USS Gregory (DD-802)

The USS ''Gregory'' (DD-802) was a ''Gearing''-class destroyer in the United States Navy. Named for Rear Admiral John Gregory, she was laid down on 18 January 1945 by the Bethlehem Steel Company, San Francisco, California; launched on 28 July 1945; sponsored by Mrs. John Gregory; and commissioned on 22 February 1946, Commander R. M. Kyes in command.

Following shakedown training, the ''Gregory'' joined the Pacific Fleet and served in the Far East. She participated in various peacetime operations throughout the Pacific, contributing to maintaining stability and projecting American naval power in the region. Specific details regarding her deployments and actions during this period are currently limited in available public sources.

The ship underwent several modernization programs throughout her service life, enhancing her capabilities and extending her operational lifespan. The specifics of these modernization efforts, including dates and modifications, require further research.

The ''Gregory'' was decommissioned on 1 June 1970 and subsequently struck from the Naval Vessel Register. Her ultimate fate, whether scrapped or disposed of in another manner, requires additional research. Further information on her specific contributions, awards, and operational history is needed to complete a comprehensive encyclopedia entry.