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USS Robert Kerrey Named, Honoring Vietnam War Hero

1/6/2025

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The USS Robert Kerrey (DDG 146) has been officially named, honoring the heroic legacy of former Nebraska Governor and Medal of Honor recipient Robert Kerrey for his Vietnam War valor. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro and Kerrey celebrated this historic moment together in New York, marking a proud milestone for the Navy.

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The USS Robert Kerrey (DDG 146) has been officially named, honoring the heroic legacy of former Nebraska Governor and Medal of Honor recipient Robert Kerrey for his Vietnam War valor. Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro and Kerrey celebrated this historic moment together in New York, marking a proud milestone for the Navy.