The Destroyer USS Kidd

The Destroyer USS Kidd is a detailed study of the Fletcher-class destroyer USS Kidd (DD-661). This digital edition is offered as a PDF and can be downloaded instantly after purchase.

Written by Stefan Dramiński and published in 2024, the book combines a technical description of the ship with her service history and a wealth of illustrations.

Book Overview

This volume from the Anatomy of the Ship series examines the destroyer USS Kidd (DD-661), a Fletcher-class warship preserved as a memorial in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. The opening sections cover the development of the class and the ship’s technical arrangements.

The book then moves through primary views and a large set of drawings. It closes with a bibliography for further study.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• The history of the USS Kidd and the development of the Fletcher class
• A technical description of the destroyer and her September 1945 configuration
• Primary views based on wartime shipyard plans and 3D modeling
• Drawings covering general arrangements, hull structure, superstructure, rig, armament, fire control and radars, fittings, and boats
• Captioned illustrations showing the reconstruction of the museum ship
• A bibliography for additional reading

Why The Destroyer USS Kidd Matters

The USS Kidd is one of only four Fletcher-class destroyers not scrapped after active service. Her preservation in Baton Rouge makes her a rare example of a late World War II-era destroyer.

This book records the ship’s configuration at several points in her career and offers a reliable reference for naval historians, ship modelers, and warship enthusiasts.

Book Details

Device Compatibility

This is a digital download. No physical item will be shipped, and the file is available after purchase.

The PDF can be opened on desktop computers, tablets, and mobile devices using compatible PDF reading apps. Kindle apps and other reading applications that support PDF files may also be used.

FAQ

How soon will I receive the book? You receive instant access after purchase and can download the PDF immediately.

Will a physical book be shipped? No. This is a digital edition, so no physical copy is sent.

What devices can I use? The PDF works with compatible reading apps on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.

Download The Destroyer USS Kidd today to explore the design and history of this preserved Fletcher-class destroyer.