USS Aylwin (FF-1081)

USS Aylwin (FF-1081) was a Knox-class frigate commissioned by the United States Navy in 1971. Named after Rear Admiral John C. Aylwin, the ship was primarily tasked with anti-submarine warfare and escort duties during the Cold War era. Throughout her service, Aylwin participated in numerous Atlantic and Mediterranean deployments, supporting NATO operations and conducting various training exercises. She was decommissioned in 1992 and later transferred to the Turkish Navy, where she served as TCG Ege (F-256) before being retired.