U.S. Gleaves-class Destroyer

The Gleaves class formed an important part of the United States destroyer force entering the Second World War. Closely related in appearance and purpose to the Benson class, these ships combined gun and torpedo armament with the changing demands of escort and anti-submarine warfare. They served in both major ocean theaters, and individual vessels received wartime changes in anti-aircraft weapons and equipment. A class model therefore represents a family with varied service careers. The class retained the American prewar emphasis on five-inch dual-purpose guns, while wartime experience increased the demand for close-range anti-aircraft weapons. USS Laffey, an early wartime loss, fought at close quarters during the naval battle off Guadalcanal in November 1942.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1936, Global Empires, Global War 1946, Global War 1985, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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