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What is a guided-missile destroyer?
The USS Benfold is a modern warship designed for a variety of naval operations, including air defence, anti-submarine warfare, and striking targets with missiles. These destroyers are key assets for the US Navy, projecting power and protecting interests across the globe, like in the South China Sea where the Benfold was operating.
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