USS Ticonderoga (CG-47)

USS Ticonderoga (CG-47) was a U.S. Navy guided missile cruiser launched in 1980. Designed for multi-role missions, it integrated advanced radar and missile systems to track and engage multiple targets, including aircraft and surface threats. The ship played key roles in naval defense, fleet protection, and combat operations, including support for operations in the Middle East. Over its service, Ticonderoga contributed to sea control and missile defense, utilizing its sophisticated sensors and weaponry. It was decommissioned in 2022, marking the end of its nearly 42-year active service, and was an important part of the U.S. naval fleet’s capabilities.