The Ship that Refused to Die for a Final Revenge Mission

In the port of Aden, Yemen, USS Cole was nearing the dock for what seemed like a routine refueling. Out of nowhere, a small boat laden with explosives made a beeline for the ship, tearing a 40-by-40-foot hole in its all-steel hull. Designed from the keel up with a focus on survivability, Cole's features were put to the ultimate test as the crew fought to keep their ship afloat.

The Guided Missile Destroyer USS Cole is one of the Arleigh-Burke class destroyers commissioned in 1991 to serve as the backbone of the U.S. fleet. After decades of service, many believed this pioneering guided-missile destroyer was gearing up for decommissioning as it neared its projected 35-year service cap by 2026.

However, far from retiring, the Arleigh-Burke class is slated for a new chapter of maritime dominance, extending its service life well into the next decade.

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