USS Duluth (CL-87)

USS Duluth (CL-87) was a Cleveland-class light cruiser of the United States Navy. She was the only U.S. Navy ship to bear the name of Duluth, Minnesota. Commissioned in September 1944, Duluth saw extensive service in the Pacific Theater of World War II, participating in numerous campaigns including the Philippines campaign, the Battle of Okinawa, and supporting the occupation of Japan.

After the war, Duluth participated in Operation Magic Carpet, transporting troops back to the United States. She remained in active service until being decommissioned in June 1949 and placed in the Pacific Reserve Fleet.

During the Korean War, Duluth was reactivated and recommissioned in March 1951. She provided naval gunfire support for United Nations forces and participated in patrol and blockade duties. After the Korean War, Duluth continued to operate in the Pacific, participating in various exercises and deployments.

She was decommissioned again in December 1953 and returned to the Pacific Reserve Fleet. USS Duluth was eventually struck from the Naval Vessel Register in 1960 and sold for scrap. She earned three battle stars for her service in World War II and five battle stars for her service in the Korean War.