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History of USS Robison (DDG-12)

USS Robison (DDG-12) was a Charles F. Adams-class guided missile destroyer commissioned into the United States Navy in December 1961. Named after Rear Admiral Samuel Shelburne Robison, she served extensively in the Pacific, notably participating in operations during the Vietnam War, where she provided naval gunfire support and performed plane guard duties for aircraft carriers. Throughout her service, Robison took part in multiple deployments with the Seventh Fleet and contributed to numerous training exercises, strengthening U.S. naval presence in the region. After over two decades of active duty, USS Robison was decommissioned in 1983 and later scrapped.

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  • Namesake: USS Robison (DDG-12) was named after Rear Admiral Samuel Shelburne Robison, a distinguished U.S. Navy officer who served in both the Spanish–American War and World War I.
  • Commissioning: The ship was commissioned on December 9, 1961, at the Puget Sound Bridge and Dredging Company in Seattle, Washington.
  • Class: USS Robison was a Charles F. Adams-class guided missile destroyer, the first class of such ships designed from the keel up to launch guided missiles.
  • Cuban Missile Crisis: Robison was part of the U.S. naval forces deployed during the Cuban Missile Crisis in October 1962, helping to enforce the blockade against Cuba.
  • Vietnam War Service: The destroyer saw extensive action in the Vietnam War, providing naval gunfire support, plane guard duties for aircraft carriers, and participating in search and rescue operations.
  • Missile Capability: Equipped with the RIM-24 Tartar surface-to-air missile system, Robison was at the forefront of missile defense technology during her service years.
  • Humanitarian Efforts: In addition to combat missions, Robison took part in humanitarian assistance, including rescuing Vietnamese refugees in the South China Sea.
  • Joint Exercises: The ship frequently participated in joint exercises with allied navies, such as the Royal Australian Navy and the Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force, strengthening international cooperation.
  • Awards: USS Robison earned several commendations, including seven battle stars for her service during the Vietnam War.
  • Decommissioning and Fate: The ship was decommissioned on February 1, 1991, after nearly 30 years of service, and was eventually scrapped after being sold for metal in 1994.

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