USS Port Royal (CG 73)

USS Port Royal (CG 73) is a Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser commissioned into the United States Navy on July 9, 1994. Named after two historic American battles, the ship has played a critical role in air defense, ballistic missile defense, and multi-mission operations throughout its service. Port Royal participated in various deployments, including support for Operations Southern Watch, Enduring Freedom, and Iraqi Freedom, providing vital air and missile defense capabilities. Notably, in 2009, the ship ran aground near Honolulu but was repaired and returned to service, continuing to operate as a key asset in the Pacific Fleet until its decommissioning in 2022.