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Not all Navy ships have formal names; they're only listed by their hull numbers. However, the best source for current and former ships which have both is the NavSource site. See the URL at the link below.

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How are U.S. Navy ships numbered?

U.S. Navy ship numbers are actually the assigned hull numbers from their shipyard construction program; one thing that isn't widely known publicly is that the numbers are actually painted inside the weld marks on the hull itself that spell the number (there are other weld marks around a hull besides on the bow). By doing this, if a ship is ever sunk and her numbers weren't visible, she could be identified by the number weld marks on the hull. The Navy program office in charge of the building project will assign the numbers, typically based on historical class, or if a new class, a new series will be adopted. In cases where numbers have become high due to so many hulls over time, the Navy will opt to start at the beginning again. A good example is the Seawolf and Virginia-class SSN's, which started its hull series in the 20's rather than continue in the 700 series of the Los Angeles class boats. Up until a ship is actually commissioned, it's referred to by its hull number; only after commissioning is it referred to by its name and hull number.


What were bobby hull's hockey numbers?

16 7 9


What does it mean when they say a ship is stricken?

The term "stricken" is typically used when removing a ship's name and hull number from official Navy records of commissioned vessels. In essence, the ship is removed (stricken) from the the official register of active ships, and scheduled for decommissioning, mothballing or scrapping.


How can a ships hull be protected against rust?

Most ships hulls are iron based, so the issue of oxidation is ever present. The application of magnesium strips to the underside of the ships has proven effective in preventing rapid corrosion.


What is the name of a place where ships are repared?

Often Dry Docks are used when making major repairs to a shills hull, steering gear or screws. Otherwise, ships can be repaired at sea or in port.

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What does DD mean on navy ships?

Since 1920, it is the hull classification for a Destroyer.


How are U.S. Navy ships numbered?

U.S. Navy ship numbers are actually the assigned hull numbers from their shipyard construction program; one thing that isn't widely known publicly is that the numbers are actually painted inside the weld marks on the hull itself that spell the number (there are other weld marks around a hull besides on the bow). By doing this, if a ship is ever sunk and her numbers weren't visible, she could be identified by the number weld marks on the hull. The Navy program office in charge of the building project will assign the numbers, typically based on historical class, or if a new class, a new series will be adopted. In cases where numbers have become high due to so many hulls over time, the Navy will opt to start at the beginning again. A good example is the Seawolf and Virginia-class SSN's, which started its hull series in the 20's rather than continue in the 700 series of the Los Angeles class boats. Up until a ship is actually commissioned, it's referred to by its hull number; only after commissioning is it referred to by its name and hull number.


What does the number 112 mean in the navy DDG-112 ship?

It is simply the hull number assigned to the ship. There are typical a number of ships in a series or type and they are numbered sequentially. It is not an indication of how many ships there are total.


Is a ships hull metal or non metal?

Metallic Ships hull is generally made up of steel.


Tell me a sentence with the word hull?

The size of the ships hull is big.


What is a ships body called?

The Hull.


How is a ships hull made rust proof?

A ships hull is not entirely rust proof It is usually protected with paint Epoxy would work best


Could you please give me a list of the army men from hull who went to Normandy in World War 2?

What is a hull? Almost all ships have one. Did the user ask for all who went to war in ships with a hull? We need some help.


What hull type is used in ponds?

Hulls are on ships not in ponds.


What are hull numbers usefull for?

Hull Identification Numbers (HIN) or the boat registration numbers on the hull? The HIN is placed on the boat during manufacture. It is similar to a VIN number on a vehicle. The boat registration number on smaller boats is a state registered number similar to your vehicles licence plate. Where as on larger vessels the hull numbers are federal issued numbers.


What are hull identification useful for?

Hull identification numbers are useful for locating your boat if it is stolen.


What are hull identification numbers useful for?

Hull identification numbers are useful for locating your boat if it is stolen.