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About USS Gravely (DDG-107)

USS Gravely (DDG-107) is an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer in the United States Navy, named in honor of Vice Admiral Samuel L. Gravely, Jr., the first African American to command a U.S. Navy warship and achieve flag rank. Commissioned on November 20, 2010, USS Gravely has participated in numerous operations, including NATO exercises and maritime security missions in the Atlantic and Mediterranean. The ship has deployed with carrier strike groups, provided ballistic missile defense, and supported anti-piracy operations. USS Gravely continues to serve as a vital asset, demonstrating advanced naval capabilities and international cooperation.

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U.S. Navy • 1979

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About USS Gravely (DDG-107)

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• Namesake Honor: USS Gravely (DDG-107) is named after Vice Admiral Samuel L. Gravely, Jr., the first African American to command a U.S. Navy warship, to achieve flag rank, and to command a U.S. fleet. • Commissioning Date: The ship was commissioned on November 20, 2010, in Wilmington, North Carolina. • Arleigh Burke-class: USS Gravely is an Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer, known for its advanced Aegis Combat System and multi-role capabilities. • First Commanding Officer: The first commanding officer of USS Gravely was Commander Douglas Kunzman. • Maiden Deployment: USS Gravely’s maiden deployment took place in 2013, operating with the USS Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group in the 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. • Operation Inherent Resolve: Gravely has participated in Operation Inherent Resolve, supporting coalition efforts against ISIS in the Middle East. • NATO Operations: The ship has participated in multiple NATO exercises and operations, including standing NATO Maritime Group deployments in the Mediterranean and the North Atlantic. • Rescue Missions: In 2016, USS Gravely responded to a distress call and helped rescue 10 fishermen in the Mediterranean Sea after their vessel capsized. • Freedom of Navigation: Gravely has conducted freedom of navigation operations, including transits through the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab el-Mandeb. • Technological Upgrades: The ship has received several technology upgrades, including improved missile defense systems and electronic warfare capabilities, keeping it at the forefront of naval innovation.