USS Tillman

Last updated November 04, 2021

USS Tillman has been the name of two ships in the United States Navy. Both are named for Senator Benjamin Tillman.

USS Tillman (DD-135), a Wickes-class destroyer, which served from 1921 until 1940. She was then transferred to Britain where she served as HMS Wells from 1941 until 1945.
USS Tillman (DD-641), a Gleaves-class destroyer, that served from 1942 until 1947.

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