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construction of our first u.s. navy destroyer began in what year?
a) 1899
b) 1884
c) 1921
d) 1906
Identify the first U.S. Navy destroyer
The first designated destroyer of the United States Navy was USS Bainbridge (Destroyer No. 1).
Determine the start of construction
The keel of USS Bainbridge (DD-1) was laid down on June 27, 1899, by Neafie & Levy Ship and Engine Building Co. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Match with the given options
The year construction began is 1899, which corresponds to option A.
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- (A) 1899 (Correct answer)
- (B) 1884
- (C) 1921
- (D) 1906