ET uss James c. Owens

• USS James C. Owens (DD-776) was an Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer of the United States Navy, named after Lieutenant James C. Owens, Jr., a Navy pilot who was killed in action during the Battle of Midway in 1942. • Commissioned on 17 February 1945, the ship joined the Pacific Fleet just as World War II was ending and participated in occupation duties in Japan after the war. • Korean War Service: The USS James C. Owens served in the Korean War, providing naval gunfire support and screening aircraft carriers during operations along the Korean Peninsula. • Cuban Missile Crisis: In 1962, the destroyer was part of the naval blockade during the Cuban Missile Crisis, enforcing the quarantine of Soviet ships bound for Cuba. • Cold War Deployments: The ship was regularly deployed to the Mediterranean Sea as part of the U.S. 6th Fleet, serving as a show of force and participating in NATO exercises. • FRAM Overhaul: In the early 1960s, USS James C. Owens underwent the Fleet Rehabilitation and Modernization (FRAM) program, receiving new anti-submarine warfare (ASW) capabilities, updated electronics, and improved living quarters. • Vietnam War Operations: The destroyer participated in Vietnam War operations, including naval gunfire support missions, patrols, and plane guard duty for aircraft carriers. • Heroic Rescue: In 1968, the crew of the James C. Owens rescued the crew of a downed American aircraft off the coast of Vietnam, earning commendations for their quick action. • Decommissioning and Transfer: The USS James C. Owens was decommissioned on 2 July 1973 and transferred to the Republic of China Navy (Taiwan), where she served as Lo Yang (DD-14) until 1999. • Legacy: The ship received numerous awards, including several battle stars for service in Korea and Vietnam, and is remembered as a symbol of dedication and service, representing the sacrifices of her crew over three decades of active duty.