Story
This cruiser was built in 1987 by Ingalls Shipbuilding Co. in Pascagoula, MS.
Historical Notes
George Schneider (June 2026) Writes: She was decommissioned 10 August 2023.
Owners & Masters
In 1987-2026 she was owned by the United States Navy.
Armament
2 x 5"/54RF, 2 VLS, (122 Missiles); 2 x 20mm Phalanx CIWS; 2 x 25mm Bushmaster machine guns; 6 x12.75" Torpedo tubes; 2 LAMPS Helos.
Name Significance
Named for the Civil War "Battle of Mobile Bay" in 1864, setting for the somewhat-authentic quote "Damn the torpedoes. Full speed ahead!"
References
www.navsource.net ↗ (accessed 14 July 2026)
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