USS SCOTT (DDG-995)

• Originally Ordered by Iran: The USS Scott (DDG-995) was originally built for the Imperial Iranian Navy and was to be named Khan Khadem before the 1979 Iranian Revolution led to the cancellation of the order. • Kidd-Class Destroyer: The USS Scott was the fourth and final ship of the "Kidd class," a group of destroyers known for their advanced anti-aircraft and anti-submarine capabilities. • Named After Admiral Norman Scott: The ship is named in honor of Rear Admiral Norman Scott, a Medal of Honor recipient who was killed in action during the Naval Battle of Guadalcanal in World War II. • Commissioned in 1981: USS Scott was commissioned into the US Navy on 24 October 1981, joining the fleet at Ingalls Shipbuilding in Pascagoula, Mississippi. • Specialized for Hot Climates: The Kidd-class destroyers, including Scott, featured enhanced air conditioning and filtration systems, making them ideal for operations in the Middle East. • Service in the Persian Gulf: USS Scott served in several deployments to the Persian Gulf, providing escort and protection for US and allied vessels during times of regional tension. • Advanced Technology: The ship was equipped with the NTDS (Naval Tactical Data System), advanced radar, and missile systems, making it one of the most capable destroyers of its time. • Decommissioned in 1998: After 17 years of service with the US Navy, USS Scott was decommissioned on 10 December 1998. • Transfer to Taiwan: In 2004, USS Scott was transferred to the Republic of China Navy (Taiwan) where she was renamed ROCS Kee Lung (DDG-1801). • Longest Kidd-Class Ship in Service: As ROCS Kee Lung, the former USS Scott became Taiwan's flagship and remains a testament to the ship’s robust design and enduring legacy.