USS CONCORD CL-10

• Commissioned in 1923: USS Concord (CL-10) was a light cruiser of the Omaha-class, commissioned into the United States Navy on November 3, 1923, at the New York Shipbuilding Corporation. • Named After Historic City: The ship was named after Concord, Massachusetts, the site of the first battle of the American Revolutionary War. • Early Service in the Atlantic: In her initial years, Concord operated primarily in the Atlantic and Caribbean, participating in fleet exercises and goodwill visits. • Pearl Harbor Survivor: USS Concord was not present at Pearl Harbor during the Japanese attack on December 7, 1941, as she was conducting patrols in Alaskan waters. • Active in the Aleutians: During World War II, Concord played a significant role in the Aleutian Islands campaign, helping to drive Japanese forces from U.S. territory. • Patrols and Bombardments: The cruiser conducted bombardments of Japanese positions in the Kurile Islands and supported American landings and operations throughout the North Pacific. • Humanitarian Mission: In 1945, USS Concord participated in the rescue of Allied prisoners of war, showcasing the ship’s versatility beyond combat roles. • Decommissioned After War: After World War II, the ship was decommissioned on December 12, 1945, and later sold for scrap in 1947. • Multiple Battle Stars: For her service during World War II, the USS Concord earned two battle stars. • Unique Ship’s Bell: The bell from USS Concord is preserved and displayed in Concord, Massachusetts, serving as a memorial to the ship and her crew.