Description: Acquired as part of a large WWI photo collection. The USS Caldwell (DD-69) was the lead ship of her class of destroyers in the United States Navy. Named after Lieutenant James R. Caldwell, a naval officer who served with distinction during the Quasi-War with France and the First Barbary War, the ship was built by the Fore River Shipbuilding Company in Quincy, Massachusetts. Launched in 1917, the USS Caldwell was part of the Navy's response to the need for more destroyers during World War I. She featured innovative design elements that set her class apart from previous destroyers, including improved speed and armament capabilities. During her service in World War I, the USS Caldwell was primarily engaged in convoy escort duties in the Atlantic, protecting Allied shipping from German U-boats. She operated out of European ports and played a crucial role in ensuring the safe passage of troops and supplies across the ocean. After the war, the USS Caldwell continued to serve in the Navy, participating in various exercises and maneuvers until she was decommissioned in 1922. Her contributions during the war helped establish the effectiveness of destroyers in naval warfare, influencing future designs and tactics in the U.S. Navy.
Price: 25.95 USD
Location: Carlsbad, California
End Time: 2025-01-17T11:10:08.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Conflict: WW I (1914-18)
Original/Reproduction: Original
Theme: Militaria
Region of Origin: United States
