USS Joseph K. Taussig (DE-1030)

USS Joseph K. Taussig (DE-1030)

USS Joseph K. Taussig (DE-1030) was a Dealey-class destroyer escort in the United States Navy. She was named for Admiral Joseph Taussig. The Joseph K. Taussig was laid down 3 January 1956 by the New York Shipbuilding Corporation, Camden, New Jersey; launched 9 March 1957; sponsored by Mrs. Joseph K. Taussig, widow of Vice Admiral Taussig, and commissioned 10 September 1957, Lt. Comdr. R. S. Moore in command.