May 17, 1987
An Iraqi Mirage jet engaged the USS Stark with two Exocet missiles. The missiles hit and caused heavy loss of life. The Captain was relieved of duty and retired.
The home port of The Stark is Naval Station Mayport. RIP. You deserved better.
Peter.
17 May 2019, 23:51
Bill/OregonI just hope we aren't reminded of this when the Iranians drill a hole in the Truman in the Straits of Hormuz.