USS Basilone (DD824)

USS Basilone (DD-824) was a Gearing-class destroyer commissioned by the United States Navy in July 1949, named in honor of Gunnery Sergeant John Basilone, a Medal of Honor recipient from World War II. Throughout her service, USS Basilone participated in numerous Cold War operations, including NATO exercises and Mediterranean deployments with the 6th Fleet. The ship played a significant role during the Cuban Missile Crisis blockade in 1962 and provided naval gunfire support during the Vietnam War. After nearly three decades of active duty, USS Basilone was decommissioned in November 1977 and later transferred to the Republic of China (Taiwan) Navy.