The USS Farragut (DD-348) was a Mahan-class destroyer named after Admiral David Farragut. It was commissioned in 1934 and participated in various operations during World War II, including the attacks on Pearl Harbor and the Battle of Midway. The ship was active in the Pacific theater, engaging in escort duties, patrols, and bombardments. It received several battle stars for its service. In 1943, the Farragut was involved in the Battle of Tassafaronga, where it was hit by a torpedo and suffered heavy casualties. The ship was repaired and returned to service, continuing its operations in the Pacific until the end of the war. After the war, the USS Farragut was decommissioned and eventually scrapped in 1947. Its service and sacrifices during World War II are recognized and commemorated by historians and naval enthusiasts.

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