USS Doris Miller or ‘USS Donald Trump’? New report hints at potential rechristening of future aircraft carrier CVN-81
It’s unclear what the Navy is seeking to change the name of the future aircraft carrier to. However, two of the sources told CNN that there have been internal conversations about renaming it to honour Trump.
The US Navy is considering renaming a future aircraft carrier, CVN-81, to honor the legacy of Doris "Dorie" Miller, according to two sources cited by CNN. Miller was an African American sailor who demonstrated extraordinary bravery during the attack on Pearl Harbor, helping to defend US forces despite having no formal training in operating anti-aircraft guns.
He was posthumously awarded the Navy Cross and is remembered as a hero. The Navy changed the name of the carrier from USS Doris Miller to simply CVN-81 during President Donald Trump's first term, but sources indicate there have been internal discussions about reinstating the original name. The Navy is also recommending Miller for the Medal of Honor, the highest military decoration for valour, and Congress and President Trump would need to approve the award.
Acting Secretary of the Navy Hung Cao is leading efforts to update naming guidelines for ships. The Navy has stopped referring to the ship internally by its nickname and is focusing on finalizing a new name before its anticipated 2034 delivery.
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