Fate
Truxtun was decommissioned on 11 September 1995 and was stricken from the Naval Vessel Register the same day. She has been disposed of by Ship recycling, 16 April 1999.
Truxtun was awarded seven battle stars and the Navy Unit Commendation for service in the Vietnam War.
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