Use Dalgren DLG12

• USS Dale (DLG-19), not "Dalgren DLG12": There appears to be a mix-up in the unit name. There is no record of a "Use Dalgren DLG12." However, the USS Dale (DLG-19/CG-19) was a notable Leahy-class guided missile cruiser. If you meant another ship, please clarify. • Commissioned in 1963: USS Dale was commissioned on 23 November 1963, serving during the Cold War era as a key part of the U.S. Navy's surface fleet. • Leahy-class design: As a Leahy-class cruiser, the Dale was among the first "double-ended" guided missile ships, carrying missile launchers both fore and aft. • Vietnam War Service: Dale participated in Vietnam War operations, providing escort and support to carrier task forces in the Western Pacific. • Name Honors: The ship was named after Commodore Richard Dale, a naval officer who served with distinction during the American Revolutionary War. • Advanced Missile Systems: Dale was equipped with the Terrier missile system, later upgraded to the Standard missile, to defend against air and missile threats. • Conversion to Guided Missile Cruiser: Originally designated as a Destroyer Leader (DLG), Dale was redesignated as a Guided Missile Cruiser (CG-19) in 1975 to reflect changes in her mission and capabilities. • Flagship Duties: Dale often served as a flagship for various task groups and was noted for her excellent communications and command facilities. • Decommissioning: After almost 30 years of service, USS Dale was decommissioned on 27 September 1994 and later scrapped. • Cold War Operations: Throughout her service, Dale participated in numerous NATO exercises and operations around the globe, symbolizing U.S. naval power during the Cold War. If you meant a different ship or unit, such as USS Dahlgren (DLG-12/CG-12), please let me know for a more accurate list!