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USS Mahlon S. Tisdale (FFG-27)
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USS Mahlon S. Tisdale (FFG-27), nineteenth ship of the Oliver Hazard Perry class
of guided-missile frigate
s, was named for Vice Admiral Mahlon Street Tisdale
(1890-1972). Ordered from Todd Shipyards, San Pedro, California, on 23 January 1978 as part of the FY78 program, Mahlon S. Tisdale was laid down on 19 March 1980, launched on 7 February 1981, and commissioned on 27 November 1982.
Mahlon S. Tisdale (FFG-27) was the first ship of that name in the US Navy.
on 5 April 1999 as that nation's TCG Gökçeada (F 494). As of 2011, she is still in active service.
Oliver Hazard Perry class frigate
The Oliver Hazard Perry class is a class of frigates named after the American Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, the hero of the naval Battle of Lake Erie...
of guided-missile frigate
Frigate
A frigate is any of several types of warship, the term having been used for ships of various sizes and roles over the last few centuries.In the 17th century, the term was used for any warship built for speed and maneuverability, the description often used being "frigate-built"...
s, was named for Vice Admiral Mahlon Street Tisdale
Mahlon Tisdale
Mahlon Street Tisdale was a Vice Admiral in the United States Navy. He was awarded two Navy Crosses, one for staff service in World War I, and another during the Battle of Tassafaronga in World War II.- Early life :...
(1890-1972). Ordered from Todd Shipyards, San Pedro, California, on 23 January 1978 as part of the FY78 program, Mahlon S. Tisdale was laid down on 19 March 1980, launched on 7 February 1981, and commissioned on 27 November 1982.
Mahlon S. Tisdale (FFG-27) was the first ship of that name in the US Navy.
TCG Gökçeada (F 494)
Decommissioned on 27 September 1996 and stricken on 20 February 1998, she was transferred to TurkeyTurkey
Turkey , known officially as the Republic of Turkey , is a Eurasian country located in Western Asia and in East Thrace in Southeastern Europe...
on 5 April 1999 as that nation's TCG Gökçeada (F 494). As of 2011, she is still in active service.