USS Newport News (CA–148) was the third and last ship of the Des Moines -class of heavy cruisers in the United States Navy. She was the first fully air-conditioned surface ship and the …

Website dedicated to the US Navy Heavy Cruiser USS Newport News (CA-148) and all those who served aboard 1949-1975

The Des Moines -class heavy cruiser, USS Newport News (CA-148) was commissioned on January 29, 1949, at Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Company, Newport News, …

USS NEWPORT NEWS - the last heavy cruiser built for the US Navy - was one of the DES MOINES - class heavy cruisers and the second ship in the Navy named after the city in Virginia.

The second Newport News (CA-148), a heavy cruiser, was laid down 1 November 1945; launched on 6 March 1948 by Newport News Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Company Newport News, …

The USS NEWPORT NEWS (CA-148), a Des Moines-class heavy cruiser, was commissioned on 29 JAN 1949. USS NEWPORT NEWS served her country for 26 years, 4 months and 29 days, …

The last Heavy Cruiser built for the U.S. Navy, CA 148, was named for the city in which she was built, Newport News, Virginia. Her keel was laid at Newport News Shipbuilding & Dry Dock Co. …

Aug 23, 2017 · Page details technical specifications, development, operational history of the USS Newport News (CA-148) Heavy Cruiser Warship including pictures.

The aircraft carrier USS Newport News was laid on 1 November 1945 and launched on 6 March 1948. She entered service on January 29, 1949, fuselage designation CA-148.

The Heavy Cruiser USS Newport News (CA-148) served as Flag Ship for the 2nd & 6th fleets. Clicking on the years below you'll step back in time and relive the history of this Great Warship.