Allen M. Sumner class destroyer
The Allen M. Sumner class of destroyers was built by the United States during World War II.
Description
The first ship was laid down in May 1943, while the last was launched in April 1945. In that time the United States produced 58 Allen M. Sumner-class destroyers. The Sumner class, as it is sometimes called, was based upon the previous Fletcher class, which were built from 1941 until 1944. In addition to the 3 twin 5"/38cal mounts, Sumners had twin rudders, giving them better maneuverability for ASW work when compared to Fletchers.
See also the Robert H. Smith-class destroyer minelayer (DML), all of which were built on hulls originally intended as Sumners. Gearing class destroyers were of the same design with a extension to carry more fuel to extend the range.
Construction
18 were built by Federal Shipbuilding and Drydock Company in Kearny, New Jersey. 14 were built by Bath Iron Works in Bath, Maine. 10 were built by Bethlehem Steel's Mariners Harbor shipyard on Staten Island. 6 were built by Bethlehem Steel's Union Iron Works in San Francisco, California. 5 were built by Bethlehem Steel in San Pedro, California. 5 were built by Todd Pacific Shipyards in Seattle, Washington. was the first ship of the class to be laid down and the first to be commissioned. was the last commissioned. 33 ships were converted under the FRAM II program.
Disposition
is preserved as a memorial at Patriot's Point, Charleston, South Carolina and is a museum ship in Taiwan. Four ships were sunk as a result of enemy action in World War II and another was so severely damaged that it was scrapped. Seven were sunk by the US in fleet training exercises. 12 were sold to the Republic of China Navy and 2 were sold to the Republic of Korea Navy. 2 were sold to the Shah of Iran and 1 was sold to Turkey. 2 were sold to Venezuela, 2 to Colombia, 2 sold to Chile, 5 sold to Brazil and 4 to Argentina. 13 were scrapped by the United States.
External links
 Allen M. Sumner-class destroyers at Destroyer History Foundation
GlobalSecurity.org
http://www.gyrodynehelicopters.com/sumner_class.htm
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