Tamiya 78012 US Navy DD445 Fletcher
Fletcher was laid down by the Federal Shipbuilding and Dry Dock Company, Kearny, New Jersey, on 2 October 1941. She was launched on 3 May 1942; sponsored by Mrs. F. F. Fletcher, widow of Admiral Fletcher; and commissioned on 30 June 1942, with Lieutenant Commander William M. Cole in command.
Fletcher received fifteen battle stars for World War II service, and five for Korean War service, making her one of the most decorated ships in US service.