Destroyer Squadron 22

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Destroyer Squadron 22, often abbreviated as DESRON 22, is a squadron of warships of the United States Navy. It is an operational component of Carrier Strike Group Two. The squadron was formed in March 1943,[1] and later was one of the first two squadrons of Arleigh Burke-class destroyers. Its unofficial motto is “The Fighting Double Duece.”

Founded1943; 83 years ago (1943)
Country United States
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Destroyer Squadron 22
Founded1943; 83 years ago (1943)
Country United States
Branch United States Navy
TypeDestroyer squadron
Part ofCarrier Strike Group Two
NicknameDESRON 22
MottoFacta Non Verba
Websitehttps://www.surflant.usff.navy.mil/desron22/
Commanders
CommodoreCaptain Edward J. Pledger
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