Certain cruisers have set themselves apart throughout naval history by virtue of outstanding design, combat capability, and historical impact. Setting new benchmarks in marine warfare, these amazing boats reflect the height of naval engineering and military capability. Through many successful deployments, combat operations, and worldwide power projection, these nine cruisers—from revolutionary weapon systems to innovative defensive capabilities—have earned their place in history.
1. USS Ticonderoga (CG-47)
When the revolutionary Ticonderoga-class cruisers were commissioned, their lead ship raised new benchmarks for naval warfare. This amazing ship brought the Aegis Combat System, which changed sea air defense capacity. Unprecedented at the time, the Ticonderoga could track and engage several aerial threats concurrently with its advanced SPY-1A radar system. The ship was a tough opponent with surface-to----air missiles, anti-ship weapons, and sophisticated electronic warfare systems. From peacekeeping operations to combat deployments, the Ticonderoga proved the value of its innovative design by showing extraordinary dependability in many operations over its service life.
