SHIP CONSTRUCTION MILESTONES

Every milestone in a ship's life brings it one step closer to protecting our freedom. From major and minor lifts, to the start of fabrication and keel authentication ceremonies, these milestones are celebrated by the shipbuilder and our U.S. Navy and U.S. Coast Guard customers. As the shipbuilder, we celebrate not only the significance of these milestones in the life of our ships, but recognize the achievements of the men and women of our workforce.
SHIP SPECIFICATIONS

Lenah Sutcliffe Higbee (DDG 123) is the 34th Aegis Guided Missile Destroyer built at Ingalls Shipbuilding.
NAMESAKE

Chief Nurse Lenah Sutcliffe Higbee was one of the leading women of the 21st century for the United States Navy.
SHIP'S SPONSORS:

Lenah Sutcliffe Higbee (DDG 123) will be christened by three sponsors, Mrs. Louisa O. Dixon, Mrs. Virginia Munford, and Mrs. R. Pickett Wilson.