in the Contingency Crisis of the U.S. Sixth Fleet which was created by the Jordanian Civil War. ', Supporting The Allied Invasion Of Normandy, Under Attack; Heroic Crew Saves Their Ship, Active Duty / Retired Military (ID required), (circa 1944) 6 x 5 in./38 guns (12 cm), 12 x 40mm AA guns, 11 x 20mm AA guns, 10 x 21 in. Laffey continued to make regular Mediterranean cruises with the 6th Fleet and participated in numerous operational and training exercises in the Atlantic and Caribbean. DD-724 was named in honor of LAFFEY (DD-459), sunk during the Naval Battle for Guadalcanal (13 November 1942). Laffey earned five battle stars and a Presidential Unit Citation for her World War II service and two battle stars for her Korean War service. This incarnation managed to survive the rest of the war and served into the Cold War decades before being decommissioned and saved as a floating museum at Patriot's Point, South … Upon completion of underway training, Laffey visited Washington Navy Yard for 1 day and departed 28 February 1944, arriving Bermuda 4 March. The next day, the Japanese launched another air attack with some 50 planes: Meanwhile, four FM-2 Wildcats took off from the escort carrier Shamrock Bay, attempting to intercept kamikazes attacking Laffey. Pleasant, South Carolina. From October 1963 - June 1964, Laffey operated with a hunter-killer group along the eastern seaboard, and on 12 June made a midshipmen cruise to the Mediterranean, arriving in Palma de Mallorca on 23 June. USS Laffey (DD-724) is an Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer, which was constructed during World War II, laid down and launched in 1943, and commissioned in February 1944. The Val was later destroyed by a Corsair. This is the talk page for discussing improvements to the USS Laffey (DD-724) article. In mid January 1952, she sailed for Korea, arriving in March. Charleston, SC. USS Laffey alongside another U.S. Navy ship, while at sea in the South Pacific on 4 September 1942. On 15 April 1945, Laffey was assigned to radar picket station 1 about 30 mi (26 nmi; 48 km) north of Okinawa, and joined in repulsing an air attack which downed 13 enemy aircraft that day. USS Laffey is a National Historic Landmark and is preserved as memorial and berthed at Patriots Point, Charleston, South Carolina. Another Val came from the stern and dropped a bomb detonating off the port side. When international tensions eased, Laffey returned to Norfolk on 20 February 1957, and resumed operations along the Atlantic coast. Patriots Point Charleston [South Carolina] Naval & Maritime Museum, 724 USS Laffey. Commands listed for USS Laffey (ii) (DD 724) Please note that we're still working on this section. Both ships were named in honor of Seaman Bartlett Laffey, a Civil War Medal of Honor recipient. The last attacker, a Judy, was shot down by a Corsair. On 12 June, pursuing enemy E-boats that had torpedoed the destroyer Nelson, Laffey broke up their tight formation, preventing further attacks. Laffey was hit above the waterline by a ricocheting shell, but it failed to explode and did little damage. Screening duties completed, Laffey returned to England, arriving at Portsmouth on 22 June, where she tied up alongside the battleship Nevada. Laffey then operated out of Norfolk, making a Caribbean cruise. The USS Laffey (DD-724), a United States Navy Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer, was named for seaman Bartlett Laffey who was assigned to a 12-pound howitzer gun crew on the stern wheel gunboat, the USS Marmora. Laffey was declared a National Historic Landmark in 1986. The Japanese tried to sink her and then she tried to sink herself sitting here. 1944. F. Julian. In February, she supported TF 58, conducting diversionary air strikes on Tokyo and direct air support of Marines fighting on Iwo Jima. torpedo tubes, 6 x depth charge projectors, 2 x depth charge tracks. USS Laffey (DD-724) là một tàu khu trục lớp Allen M. Sumner được Hải quân Hoa Kỳ chế tạo trong Chiến tranh Thế giới thứ hai.Nó là chiếc tàu chiến thứ hai của Hải quân Mỹ được đặt theo tên Bartlett Laffey (1841-1901), một thủy thủ từng được trao tặng Huân chương … Laffey is a U.S. National Historic Landmark and is preserved as a museum ship in Charleston, South Carolina.[1]. The other three Wildcats destroyed a few aircraft and then interfered with the enemy's attack runs after they exhausted their ammunition until forced to return to Shamrock Bay when their fuel ran too low to stay. She earned two battle stars for her service. She then headed for the Mediterranean and rejoined the 6th Fleet. She was part of the longest naval bombardment of the Korean War at Wonsan Harbor in mine-infested waters. Laffey transited the Suez Canal on 14 December, stopped at Massana, Eritrea, and continued on to the Aramco loading port of Ras Tanura, Saudi Arabia, where she spent Christmas. USS Laffey (DD-724), an Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer, was the 2nd ship of the United States Navy to be named for Bartlett Laffey. Sep 12, 2018 - USS Laffey (DD-724) is a WWII, Korean War, and Cold War, Allen M. Sumner class destroyer of the US Navy. She entered drydock at Todd Shipyard Corp.[3] for repair until 6 September, then sailed for San Diego, arriving on 9 September. Laffey survived despite being badly damaged by four bombs, six kamikaze crashes, and strafing fire that killed 32 and wounded 71. Talk:USS Laffey (DD-724) Jump to navigation Jump to search. "[4] Upon completion of decontamination, she sailed for the west coast via Pearl Harbor arriving San Diego on 22 August for operations along the west coast. This is not a forum for general discussion of the article's subject. In October 2008, it was discovered that over 100 leaks had sprung up in Laffey's hull,[6] and officials at Patriots Point were afraid that the ship would sink at her mooring. She was the first destroyer named for Bartlett Laffey. In May, with Captain Henry J. Conger in command, Laffey sailed to Wonsan Harbor where she took part in blockade operations in Korea. 1970 Roster (USS Laffey DD 724) During one of the USS Laffey's last deployments, one from 30 April to 17 November, 1970, The Laffey participated in the Contingency Crisis of the U.S. Sixth Fleet which was created by the Jordanian Civil War. LAFFEY, Captain Conger conducted a series of daring counterbattery duels with the enemy and was greatly instrumental in the success achieved by his ship. Updated Dec. 9, 2012 with NBC News interview to Save Museum Ships. Laffey immediately prepared for the invasion of France. Bird, Allyson (11 February 2010). Two weeks later, Laffey set course for Norfolk, arriving on 25 August. The Corsair lined up behind two Oscars approaching from the bow, took out one, and was shot down by the other. Laffey returned to San Diego on 17 June, was decommissioned on 30 June 1947, and entered the Pacific Reserve Fleet. Le 11 novembre, il sauve un pilote japonais blessé, tombé dans l’eau avec son parachute. By his inspiring leadership, sound judgment and zealous devotion to duty throughout, Captain Conger contributed materially to the success of the Naval blockade of the east coast of Korea and upheld the highest traditions of the United States Naval Service. USS Laffey (DD-724) Pour les autres navires du même nom, voir USS Laffey. Laffey set out in September on a vigorous training program designed to blend the crew into an effective fighting team and continued this training until February 1963, when she assumed the duties of service ship for the Norfolk Test and Evaluation Detachment. In October, she visited Antwerp, Belgium, returning to Norfolk on 20 October, but headed back to the Mediterranean in January 1961. Laffey sailed for home in mid-August and arrived at Norfolk on 28 August. Commissioned 8 February 1944, Cdr. Launched, Nov 21, 1943, she earned the nickname "The Ship That Would Not Die" for her service during D-Day and the battle of Okinawa, when she successfully withstood a determined Japanese assault by bombers and the most unrelenting kamikaze air attacks in history. Laffey returned to Ulithi on 22 November, and on 27 November set course for Leyte Gulf with ships of Destroyer Squadron 60 (DesRon 60). Seaman Laffey was awarded the Medal of Honor for his stand against Confederate forces on 5 March 1864. "Will friends be able to save the 'Ship that Would Not Die'?". USS Laffey (DD-724) is an Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer, which was constructed during World War II, laid down and launched in 1943, and commissioned in February 1944.The ship earned the nickname "The Ship That Would Not Die" for her exploits during the D-Day invasion and the battle of Okinawa when she successfully withstood a determined assault by conventional bombers and the … One of the Wildcat pilots, Carl Rieman, made a dive into the kamikaze formation and targeted a Val. HullNumber.com's mission is to provide a means for shipmates to keep in touch with one another. Upon completion of underway training, Laffey visited Washington Navy Yard for 1 day and departed 28 February 1944, arriving Bermuda 4 March. On 25 June, she got underway with the battleship to join Bombardment Group 2 shelling the formidable defenses at Cherbourg-Octeville. USS LAFFEY (DD-724) Crew Links. [7] On 19 August 2009, she was towed to Detyens Shipyards[7] in North Charleston on the Cooper River for repair in drydock. Ten days later, Laffey joined Task Group 77.3 (TG 77.3) for patrol duty of Mindoro. One of Laffey's gunners hit the Oscar, causing it to crash into the ship's mast and fall into the water. The USS LAFFEY (DD-724) is the most decorated World War II era US Destroyer still in existence. The Germans tried to sink her. She's whipped them all and she's back again. 104 likes. Underwent FRAM II (Fleet Rehabilitation and Modernization) conversion. Laffey received the US Presidential Unit Citation and five battle stars for World War II service, the Korean Presidential Unit Citation and two battle stars for Korean War service, and the Meritorious Unit Commendation. Leaving the screen temporarily, Laffey raced to Plymouth to replenish and returned to the coast of Normandy the next day. Said one veteran, "This means a lot of years of fighting to get her saved again. Updated August, 2010 with local news article about status. In mid-August, she participated in a large naval NATO exercise. DD-724 was named in honor of LAFFEY (DD-459), sunk during the Naval Battle for Guadalcanal (13 November 1942). Retiring to the Caroline Islands, Laffey arrived at Ulithi on 27 January. The ship earned the nickname "The Ship That Would Not Die" for her exploits during the D-Day invasion and the battle of Okinawa when she successfully withstood a determined assault by both conventional and the most unrelenting kamikaze air attacks in history. She returned briefly to Naval Station Norfolk, where she served as a school ship, then headed for New York to join the screen of a convoy escort bound for England on 14 May. Late in February, Laffey carried vital intelligence information to Admiral Chester Nimitz at Guam, arriving on 1 March. After fitting out, the ship underwent shakedown at Bermuda, arriving back at Boston on 2 April. The ship earned the nickname "The Ship That Would Not Die" for her exploits during the D-Day invasion and the battle of … In the midst of heated battle Laffey landed a 12-pound howitzer and her crew. USS Laffey (DD-724) The Ship That Wouldn't Die The USS Laffey (DD-724) was laid down 28 June 1943 by Bath Iron Works Corp., Bath, Maine. USS Laffey (ii) (DD 724) Destroyer of the Allen M. Sumner class. USS Laffey (DD 724) - (DD 459). Against time". Upon completion of underway training, Laffey visited Washington Navy Yard for 1 day and departed 28 February 1944, arriving Bermuda 4 March. On 23 October, after extensive training, Laffey, departed for the war zone, via Eniwetok mooring at Ulithi on 5 November. Operating with the 7th Fleet, Laffey screened the big ships against submarine and air attacks, covered the landings at Ormoc Bay on 7 December, silenced a shore battery, and shelled enemy troop concentrations. F. J. Beston in command. See more ideas about uss laffey, warship, battleship. The pursuing Corsair also crashed into the ship's radar antenna and fell into the water, but the pilot was later rescued by LCS-51. On 21 March, she sortied with the task force for the Okinawa invasion. [9] Laffey was returned to Patriots Point on 25 January 2012 with more than a dozen former crew members among the crowd on hand to greet her. Bartlett Laffey, born in Ireland in 1841, enlisted in the Navy on 17 March 1862 and was assigned to stern wheel gunboat Marmora. Laffey was recommissioned on 26 January 1951, with Commander Charles Holovak in command. After a short upkeep in San Pedro Bay, Leyte on 8 December, Laffey with ships of Close Support Group 77.3 departed on 12 December for Mindoro, where she supported the landings on 15 December. On 7 November 1956, Laffey departed Norfolk and headed for the Mediterranean at the height of the Suez Crisis. After returning briefly to San Pedro Bay, she rejoined the 7th Fleet, and during the month of January 1945 screened amphibious ships landing troops in the Lingayen Gulf area of Luzon. Returning to Norfolk the next month, Laffey resumed regular operations until 7 August 1959, when she deployed with DesRon 32 for the Mediterranean. On 5 October, she sailed for Pearl Harbor, arriving on 11 October. She rescued all but one of the PC's crew before returning to San Diego for repairs. Laffey (DD-724) was laid down 28 June 1943 by Bath Iron Works Corp., Bath, Maine; launched 21 November; sponsored by Miss Beatrice F. Laffey, daughter of Seaman Laffey, and commissioned 8 February 1944, Comdr. For her Steadfast service as a screening destroyer and radar picket ship, LAFFEY was awarded the Meritorious Unit Citation. Laffey operated in the Persian Gulf until late January 1960, when she transited the Suez Canal and headed for home, arriving at Norfolk on 28 February. The Corsair lined up behind an Oscar making a strafing approach on Laffey from starboard. [5], Laffey is currently a museum ship at Patriots Point in Charleston, South Carolina, alongside two other US National Historic Landmarks: the aircraft carrier Yorktown, and submarine Clamagore. Laffey departed the Far East bound for the east coast via the Suez Canal arriving Norfolk on 25 August. Laffey's keel was laid down on 28 June 1943 by Bath Iron Works Corp., Bath, Maine; launched on 21 November; sponsored by Ms. Beatrice F. Laffey, daughter of Seaman Laffey; and commissioned on 8 February 1944, with Commander F. Julian Becton in command. 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