Future USS Harvey C. Barnum Jr. (DDG 124) Arrives at Naval Station Norfolk Homeport Ahead of Commissioning
By Commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic NORFOLK, Va. - (March 20, 2026) – The newest Arleigh Burke class guided-missile destroyer, the future USS Harvey C. Barnum Jr. (DDG 124), arrived at its homeport, Naval Station Norfolk, on March 20. The arrival precedes the warship’s commissioning ceremony, which is scheduled for April 11, 2026. The warship’s namesake, retired U.S. […]
READ STORYPCU Harvey C. Barnum Jr. (DDG 124) Sailors Arrive in Boston for Scheduled Port Visit
The PCU Harvey C. Barnum Jr. (DDG 124) makes a historic stop in Boston! As the crew prepares to "bring the ship to life" this April, they are opening their doors for public tours and community events. Learn more about this Flight IIA destroyer’s visit and its path to joining the surface fleet.
READ STORYNavy Announces Commissioning of the Future USS Harvey C. Barnum Jr.
The U.S. Navy’s newest warship is ready. The future USS Harvey C. Barnum Jr. (DDG 124) officially enters the fleet on April 11, 2026. Learn about the legendary Marine behind the name, the ship’s advanced missile defense tech, and where to stream the historic commissioning ceremony in Norfolk.
READ STORYNavy Accepts Delivery of Future USS Harvey C. Barnum, Jr.
By Team Ships Public Affairs, United States Navy BATH, Maine - The U.S Navy accepted delivery of future USS Harvey C. Barnum, Jr. (DDG 124), from General Dynamics Bath Iron Works, Nov. 17. The delivery of DDG 124 marks the official transfer of the ship from the shipbuilder to the Navy. Delivery follows a rigorous […]
READ STORYLiving Namesake Rides First Set of Sea Trials for DDG 124
From NAVSEA Public Affairs In a rare moment of living history, ship namesake and Medal of Honor recipient, Col. Harvey “Barney” Barnum Jr. joined members of future USS Harvey C. Barnum Jr.’s (DDG 124) crew, the Navy programmatic team, and industry partners onboard the ship’s first set of sea trials, departing from General Dynamics Bath […]
READ STORYOne Ship. One Hero. One Unforgettable Day at Sea.
By U.S. Fleet Force Command ATLANTIC OCEAN (July 15, 2025) – U.S. Marine Corps Col. (Ret.) Harvey C. Barnum Jr., a Medal of Honor recipient, participates in sea trials aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer Pre-Commissioning Unit Harvey C. Barnum Jr. (DDG 124), July 15. The ship is named in honor of Barnum, who received […]
READ STORYHarvey C. Barnum Jr. Sailor Selected as Fleet Forces Sailor of the Year
Story by U.S. Navy, Petty Officer 2nd Class Luke Wilson NORFOLK, Va. (June 2, 2025) – Hospital Corpsman 1st Class Courtney Dion, from Simi Valley, California, assigned to Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Harvey C. Barnum Jr. (DDG 124), was named the Commander, Naval Surface Force Atlantic Shore Sailor of the Year (SOY) and the U.S. Fleet Forces […]
READ STORYMedal of Honor Monday: Marine Corps Col. Harvey Barnum Jr.
By Katie Lange, DOD News Marine Corps Col. Harvey Curtiss Barnum Jr. barely had time to adjust to Vietnam as a young lieutenant before he found himself commanding a company in the middle of an enemy ambush. Barnum's calm demeanor and swift decisions helped stabilize his badly damaged unit, and they earned him the Medal […]
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