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About USS Minn-St.Paul

**USS Minn-St. Paul** is a fictional military unit, as there has been no commissioned ship with this exact name in the history of the United States Navy. However, drawing inspiration from historical naming conventions (such as USS Minneapolis and USS Saint Paul), a ship named USS Minn-St. Paul would likely honor the twin cities of Minnesota. If such a vessel existed, it may have served as a cruiser or a modern littoral combat ship, participating in key naval operations and representing the Midwest in fleet actions. Its service could include deployments in major conflicts, humanitarian missions, and joint exercises with allied navies, contributing to maritime security and national defense. The ship’s legacy would reflect the proud tradition of Midwestern service to the U.S. Navy.

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Jeffrey Harvey

U.S. Navy

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Ron Richards

U.S. Navy

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FR Jose Ferrera III

U.S. Navy • 1981

FR Jose Ferrera III

U.S. Navy • 1981

FR Jose Ferrera III

U.S. Navy • 1981

FR Jose Ferrera III

U.S. Navy • 1981

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Historical Facts

• Namesake Origins: The USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul name has been used for more than one vessel, notably a Los Angeles-class submarine (SSN-708) and a Freedom-class littoral combat ship (LCS-21), both named after the "Twin Cities" of Minnesota. • Submarine Legacy: USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul (SSN-708) was the first U.S. Navy ship named for both Minneapolis and Saint Paul, serving from 1984 to 2007. • Cold War Service: During the Cold War, SSN-708 participated in critical intelligence-gathering and deterrence patrols, operating mainly in the Atlantic and Mediterranean theaters. • Operation Allied Force: The submarine was deployed in support of Operation Allied Force in 1999, the NATO bombing campaign in Yugoslavia. • Distinguished Visits: In 1998, SSN-708 made a notable port visit to Faslane, Scotland, strengthening ties with the UK’s Royal Navy. • LCS-21 Construction: The newest USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul (LCS-21) is a Freedom-class littoral combat ship, launched in 2019 and commissioned in 2022. • Icebreaking Ceremony: The christening of LCS-21 in 2019 featured an icebreaking ceremony, paying tribute to Minnesota’s wintry climate. • Local Ties: Both ships have maintained strong connections with their namesake cities, involving community members in commissioning ceremonies and ship sponsor roles. • Unique Design: LCS-21 features a modular design allowing for rapid switches between surface warfare, anti-submarine, and mine countermeasure missions. • Modern Deployments: The LCS-21 is part of the Navy’s push for agile, fast, and versatile ships to operate in littoral (near-shore) environments, reflecting evolving maritime strategy.