On this day in 1975, the USS Laffey decommissioned for the second and final time. She was previously decommissioned in 1944 and recommissioned in 1951 to serve in the Korean War. The decommissioning ceremony took place at the Franklin Street Pier in Alexandria, Virginia. Six years later, in 1981, the USS Laffey became part of the fleet at Patriots Point. We are so thankful that she remains a vibrant part of our museum today! | Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum

Nicknamed “The Ship That Would Not Die,” step aboard the USS Laffey, WWII’s most decorated destroyer still in existence. | Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum

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Our volunteers have been hard at work renovating the USS Laffey's signal bridge. Check out the updates and learn about all the ways ships communicate at sea. | Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum

The USS Laffey is included in our price for admission and is a "can't miss" when you visit! Come learn why her nickname is "The Ship that Would Not Die." | Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum

76 years ago, the USS Laffey (DD-724) became "The Ship That Would Not Die" when she survived the longest kamikaze attack on a single vessel. The American flag that flew on board that day is still intact and a part of our museum collection. Take a closer look in today's Curator's Corner. | Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum