USS Norman Scott [SEP] vessel class
USS Norman Scott
USS "Norman Scott" (DD-690) was a United States Navy destroyer named for Rear-Admiral Norman Scott (1889–1942), who was killed in the Naval Battle of Guadalcanal and awarded the Medal of Honor.
"Norman Scott" was laid down 26 April 1943 by Bath Iron Works, Bath, Maine. She was launched 28 August 1943, sponsored by Mrs. Norman Scott, widow of Admiral Scott; and commissioned 5 November 1943, Commander Seymour D. Owens in command.
History.
USS Stoddert (DD-302)
USS "Stoddert" (DD-302/AG-18) was a "Clemson"-class destroyer in the United States Navy following World War I. It was named for Benjamin Stoddert.
History.
"Stoddert" was laid down on 4 July 1918 at San Francisco, California, by the Bethlehem Shipbuilding Corporation; launched on 8 January 1919; sponsored by Mrs. Gavin McNab; and commissioned on 30 June 1920, Lieutenant Commander Norman Scott in command.
"Stoddert" joined Division 33 of the Reserve Destroyer Squadron