USS VICKSBURG (CG 69)

USS Vicksburg (CG 69) is a Ticonderoga-class guided-missile cruiser commissioned into the United States Navy on November 14, 1992. Named after the Civil War Battle of Vicksburg, the ship has served as a key component of carrier strike groups, providing air defense, surface warfare, and maritime security. Vicksburg has participated in numerous operations, including support for Operation Southern Watch, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom. The cruiser has also engaged in multiple multinational exercises, demonstrating the Navy's commitment to global partnerships and maritime stability.