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USS Des Moines Temporarily Returns on its Anniversary!
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USS Des Moines was the lead ship of the Des Moines class of American heavy cruisers, laid down on May 28th 1945. She was the first ship to carry semi-automatic 8-inch Mark 16 guns, and instead of aircraft catapults, Sikorsky HO3S-1 multi-role helicopters could land on her deck.

USS Des Moines is temporarily available for Golden Eagles!

You can get this heavy cruiser for 8,020 Golden Eagles.

When: From May 28th (11:00 GMT) until May 31st (07:00 GMT).

Where: USA > Bluewater fleet > Premium vehicles.

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About this heavy cruiser

  • USS Des Moines is slow and not that durable, but her rate of fire will make you gasp! Its broadside can deal enormous amounts of damage to the enemy. Stay out of range of enemy torpedoes, and take care of yourself — when you see the enemy, greet them with a barrage of shells!
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