Japan: The Imperial Japanese Navy destroyer Amagiri, renowned for ramming the PT-109 (Patrol Torpedo boat) commanded by Lieutenant John F. Kennedy during World War II (1939 - 1945). Photograph 1930

Amagiri was the 15th of 24 Fubuki-class destroyers, built for the Imperial Japanese Navy following World War I. When introduced into service, these ships were the most powerful destroyers in the world. They served as first-line destroyers through the 1930s, and remained formidable weapons systems well into the Pacific War. She is most famous for ramming the PT-109 commanded by Lieutenant John F. Kennedy, who would later become the 35th President of the United States.

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