USS Perkins (DD-377)
The second USS Perkins (DD–377) was a Mahan-class destroyer in the United States Navy during World War II. She was named for George Hamilton Perkins.
Perkins was laid down 15 November 1934 at the Puget Sound Navy Yard, Bremerton, Washington; launched 31 December 1935; sponsored by Mrs. Larz Anderson; and commissioned 18 September 1936, Lieutenant Commander Samuel P. Jenkins in command.
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