~ Cased Model Of USS Fletcher DD445 WW2 Destroyer ~
The compact model has been beautifully constructed with fine details such as wire railings, flags and crew.
The model is presented in a perspex case upon an oak base.
~ USS Fletcher ~
USS Fletcher (DD/DDE-445), named for Admiral Frank Friday Fletcher, was the lead Fletcher-class destroyer, and served in the Pacific during World War II. She received fifteen battle stars for World War II service, and five for Korean War service.
Fletcher was laid down by the Federal Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Company, Kearny, New Jersey, on 2 October 1941. She was launched on 3 May 1942; sponsored by Mrs. F. F. Fletcher, widow of Admiral Fletcher; and commissioned on 30 June 1942.
~ Condition ~
The model and case are in excellent condition.
~ Dimensions ~
The case is 42 cm (16.5 inches) wide at the base, 12.5 cm (5 inches) deep at the base and 12 cm (4.75 inches) tall.
#11595
