# Destroyer (DD-147)

> 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.

- Department: Military (also Tech)
- First published: 2023-12-28
- Last updated: 2023-12-28
- Permalink: https://detailenjoyer.com/case/destroyer/
- Author: Marcus Easterling (DetailEnjoyer), The Detail Department

## On the timeline

- **1991**: USS Arleigh Burke (DDG-51) is commissioned

Full timeline: https://detailenjoyer.com/timeline/?case=destroyer

## Quick facts

- **DD-147-F01**: The class is US Navy guided-missile destroyers. _(Write-up · Exhibit A (Guided-missile destroyers))_
- **DD-147-F02**: USS Arleigh Burke was commissioned in 1991. _(Write-up · Exhibit B (1991))_

## Write-up

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

1. **Guided-missile destroyers**: The class is US Navy guided-missile destroyers.
2. **1991**: USS Arleigh Burke was commissioned in 1991.
3. **Over 70**: More than 70 have been commissioned.
4. **Aegis**: The ships use the Aegis Combat System.
5. **Admiral Burke**: The class is named after Admiral Arleigh Burke.

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## Reel vs. record

- **Note**: None needed.

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

- Duration: 17.4 s · Published: 2023-12-28
- File: https://detailenjoyer.com/assets/videos/C1Z7TORpwo2.mp4

### Transcript

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!

## Questions & answers

**Q: Which navy operates the Arleigh Burke class?**  
A: Guided-missile destroyers. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Guided-missile destroyers) · Wikipedia: Arleigh Burke-class destroyer)_

**Q: When was the lead ship commissioned?**  
A: USS Arleigh Burke. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (1991) · Wikipedia: Arleigh Burke-class destroyer)_

**Q: About how many have been commissioned?**  
A: A long-running class. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Over 70) · Wikipedia: Arleigh Burke-class destroyer)_

**Q: Which combat system do they use?**  
A: With phased-array radar. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Aegis) · Wikipedia: Arleigh Burke-class destroyer)_

**Q: Who was Arleigh Burke?**  
A: Later Chief of Naval Operations. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Admiral Burke) · Wikipedia: Arleigh Burke)_

## Sources

- [Wikipedia: Arleigh Burke-class destroyer](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arleigh_Burke-class_destroyer)
- [Wikipedia: Arleigh Burke](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arleigh_Burke)

## Cite this case file

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