THE SULLIVANS, USS (Destroyer) - View this location on map Named for the five Sullivan brothers who lost their lives in the Battle of the Solomon Islands, USS THE SULLIVANS (1943) is an excellent example of the FLETCHER class, the largest and most important class of U.S. destroyers in World War II, forming the backbone of destroyer forces throughout the war. She took part in intense combat, rescuing downed aviators, and earning nine battle stars for her service. 1 Naval Cove Park, Buffalo, New York Historical, Kids,

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