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USS Phelps

USS Phelps (DD-360) was a of the , named after Thomas Stowell Phelps (1822–1901), a noted who served in the Mexican–American War and the . Commissioned on 26 February 1936 under Commander Albert H. Rooks, the ship displaced 1,805 tons, measured 380 feet 6 inches in length with a beam of 36 feet 2 inches and draft of 10 feet 3 inches, and achieved a maximum speed of 37 knots while carrying a crew of 276 and enlisted men. Her armament included eight 5-inch/51-caliber guns and eight 21-inch torpedo tubes, making her a versatile escort and combatant vessel during her active service. During World War II, Phelps played a pivotal role in the Pacific Theater, beginning with the attack on Pearl Harbor on 7 December 1941, where she shot down one enemy aircraft while moored alongside USS Dobbin and quickly got underway to patrol for submarines. In early 1942, she supported operations near Port Moresby, New Guinea, and participated in the Battle of the Coral Sea (4–8 May 1942), where she fired torpedoes to scuttle the severely damaged aircraft carrier USS Lexington and prevent its capture by Japanese forces. Phelps continued her service by screening carriers during the Battle of Midway in June 1942 and the Guadalcanal campaign in August 1942, then supported amphibious landings at Attu in the Aleutians (May 1943), Makin Atoll (November 1943), the Palau Islands strike (March 1944), Kwajalein and Eniwetok (February 1944), and Saipan (June 1944). In 1945, she escorted convoys across the Atlantic to the Mediterranean before returning to the U.S. For her wartime contributions, Phelps earned 12 battle stars and was decommissioned on 6 November 1945 at . She was stricken from the Naval Register on 28 January 1947 and subsequently scrapped by the Northern Metals Company in .

Design and construction

Class and specifications

The Porter-class destroyers were a class of eight large fleet destroyers constructed for the in , designed primarily for anti-aircraft protection and screening duties within task forces. These ships were influenced by the limitations imposed by the of 1922, which capped overall naval tonnage and encouraged the development of versatile, high-speed vessels that could balance offensive and defensive roles without exceeding treaty displacement thresholds for cruisers. The class emphasized enhanced anti-aircraft firepower over the lighter torpedo-focused destroyers of prior generations, reflecting evolving in anticipation of carrier-based air threats. USS Phelps (DD-360) was the fifth ship in this class, embodying these design principles as a fast, heavily armed escort capable of integrating into fleet formations. Key specifications of the Porter class, including Phelps, included a standard displacement of 1,805 long tons (1,850 t) and a full load of 2,663 long tons (2,708 t), which allowed for robust armor and armament while adhering to constraints. The ships measured 380 feet 6 inches (116.0 m) in , with a beam of 36 feet 2 inches (11.0 m) and a draft of 10 feet 3 inches (3.12 m), providing for high-speed operations in open ocean conditions. They achieved a maximum speed of 37 knots (69 km/h; 43 mph) and had an operational range of approximately 6,500 nautical miles (12,000 km) at 12 knots, supported by a complement of 276 officers and enlisted men. Propulsion was provided by two shafts driven by Parsons geared steam turbines, powered by four Babcock & Wilcox boilers generating a total of 50,000 shaft horsepower (37,000 kW), enabling the class's signature high-speed performance for fleet screening and rapid response. This system was a refinement of earlier designs, prioritizing reliability and for extended patrols. The initial armament of the Porter class focused on anti-aircraft defense, featuring eight 5-inch/38-caliber (127 mm) guns mounted in four twin turrets (two forward, one amidships, one aft), which provided a high suited for engaging low-flying . Offensive capabilities included two quadruple mounts for 21-inch (533 mm) tubes carrying eight torpedoes total, along with provisions for depth charges for , though the design de-emphasized heavy torpedo loads in favor of gun-based protection. Sensors consisted of early and fire-control systems typical of the era, such as the SG surface-search later added, but the class entered service with optical rangefinders and basic direction-finding equipment. USS Phelps was named in honor of Rear Admiral Thomas Stowell Phelps (1822–1901), a distinguished Civil War veteran and naval officer who served with valor in actions including the capture of New Orleans and the Battle of Mobile Bay, later rising to command the Pacific Squadron. This naming continued the Navy's tradition of commemorating notable figures from American naval history.
SpecificationDetails
Displacement1,805 long tons (standard); 2,663 long tons (full load)
Length380 ft 6 in (116.0 m)
Beam36 ft 2 in (11.0 m)
Draft10 ft 3 in (3.12 m)
Speed37 knots (69 km/h; 43 mph)
Complement276
Propulsion2 × Parsons geared steam turbines, 4 × Babcock & Wilcox boilers, 50,000 shp (37,000 kW)
Armament (initial)8 × 5 in/38 cal guns (4 × 2); 2 × 4 21 in torpedo tubes; depth charges

Building and launch

The USS Phelps (DD-360) was constructed as part of the Porter-class destroyer program, authorized by Congress in fiscal year 1933 to bolster the U.S. Navy's surface fleet amid the constraints of the London Naval Treaty of 1930 and growing international tensions in the interwar period. This initiative allowed for up to 13 destroyers of 1,850 tons standard displacement, reflecting efforts to modernize the fleet while adhering to treaty limits on tonnage and armament. Built by the at its in , the ship's was laid down on 2 January 1934, marking the beginning of assembly for the hull and structural framework. Construction proceeded steadily over the next 18 months, involving the installation of basic propulsion systems, compartments, and superstructure elements typical of the Porter-class design, which emphasized speed and leadership roles in destroyer flotillas. The Phelps was launched on 18 July 1935, sliding into the water at the in a ceremony sponsored by Mrs. Richard A. Kearny. Following the launch, the vessel entered the fitting-out phase, where additional outfitting such as wiring, piping, and trial preparations were completed to ready her for sea trials, ensuring structural integrity and basic functionality before full evaluation. This process highlighted the shipyard's role in the Navy's expanding industrial capacity during .

Commissioning and pre-war service

Commissioning and shakedown

USS Phelps was formally commissioned into the on 26 February 1936 at the , with Albert H. Rooks assuming duties as her first . The ceremony marked the transition of the from builder's trials to active service, following her launch on 18 July 1935 at the in . Immediately after commissioning, Phelps entered a period of at the , where her full armament—including eight 5-inch/38-caliber guns in four twin mounts—was installed, completing the armament configuration begun during construction. Crew training commenced alongside these preparations, focusing on operational procedures, damage control, and weapons handling to prepare the 276 officers and enlisted personnel for fleet duties. By early spring 1936, the ship was ready for initial sea trials. The followed in Ocean off the U.S. East Coast, encompassing a series of post-commissioning trials to validate the destroyer's systems under operational conditions. evaluations tested and auxiliary machinery, while gunnery exercises assessed the of her and anti-aircraft weapons during maneuvers near coastal waters, including areas off and . These trials, completed by mid-1936, ensured the vessel's seaworthiness and combat readiness before her assignment to East Coast duties. Following shakedown, Phelps remained on the U.S. East Coast for operations, including serving as of (DesRon 1) of the Scouting Force.

Diplomatic escort and training operations

USS Phelps conducted routine peacetime operations including fleet exercises, and gunnery drills, and patrols along coast. In November 1936, Phelps served as part of the screen for the heavy cruiser USS Indianapolis, which carried President Franklin D. Roosevelt on a "Good Neighbor" diplomatic cruise to Latin America for the Inter-American Conference for the Maintenance of Peace. The voyage departed Charleston, South Carolina, on 18 November, with stops at Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; Montevideo, Uruguay; and Buenos Aires, Argentina, where Roosevelt addressed the conference on 27 November. Phelps accompanied Indianapolis on the return journey via the Caribbean, arriving back at Charleston on 15 December. Following the diplomatic mission and additional trials, including an inclining experiment at in March 1937, Phelps transited via the to join the Pacific Fleet in 1937. By late 1937, she had established as her home base, from which she participated in annual fleet problems, goodwill visits to foreign ports, and ongoing training evolutions such as anti-submarine patrols and battle practice. These activities built the crew's proficiency in operations without any combat incidents during the . Commanded initially by Commander Albert H. Rooks from commissioning in February 1936, Phelps underwent routine officer rotations beginning in 1938 when Rooks departed for other duties; subsequent captains maintained standard peacetime leadership through 1941.

service in the Pacific

Pearl Harbor and early engagements

On 7 December 1941, USS Phelps was moored alongside the USS Dobbin at berth X-2 in , , undergoing a tender overhaul on cold iron status. At 0758, following the sounding of amid the surprise attack, the crew observed bombs exploding on and near USS Utah. The forward 1.1-inch anti-aircraft mount opened fire at 0802, with the after mount joining at 0815 after hasty reassembly; the ship engaged multiple enemy aircraft, crediting itself with downing one plane that crashed northward and setting two others ablaze. At 0926, Phelps got underway on two boilers at 26 knots, exiting via the North Channel for an anti-submarine search before joining USS St. Louis at 1000; the destroyer sustained no damage or casualties during the assault. In February and March 1942, Phelps screened , centered on the carrier , during air strikes against Japanese positions at and Salamaua in , supporting Allied efforts to disrupt enemy advances in the Southwest Pacific. These operations marked the destroyer's initial combat patrols following the attack, focusing on anti-submarine protection and escort duties amid rising tensions in the region. During the from 4 to 8 May 1942, Phelps screened the group as part of 17 after the carriers separated to evade Japanese attacks. Following severe damage to from Japanese bombs and torpedoes, which ignited uncontrollable fires, Phelps shifted to assist in rescue operations, launching small boats and taking station to windward of the carrier. The participated in saving survivors from Lexington's crew, contributing to the overall rescue of over 2,700 personnel by the task force despite the loss of 216 lives. To prevent capture, Phelps was ordered at 1853 to scuttle the blazing carrier, firing five torpedoes between 1915 and 1952—at least three of which hit—sinking Lexington at 1952 at position 15°12' S, 155°27' E with no additional casualties to the . After the battle, Phelps underwent repairs at in the Tonga Islands, preparing for subsequent Pacific operations without major incidents.

Coral Sea, Midway, and Guadalcanal actions

In June 1942, Phelps joined Task Force 16 under Vice Admiral William F. Halsey (later Rear Admiral Raymond A. Spruance) for the Battle of Midway, screening the carriers USS Enterprise and USS Hornet alongside other destroyers in Destroyer Squadron 1. The ship performed anti-submarine patrols and provided anti-aircraft defense for the task force, contributing to the protection of U.S. carriers during the decisive engagement that inflicted heavy losses on the Japanese fleet, including four aircraft carriers. Phelps experienced no direct enemy contact but faced operational challenges, including a temporary loss of propulsion on 6 June due to low fuel oil suction, which produced a large smoke plume visible to nearby ships; assistance from the light cruiser USS Atlanta helped restore power without compromising the task force's maneuvers. Phelps shifted to support the in August 1942 as part of Operation Watchtower, the first major Allied offensive in the Pacific, escorting invasion transports and providing gunfire support for landings on and on 7 August. Assigned to the Air Support Force under Rear Admiral Leigh Noyes and screening the carrier USS Saratoga in , the bombarded Japanese positions on the islands to suppress enemy defenses ahead of assaults. Throughout the initial phase, Phelps maintained anti-submarine screens and rescued survivors from downed aircraft, operating under continuous high-tempo steaming amid fuel shortages typical of the theater, while avoiding major surface actions.

Aleutian and Gilbert-Marshall operations

In May 1943, USS Phelps joined Task Force 16 in the , screening battleships such as USS Idaho and USS Nevada during the amphibious landings on from 11 May to 2 June. As part of the fire support group, she provided naval gunfire to suppress defenses, firing over 100 rounds of 5-inch ammunition on 11 May and additional salvos on 13 May to aid advancing troops. On 14 May, Phelps shifted to anti-submarine screening duties amid reports of potential enemy underwater threats, and on 17 May she resumed gunfire support for a landing party attempting to secure key positions. Her final contribution at Attu came on 24 May with a bombardment of 426 rounds before departing for Adak, helping secure the island after intense fighting that cost over 500 American lives. Following the Attu operation, Phelps participated in pre-invasion preparations for Kiska Island in 1943, bombarding -held positions as part of a surface task group on 22 July under heavy fog that concealed Allied movements but limited visibility and prevented direct enemy engagement. The dense fog, common in the Aleutians, masked the Japanese evacuation completed on 28 July, resulting in no opposition during Phelps' shelling, which targeted antiaircraft emplacements and coastal batteries. On 2 August, she rejoined the effort, expending 150 rounds of 5-inch shells to neutralize remaining threats ahead of the full on 15 August, which encountered an abandoned island and incidents due to the weather. These actions marked the end of occupation in the Aleutians without naval combat losses for Phelps. By November 1943, Phelps had transited south to support the Gilbert Islands invasion, providing gunfire support and anti-submarine screening for the landings on Makin Atoll from 20 to 23 November as part of the broader Task Force 53 under Rear Admiral Harry W. Hill. Assigned to the assault force, she fired 200 rounds on 20 November to cover initial troop deployments by the Army's 27th Infantry Division, followed by 150 rounds on 21 November against Butaritari Island defenses and 100 rounds on 23 November to assist the final push that cleared Japanese holdouts. Her screening duties protected troop transports and provided a defensive perimeter against submarines, while carrier aircraft from nearby task groups, including USS Lexington (CV-16), delivered air cover to suppress enemy aircraft and shore batteries. This operation secured Makin after four days of combat, with Phelps conducting routine refueling at sea to maintain operational tempo. In the campaign of – 1944, Phelps supported the Fifth Fleet's , conducting pre-invasion bombardments of on 31 and 1 , where she targeted shore installations and emplacements with sustained 5-inch to soften defenses for landings. She continued this on 3 and 4 during the assault on , expending ammunition to neutralize pillboxes and aid the 4th Division's advance. Shifting to Eniwetok Atoll, Phelps screened fast carriers of Task Force 58 on 17 and 18 , providing anti-aircraft protection and attacks on suspected contacts to safeguard the invasion fleet amid reports of enemy underwater activity. Her efforts included at-sea refueling alongside oiler groups and coordination with units via radio to adjust , contributing to the rapid capture of key atolls that advanced Allied airfields closer to .

Marianas and Palau strikes

In early 1944, following operations in the , USS Phelps supported the Fast Carrier 's raids on Japanese-held islands in the western Carolines. From late March, she screened oilers and escorts replenishing the carrier groups, providing anti-submarine and anti-aircraft protection during strikes on , , and Woleai between 30 March and 1 April. Her 5-inch guns and depth charges remained ready, but the encountered minimal opposition, with no losses reported among the screening vessels. This operation neutralized key Japanese airfields and naval facilities, paving the way for subsequent advances in the central Pacific. By June 1944, USS Phelps shifted to direct support for the Marianas campaign, joining the bombardment force for the invasion of under Operation Forager. On 13–14 June, she delivered pre-invasion fire from her eight 5-inch/38 caliber guns to suppress beach defenses and inland positions, targeting pillboxes, artillery emplacements, and troop concentrations ahead of the 15 June landings by the 2nd and 4th Marine Divisions. Continuing into the battle's early phases, Phelps provided call-fire support for advancing Marines through at least 18 June, expending numerous shells while maneuvering offshore amid from Japanese shore guns. Her torpedoes were held in reserve for potential surface threats, though none materialized during these actions. During the ensuing on 19–20 June, Phelps remained in the operational area as part of the broader Marianas effort, earning recognition for her role in the capture and occupation of from 15 June to 2 July. The destroyer's anti-aircraft batteries contributed to the defense against Japanese air attacks, though specific engagements for Phelps were not detailed in records; the battle resulted in overwhelming U.S. naval air superiority, with Japanese carrier aviation effectively destroyed. No casualties were sustained by Phelps in these operations, underscoring the effectiveness of the task force's coordinated defenses.

Atlantic and Mediterranean service

Overhaul and transit

Following the intense combat operations in the Pacific, including the bombardment of on 15 June 1944, USS Phelps transited the en route to the Atlantic theater, arriving at the Charleston Navy Yard in on 2 August 1944 for a comprehensive overhaul to address battle fatigue and update her capabilities. The overhaul, which extended through October 1944, focused primarily on armament alterations to bolster her anti-aircraft defenses, including replacement of some original 5-inch/51-caliber guns with 5-inch/38-caliber dual-purpose guns, addition of 40 mm guns, and enhancements to systems for improved detection and fire control. These modifications reflected the 's shift in priorities for older destroyers transitioning from surface and amphibious roles to protection duties. By November 1944, following the refit at , USS Phelps shifted to , and departed later that month on her transit to the Mediterranean, escorting a to Mers-el-Kebir, , without encountering enemy action. This voyage marked the destroyer's reassignment to Atlantic and Mediterranean operations for the remainder of the war.

Convoy escort duties

Following her overhaul at , USS Phelps (DD-360) departed , in to a across to Mers-el-Kebir, , conducting anti-submarine patrols en route as part of standard screening duties. This initial deployment marked her transition to Atlantic operations, supporting Allied logistics by protecting merchant shipping vital for sustaining forces in . In early 1945, Phelps completed three additional round-trip escort voyages to the Mediterranean, operating primarily from bases in and , with returns to U.S. ports after each mission. These runs facilitated the delivery of supplies to ports in and , bolstering ongoing Allied campaigns in the region amid the final stages of the European war. The ship arrived in on 10 June 1945 following her last voyage. By late 1944 and into 1945, threats to Atlantic convoys had become minimal due to Allied technological and numerical superiority, including advanced , air cover from escort carriers, and codebreaking intelligence that had decimated German submarine operations since the turning point in May 1943. Phelps' duties thus emphasized coordinated escort screening and anti-submarine vigilance, though encounters with enemy submarines were rare in this period.

Decommissioning and honors

Post-war decommissioning

Following the end of hostilities in the Pacific, USS Phelps (DD-360) returned to the East Coast, arriving at on 10 June 1945 after completing additional voyages to the Mediterranean. She then conducted routine patrols and operations along the Atlantic coast through the final months of the war and into the immediate postwar period. The ship was decommissioned on 6 November 1945 and placed in the Atlantic Reserve Fleet. USS Phelps remained in reserve until she was stricken from the on 28 January 1947. On 10 August 1947, the vessel was sold for scrap to the Northern Metals Company of , , where she was subsequently dismantled. The hull was not preserved as a , though historical records, photographs, and action reports related to her service are maintained in the collections of the .

Battle stars and legacy

For her service during World War II, USS Phelps was awarded 12 battle stars by the U.S. Navy, recognizing her participation in key campaigns across both the Pacific and Atlantic theaters. These honors encompassed operations at on 7 December 1941, the from 4–8 May 1942, the from 3–6 June 1942, the Eastern Solomons campaign from 23–25 August 1942, Guadalcanal-Tulagi landings from 7–9 August 1942, the from May to August 1943, the operation from 20 November to 4 December 1943, the campaign from 29 January to 8 February 1944, the Marianas operation from 19 June to 10 July 1944, the Western strikes from 30 March to 1 April 1944, and European-African-Middle Eastern theater duties in 1945. As a member of the leaders, Phelps exemplified the class's versatility, serving in diverse roles such as screening aircraft carriers during major fleet actions, providing shore bombardment support for amphibious landings, acting as for , and conducting escorts in both Pacific and Atlantic waters. Her contributions, including downing an enemy aircraft at and delivering the final torpedoes to the scuttled carrier USS during the Coral Sea battle, underscored the Porter-class's role in bolstering U.S. naval dominance by protecting vital task forces and enabling offensive operations against forces. Post-war, operational data and experiences from Phelps' service, particularly in anti-aircraft defense and multi-role adaptability, informed refinements in subsequent U.S. designs, such as enhanced armament layouts in the and later classes that addressed top-heaviness and improved seaworthiness observed in the Porters. Her legacy endures through commemorations in official naval , including the Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships, highlighting her as one of the most active leaders of the . Historical records note gaps in detailed citations for her late-war Atlantic duties, limited primarily to escorts to el-Kébir and Mediterranean transits in early 1945, with fuller accounts focused on Pacific engagements.

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