Brooklyn

Brooklyn-Class Cruisers were built for the United States Navy during the years of 1935 to 1938. Designed so speed and range should match heavy cruisers, and the Japanese Mogami class carrying fifteen 6-inch main guns, these new US ships would match their weaponry. The United States Navy Built 7 of this class.

Brooklyn-Class Cruisers served between the years of 1937 to 1947

Preceded by: Omaha-class cruiser

Succeeded by: St. Louis-class cruiser

Brooklyn-Class Cruisers saw extensive service in both the Atlantic and Pacific Theaters during World War II, and although several were extensively damaged none sunk.