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Exploring the USS Little Rock (CL-92): A Guided Tour of a Historic Naval Cruiser
USS Little Rock (CL-92/CLG-4/CG-4) is a Cleveland-class light cruiser and one of 27 completed for the United States Navy during or shortly after World War II. She is one of six to be converted to guided missile cruisers and the first US Navy ship named for Little Rock, Arkansas. Commissioned in mid-1945, she was completed too late to see combat duty during World War II and was retired post-war, becoming part of the Atlantic Reserve Fleet in 1949.
In the late 1950s, she was converted to a Galveston-class guided-missile cruiser, removing her aft six-inch and five-inch guns to accommodate the Talos missile system. Like three other of her sister Cleveland ships converted to missile ships, she was also extensively modified forward to become a flagship. This involved the removal of most of her forward armament to allow for an enlarged superstructure and was recommissioned in 1960 as CLG-4 (redesignated CG-4 in 1975). In this configuration, she served in the Mediterranean, often as the Sixth Fleet flagship.
She decommissioned for the final time in 1976 and is now a museum ship in Buffalo, New York.
Construction and Commissioning
Little Rock was laid down by William Cramp & Sons Shipbuilding Company, Philadelphia, on 6 March 1943; launched on 27 August 1944, sponsored by Mrs. Sam Wassell, and commissioned on 17 June 1945.[1]
Step aboard the USS Little Rock (CL-92), a legendary naval cruiser with a rich history, now permanently docked at the Buffalo and Erie County Naval & Military Park. This video offers an in-depth look at the ship's storied past, its role during pivotal historical moments, and its transformation into a museum ship.
📍 What You'll Discover:
Historical Overview: Learn about the USS Little Rock's service in the U.S. Navy, from its commissioning during World War II to its later years during the Cold War. Understand its significance as the only surviving Cleveland-class light cruiser in the world.
Tour the Ship: Walk through the various sections of the USS Little Rock, including the bridge, crew quarters, engine room, and the impressive missile deck, which was added during its conversion into a guided missile cruiser (CG-4).
Artifacts & Exhibits: Explore the museum exhibits housed within the ship, showcasing artifacts, photographs, and memorabilia that tell the story of life at sea and the ship's operational history.
Life on Board: Get a glimpse into the daily lives of the sailors who served on the USS Little Rock, from the challenges they faced to the camaraderie that developed among the crew.
Restoration & Preservation: Discover the ongoing efforts to preserve the USS Little Rock as a vital piece of naval history, ensuring that future generations can learn about and appreciate the sacrifices made by those who served.
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