USS Ordronaux (DD-617)

USS Ordronaux (DD-617)

USS Ordronaux (DD–617) was a Benson-class destroyer in the United States Navy during World War II. She was named for John Ordronaux, the 19th-century privateersman.

Ordronaux was laid down 25 July 1942 by the Bethlehem Steel Corporation, Fore River, Massachusetts; launched 9 November 1942; sponsored by Mrs. J. Henry Judik; and commissioned 13 February 1943, Lieutenant Commander Robert Brodie, Jr. in command.