U.S.S. Halford

Onboard Traditions : Customs that Strengthened the Crew

U.S.S. Halford Official - Life aboard a warship during World War II demanded courage, discipline, and a strong heart. Yet…

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U.S.S. Halford in the Cold War Era: The Ship’s Later Years

U.S.S. Halford Official - When the thunder of World War II faded and the seas fell quiet again, a new…

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When the Guns Fell Silent : U.S.S. Halford After the War

U.S.S. Halford Official - The roar of naval gunfire faded, and the Pacific Ocean slowly returned to calm. For the…

1 month ago

Artifacts and Relics : Preserved Items from U.S.S. Halford Sailors

U.S.S. Halford Official - The U.S.S. Halford (DD-480) sailed into history as one of the Fletcher-class destroyers that defined America’s…

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Emotional Stories About Love and Loss

U.S.S. Halford Official - When history tells the story of war, the spotlight often shines on the battleships, the sailors,…

2 months ago

The Bonds That Made the U.S.S. Halford Crew a Family

U.S.S. Halford Official - When the U.S.S. Halford (DD-480) first set sail during World War II, it carried with it…

3 months ago

They Found in the Halford’s Time Capsule

U.S.S. Halford Official - For decades, it was a legend among U.S.S. Halford families. The story told of a sealed…

3 months ago

Damage Control Diaries: The Quiet Heroes You’ll Never Forget

U.S.S. Halford Official - Big battles earn big headlines. However, a ship often survives because a few sailors act fast…

3 months ago

The Secret Missions That Made the U.S.S. Halford a WWII Legend

U.S.S. Halford Official - During World War II, countless ships sailed into history, but few earned the reputation of the…

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Why the U.S.S. Halford Was the Most Unique Destroyer of Its Time

U.S.S. Halford Official - When historians recount the naval battles of World War II, countless ships come to mind, but…

3 months ago

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