Fletcher-class Destroyer U.S.S. Capps
Saw World War II Service in Atlantic and Pacific Theaters
Then Went on to Long Career in Spanish Navy as Lepanto
Fletcher-class destroyer USS Caps during service for Spain as Lepanto |
A member of the Fletcher class, the largest class of destroyers built during World War II, she served in a number of operations in both the Atlantic and Pacific theaters of operation during World War II including raids on German ports, escort duty, and the battles of Iwo Jima and Okinawa.
After being decommissioned by the U.S. Navy, she was transferred to the Spanish Navy, where she served until 1985 as Lepanto.
Our USS Capps Plans Page features plans of each of her decks, inboard and outboard profiles, sections, and body plans perfect for model ship construction.