Summary: The Oliver Hazard Perry-class guided-missile frigate was a versatile and economical warship introduced in 1971 to replace older WWII-era destroyers. -Built by Bath Ironworks, these frigates ...
The Perry-class was designed for convoy escort—but managed to do more than that. Here’s why they were so hard to sink. Fearsome Frigates The Oliver Hazard Perry-class are frigates, and... The U.S.
This video examines the service history and upgrades of Oliver Hazard Perry-class frigates in foreign navies following their ...
After more than 30 year of service, the USS Simpson (FFG 56), an Oliver Hazard Perry-class frigate, will leave the Navy at the end of the month. With a crew of more than 200, the Simpson, the last ...
Handwritten letter from Oliver Hazard Perry to his mother, Sarah, regarding the capture of the brig FLYING FISH. The letter was written off Cape Francois aboard the frigate GENERAL GREENE. This ...