U.S.S. Sharkey (1919)
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| U.S.S. Sharkey (1919) | |
|---|---|
| Hull Number: | DD-281 |
| Builder: | Fore River, Squantum Yard[1] |
| Laid down: | 14 Apr, 1919[2] |
| Launched: | 12 Aug, 1919[3] |
| Commissioned: | 28 Nov, 1919[4] |
| Decommissioned: | 1 May, 1930[5] |
| Stricken: | 22 Oct, 1930[6] |
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U.S.S. Sharkey was one of one hundred and fifty-six Clemson Class destroyers completed for the U.S. Navy.
She was named for Lt. j.g. William J. Sharkey, who died in an explosion aboard submarine O-5 late in 1918.
Service
Sharkey was commissioned on 28 November, 1919 with Commander Edward D. Washburn, Jr. in command.
Captains
- Commander Edward D. Washburn, Jr., 28 November, 1919
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