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USS MULLINNIX DD-944

MT 52


Among many "lasts" include the 5" 54 - the last gunmount that had gunnersmates inside during fire missions.



MT52 Shelling Enemy positions - Vietnam 1972            
MT 52 Shelling Enemy Positions - Vietnam 1972


The last "manned" gunmount in US Naval history.



Believe me when I say, the Gunners Mates inside a 5" 54 had a hell of a job, and did one hell of a job!!

GMG John Toth in MT52 Shelling Enemy positions Vietnam 1972
GMG3 John Toth in MT 52 Shelling Enemy Positions Vietnam 1972



5" 54 Ammunition



5" 54 Types of Projectiles



5" 54 Range






The 5" Gun Carrier System on the Mullinnix was identical to this one on the USS Edson DD946.
Note the blue color of a 5" dummy round as well as the powder cannister below.


Mullinnix MT52 in Action As Seen From Aft Director - Vietnam 1969


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