Technological advances have improved the capability of modern destroyers culminating in the Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) class replacing the older Charles F. Adams and Farragut class guided missile ...
production of the older Arleigh Burke class destroyers instead. As of early 2023, there are 71 Burkes in service with three more entering service in 2023 and enough under construction or on order so ...
U.S. Extends Life of 12 Arleigh Burke Destroyers Amid Rising China Tensions As tensions with China continue to rise, the U.S. Navy has decided to extend the life of 12 vital warships.
Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro announced over the weekend that the newest Arleigh Burke-class guided missile destroyer will be christened the USS Robert Kerrey.