U.S.S. Overton (1919)
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| U.S.S. Overton (1919) | |
|---|---|
| Hull Number: | DD-239 |
| Builder: | New York Shipbuilding[1] |
| Laid down: | 30 Oct, 1918[2] |
| Launched: | 10 Jul, 1919[3] |
| Commissioned: | 30 Jun, 1920[Fact Check] |
| Decommissioned: | 3 Feb, 1931[4] |
| Stricken: | 13 Aug, 1945[5] |
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U.S.S. Overton was one of one hundred and seventyseven Clemson Class destroyers completed for the U.S. Navy.
Service
Overton was commissioned on 30 June, 1920 under the command of Lieutenant (Junior Grade) Arthur D. Murray.
Captains
- Lieutenant (Junior Grade) Arthur D. Murray, 30 June, 1920
- Lieutenant Commander Bruce R. Ware, Jr., 13 August, 1920[6]
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