USS Ticonderoga (U.S. Navy) White Coffee Mug

The USS Ticonderoga is a U.S. Navy guided missile cruiser, specifically classified as a Ticonderoga-class cruiser, with the hull number CG-47. It was commissioned in 1983 and is named after the Battle of Ticonderoga during the French and Indian War. The vessel is equipped with Aegis combat system, featuring long-range guided missiles for air defense purposes. The USS Ticonderoga serves as a flagship for task forces and provides air warfare command and control capabilities, in addition to its defensive role. Throughout its service life, it has participated in various global missions, including the Persian Gulf War, Operation Enduring Freedom, and Operation Iraqi Freedom.