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USS LAFFEY

USS LAFFEY is a historic place in Mount Pleasant, Charleston County, South Carolina, listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places on April 12, 1983, and designated a National Historic Landmark. Its National Register reference number is 83002189.

Mount Pleasant, Charleston County, South CarolinaListed April 12, 1983NRIS #83002189★ National Historic Landmark
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About this place

What is USS LAFFEY?

USS Laffey (DD-724) is an Allen M. Sumner-class destroyer constructed during World War II, laid down and launched in 1943, and commissioned in February 1944. She was the second ship of the United States Navy to be named for Seaman Bartlett Laffey, who was awarded the Medal of Honor for his stand against Confederate forces during the Civil War.

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Listing details

Name
USS LAFFEY
City
Mount Pleasant
County
Charleston County
State
South Carolina
Listed on the National Register
April 12, 1983
NRIS reference number
83002189
Resource type
structure
National Historic Landmark
Yes
Coordinates
32.78978, -79.90756
When was USS LAFFEY listed on the National Register?

USS LAFFEY was added to the National Register of Historic Places on April 12, 1983.

Where is USS LAFFEY located?

USS LAFFEY is located in Mount Pleasant, Charleston County, South Carolina at approximately 32.78978, -79.90756. See the map above.

Is USS LAFFEY a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. USS LAFFEY is designated a National Historic Landmark, the highest federal recognition for a historic place.

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