Korean War Service
While there she and the world were shocked by the Communist invasion of South Korea. After NATO maneuvers, she returned to Newport 10 October and prepared to become part of the nation's far-flung bulwark in the Korean War. Sailing 3 January via the Panama Canal she arrived Pusan 5 February. During her four months of Korean duty, Hawkins screened the mobile carrier forces during strikes on enemy positions and supply lines, provided antisubmarine protection, and controlled jet aircraft in combat air patrols. She also acted as plane guard during operations in the Formosa Straits designed to discourage Communist aggression against the friendly island. Departing the Far East in June, the destroyer returned to Newport 8 August via the Mediterranean.
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