Evolution of destroyers

What was the first destroyer?

USS Bainbridge

The second USS Bainbridge was the first destroyer, also called “Torpedo-boat destroyers”, in the United States Navy and the lead ship of the Bainbridge-class. She was named for William Bainbridge.

What is the most advanced destroyer?

USS Zumwalt

The U.S. Navy’s newest warship, USS Zumwalt (DDG 1000) is the largest and most technologically advanced surface combatant in the world. Zumwalt is the lead ship of a class of next-generation multi-mission destroyers designed to strengthen naval power from the sea.

What is the biggest destroyer in history?

The USS Zumwalt

The USS Zumwalt is the lead ship among three Zumwalt-class destroyers. It is the largest destroyer in the world. The USS Zumwalt was named after Adm. Elmo Zumwalt, the youngest chief of naval operations in US history.

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