USS Jenkins (DD-447)

USS Jenkins (DD-447) was a Fletcher-class destroyer commissioned into the United States Navy in July 1942. She served extensively in the Pacific Theater during World War II, participating in key operations such as the Solomon Islands campaign, the Battle of Leyte Gulf, and escorting convoys and bombardments throughout the Philippines and Okinawa. Jenkins earned seven battle stars for her wartime service, showcasing her resilience and effectiveness in both offensive and defensive roles. After the war, she continued to serve in various capacities until she was decommissioned in 1946 and later scrapped.