USS Duncan - Definition and Overview

Four ships of the United States Navy have been named USS Duncan after Master Commandant Silas Duncan (1788–1834).

• The first Duncan (DD-46) was a Cassin-class destroyer launched in 1913.
• The second Duncan (DD-485) was a Bristol-class destroyer launched in February 1942 and sunk at the battle of Cape Esperance in October 1942.
• The third Duncan (DD-874) was a Gearing-class destroyer launched in 1944.
• The fourth Duncan (FFG-10) was an Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided missile frigate, launched in 1978.