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Short answer: The Arleigh Burke class is a class of guided-missile destroyers in the US Navy. The lead ship, USS Arleigh Burke (DDG-51), was commissioned in 1991, and more than 70 have been commissioned since, making it one of the longest-running destroyer production programs.

The ships are built around the Aegis Combat System and its SPY-1 phased-array radar, and they're designed for air defense, anti-submarine warfare and land attack. The class is named after Admiral Arleigh Burke, a destroyer commander in the Second World War who later served as Chief of Naval Operations. The footage shows Arleigh Burke-class destroyers at sea, with the presenter.

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What should you know about Destroyer?

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  1. The class is US Navy guided-missile destroyers.

    DD-147-F01 · Write-up · Exhibit A (Guided-missile destroyers)

  2. USS Arleigh Burke was commissioned in 1991.

    DD-147-F02 · Write-up · Exhibit B (1991)

Video transcript: Destroyer: Arleigh Burke-Class Destroyers Carry the Aegis Radar System

The Arleigh Burke-class destroyer, a prominent class of destroyers in the U.S. Navy, is known for its versatility. DID YOU KNOW? These ships are equipped with the Aegis Combat System, a highly advanced radar and missile guidance system. Named after Admiral Arleigh Burke, these destroyers serve various roles, from air defense to anti-submarine warfare. NOW YOU KNOW!

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The write-up

Arleigh Burke-class destroyers carry the Aegis radar system. The class is named after Admiral Arleigh Burke.

  1. Exhibit A

    Guided-missile destroyers

    The class is US Navy guided-missile destroyers.

  2. Exhibit B

    1991

    USS Arleigh Burke was commissioned in 1991.

  3. Exhibit C

    Over 70

    More than 70 have been commissioned.

  4. Exhibit D

    Aegis

    The ships use the Aegis Combat System.

  5. Exhibit E

    Admiral Burke

    The class is named after Admiral Arleigh Burke.

Questions people ask about Destroyer

Which navy operates the Arleigh Burke class?

Guided-missile destroyers.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Guided-missile destroyers) · Wikipedia: Arleigh Burke-class destroyer

When was the lead ship commissioned?

USS Arleigh Burke.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (1991) · Wikipedia: Arleigh Burke-class destroyer

About how many have been commissioned?

A long-running class.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Over 70) · Wikipedia: Arleigh Burke-class destroyer

Which combat system do they use?

With phased-array radar.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Aegis) · Wikipedia: Arleigh Burke-class destroyer

Who was Arleigh Burke?

Later Chief of Naval Operations.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Admiral Burke) · Wikipedia: Arleigh Burke

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  1. Which navy operates the Arleigh Burke class?

    1. The US Navy
    2. The Royal Navy
    3. The French Navy
    4. The Indian Navy
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    Answer: A. The US Navy Guided-missile destroyers. Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Guided-missile destroyers) · Wikipedia: Arleigh Burke-class destroyer

  2. When was the lead ship commissioned?

    1. 1991
    2. 1945
    3. 2015
    4. 1960
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    Answer: A. 1991 USS Arleigh Burke. Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (1991) · Wikipedia: Arleigh Burke-class destroyer

  3. About how many have been commissioned?

    1. More than 70
    2. About 5
    3. About 500
    4. Exactly 12
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    Answer: A. More than 70 A long-running class. Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Over 70) · Wikipedia: Arleigh Burke-class destroyer

  4. Which combat system do they use?

    1. Aegis
    2. Iron Dome
    3. Patriot
    4. None
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    Answer: A. Aegis With phased-array radar. Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Aegis) · Wikipedia: Arleigh Burke-class destroyer

  5. Who was Arleigh Burke?

    1. A US admiral
    2. A shipbuilder
    3. A president
    4. A scientist
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    Answer: A. A US admiral Later Chief of Naval Operations. Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Admiral Burke) · Wikipedia: Arleigh Burke

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Easterling, Marcus. "Destroyer." The Detail Department (DetailEnjoyer), case file DD-147, last updated Dec 28, 2023. https://detailenjoyer.com/case/destroyer/

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