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=== Primary armament ===
 
=== Primary armament ===
 
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== History ==
 
== History ==
 
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The ''USS Northampton'' (CA-26) was the lead ship of the ''Northampton''-class of heavy cruisers. Originally classified as a light cruiser due to her small size, she was later reclassified as a heavy cruiser because of her 8-inch armament. She served in the Pacific prior to the Second World War, and was escorting the USS Enterprise when the Japanese fleet attacked Pearl Harbour. She later served in the Guadalcanal campaign, participating in the Battle of Santa Cruz. However, she was sunk at the Battle of Tassafaronga, having been struck by Japanese torpedoes.<ref name=":0">Rickard, J. (2004)</ref><ref name=":1">US Navy Heritage Command. (2015)</ref>
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The USS ''Northampton'' (CA-26) was the lead ship of the ''Northampton''-class of heavy cruisers. Originally classified as a light cruiser due to her small size, she was later reclassified as a heavy cruiser because of her 8-inch armament. She served in the Pacific prior to the Second World War, and was escorting the USS Enterprise when the Japanese fleet attacked Pearl Harbour. She later served in the Guadalcanal campaign, participating in the Battle of Santa Cruz. However, she was sunk at the Battle of Tassafaronga, having been struck by Japanese torpedoes.<ref name=":0">Rickard, J. (2004)</ref><ref name=":1">US Navy Heritage Command. (2015)</ref>
  
 
=== Design and construction ===
 
=== Design and construction ===
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The ''USS Northampton'' was the lead ship of the ''Northampton'' class, the second American ‘Treaty’ heavy cruiser class following the ''[[USS Pensacola (CA-24)|Pensacola]]'' class. Due to the limitations of the Washington naval treaty, they were very light at just 9000 tons standard - even lighter than their predecessors, the ''[[USS Pensacola (CA-24)|Pensacolas]]''.<ref name=":0" /> The armament scheme was revised to feature nine 8-inch (203 mm) guns in three triple turrets, which would be featured on every subsequent American heavy cruiser.<ref name=":0" /> Their anti-aircraft armament was initially sparse but would be refitted later on. As with all American heavy cruiser designs, they did not carry any torpedo armament. The ''Northampton''-class were capable of making 32.7 knots (60 kph).<ref name=":0" />
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The USS ''Northampton'' was the lead ship of the ''Northampton'' class, the second American 'Treaty' heavy cruiser class following the ''[[USS Pensacola (CA-24)|Pensacola]]'' class. Due to the limitations of the Washington naval treaty, they were very light at just 9000 tons standard - even lighter than their predecessors, the ''[[USS Pensacola (CA-24)|Pensacolas]]''.<ref name=":0" /> The armament scheme was revised to feature nine 8-inch (203 mm) guns in three triple turrets, which would be featured on every subsequent American heavy cruiser.<ref name=":0" /> Their anti-aircraft armament was initially sparse but would be refitted later on. As with all American heavy cruiser designs, they did not carry any torpedo armament. The ''Northampton''-class were capable of making 32.7 knots (60 kph).<ref name=":0" />
  
 
The USS ''Northampton'' was laid down on April 12th of 1928, and launched on September 5th 1929. She was sponsored by Grace Coolidge, former first lady of the United states. After construction was completed, she was formally commissioned on May 17th 1930.<ref name=":0" />
 
The USS ''Northampton'' was laid down on April 12th of 1928, and launched on September 5th 1929. She was sponsored by Grace Coolidge, former first lady of the United states. After construction was completed, she was formally commissioned on May 17th 1930.<ref name=":0" />
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After her commissioning, the ''Northampton'' embarked on a shakedown cruise into the Mediterranean as part of the US Atlantic Fleet. Following the London Naval Treaty, the ship was reclassified as CA-26. In 1932, she moved to the Pacific fleet and was homeported at San Pedro; she would remain there until the start of the Second World War.<ref name=":1" />
 
After her commissioning, the ''Northampton'' embarked on a shakedown cruise into the Mediterranean as part of the US Atlantic Fleet. Following the London Naval Treaty, the ship was reclassified as CA-26. In 1932, she moved to the Pacific fleet and was homeported at San Pedro; she would remain there until the start of the Second World War.<ref name=":1" />
  
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When the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbour, the ''Northampton'' was out at sea escorting the ''USS Enterprise'' with Admiral William ‘Bull’ Halsey on board. She subsequently escorted the aircraft carrier ''Hornet'' on the Doolittle raid and the carrier Enterprise during the Battle of Midway.<ref name=":1" /> She escorted the ''Hornet'' during the Battle of Santa Cruz Islands, and attempted to keep her afloat after the carrier was severely damaged by Japanese aircraft. Her attempts were unsuccessful, and the ''Hornet'' was finished off by torpedoes and gunfire.<ref name=":1" />
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When the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbour, the ''Northampton'' was out at sea escorting the USS ''Enterprise'' with Admiral William 'Bull' Halsey on board. She subsequently escorted the aircraft carrier ''Hornet'' on the Doolittle raid and the carrier Enterprise during the Battle of Midway.<ref name=":1" /> She escorted the ''Hornet'' during the Battle of Santa Cruz Islands, and attempted to keep her afloat after the carrier was severely damaged by Japanese aircraft. Her attempts were unsuccessful, and the ''Hornet'' was finished off by torpedoes and gunfire.<ref name=":1" />
  
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The ''Northampton'' engaged in her final action, the Battle of Tassafaronga on November 30th 1942. A force of several American heavy cruisers and destroyers encountered a group of eight Japanese destroyers, tasked with delivering food to the forces at Guadalcanal.<ref name=":1" /> Taken by surprise, the Japanese force lost one of the destroyers with heavy damage to others. However, they retaliated with a torpedo attack and hit several of the American heavy cruisers. ''Northampton'' was hit by two Japanese Type 93 “Long Lance” torpedoes, which tore large gashes in her hull. Crippled and sinking, the ship was abandoned. Northampton received a total of six battle stars for her service during the Second World War.<ref name=":1" />
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The ''Northampton'' engaged in her final action, the Battle of Tassafaronga on November 30th 1942. A force of several American heavy cruisers and destroyers encountered a group of eight Japanese destroyers, tasked with delivering food to the forces at Guadalcanal.<ref name=":1" /> Taken by surprise, the Japanese force lost one of the destroyers with heavy damage to others. However, they retaliated with a torpedo attack and hit several of the American heavy cruisers. ''Northampton'' was hit by two Japanese Type 93 "Long Lance" torpedoes, which tore large gashes in her hull. Crippled and sinking, the ship was abandoned. Northampton received a total of six battle stars for her service during the Second World War.<ref name=":1" />
  
 
== Media ==
 
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* Rickard, J. (2004, March 10). USS Northampton CA-26. Retrieved November 18, 2020, from <nowiki>http://www.historyofwar.org/articles/weapons_USS_Northampton_CA26.html</nowiki>
 
* Rickard, J. (2004, March 10). USS Northampton CA-26. Retrieved November 18, 2020, from <nowiki>http://www.historyofwar.org/articles/weapons_USS_Northampton_CA26.html</nowiki>
 
* US Navy Heritage Command. (2015, August 13). Northampton II (CL-26). Retrieved November 18, 2020, from <nowiki>https://www.history.navy.mil/research/histories/ship-histories/danfs/n/northampton-ii.html</nowiki>
 
* US Navy Heritage Command. (2015, August 13). Northampton II (CL-26). Retrieved November 18, 2020, from <nowiki>https://www.history.navy.mil/research/histories/ship-histories/danfs/n/northampton-ii.html</nowiki>
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Rank VI USA | Premium | Golden Eagles
A-10A Thunderbolt (Early)
USS Northampton
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USS Northampton
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Description

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The Northampton-class, USS Northampton (CA-26), 1941 is a rank IV American heavy cruiser with a battle rating of 5.3 (AB/RB/SB). It was introduced in Update "Raining Fire".

General info

Survivability and armour

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Mobility

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Mobility Characteristics
Game Mode Upgrade Status Maximum Speed (km/h) Turn Time (s) Turn Radius (m)
Forward Reverse
AB Stock ___ ___
Upgraded 70 21
RB/SB Stock ___ ___
Upgraded 60 18

Armament

Primary armament

Main article: 8 inch/55 Mark 15 (203 mm)

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Secondary armament

Main article: 5 inch/25 Mk.13 AA (127 mm)

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Anti-aircraft armament

Main articles: 1.1 inch/75 Mk.1 (28 mm), AN-M2 (12.7 mm)

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Usage in battles

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Modules

Tier Seakeeping Unsinkability Firepower
I Dry-Docking Tool Set 8 inch Mk.19 APCBC Anti-Air Armament Targeting
II Rudder Replacement Fire Protection System Smokescreen 8 inch Mk.25 HC Auxiliary Armament Targeting
III Propeller Replacement Shrapnel Protection Ventilation 5 inch Mk.28 AAC-VT Primary Armament Targeting Improved Rangefinder
IV Engine Maintenance New Pumps Ammo Wetting 8 inch Mk.17 SP Common

Pros and cons

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History

The USS Northampton (CA-26) was the lead ship of the Northampton-class of heavy cruisers. Originally classified as a light cruiser due to her small size, she was later reclassified as a heavy cruiser because of her 8-inch armament. She served in the Pacific prior to the Second World War, and was escorting the USS Enterprise when the Japanese fleet attacked Pearl Harbour. She later served in the Guadalcanal campaign, participating in the Battle of Santa Cruz. However, she was sunk at the Battle of Tassafaronga, having been struck by Japanese torpedoes.[1][2]

Design and construction

The USS Northampton was the lead ship of the Northampton class, the second American 'Treaty' heavy cruiser class following the Pensacola class. Due to the limitations of the Washington naval treaty, they were very light at just 9000 tons standard - even lighter than their predecessors, the Pensacolas.[1] The armament scheme was revised to feature nine 8-inch (203 mm) guns in three triple turrets, which would be featured on every subsequent American heavy cruiser.[1] Their anti-aircraft armament was initially sparse but would be refitted later on. As with all American heavy cruiser designs, they did not carry any torpedo armament. The Northampton-class were capable of making 32.7 knots (60 kph).[1]

The USS Northampton was laid down on April 12th of 1928, and launched on September 5th 1929. She was sponsored by Grace Coolidge, former first lady of the United states. After construction was completed, she was formally commissioned on May 17th 1930.[1]

Northampton attempting to save the Crippled USS Hornet at the battle of Guadalcanal.

Service history

After her commissioning, the Northampton embarked on a shakedown cruise into the Mediterranean as part of the US Atlantic Fleet. Following the London Naval Treaty, the ship was reclassified as CA-26. In 1932, she moved to the Pacific fleet and was homeported at San Pedro; she would remain there until the start of the Second World War.[2]

When the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbour, the Northampton was out at sea escorting the USS Enterprise with Admiral William 'Bull' Halsey on board. She subsequently escorted the aircraft carrier Hornet on the Doolittle raid and the carrier Enterprise during the Battle of Midway.[2] She escorted the Hornet during the Battle of Santa Cruz Islands, and attempted to keep her afloat after the carrier was severely damaged by Japanese aircraft. Her attempts were unsuccessful, and the Hornet was finished off by torpedoes and gunfire.[2]

The Northampton engaged in her final action, the Battle of Tassafaronga on November 30th 1942. A force of several American heavy cruisers and destroyers encountered a group of eight Japanese destroyers, tasked with delivering food to the forces at Guadalcanal.[2] Taken by surprise, the Japanese force lost one of the destroyers with heavy damage to others. However, they retaliated with a torpedo attack and hit several of the American heavy cruisers. Northampton was hit by two Japanese Type 93 "Long Lance" torpedoes, which tore large gashes in her hull. Crippled and sinking, the ship was abandoned. Northampton received a total of six battle stars for her service during the Second World War.[2]

Media

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See also

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  • reference to the series of the ship;
  • links to approximate analogues of other nations and research trees.

External links

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Rickard, J. (2004)
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 US Navy Heritage Command. (2015)

Works Cited

  • Rickard, J. (2004, March 10). USS Northampton CA-26. Retrieved November 18, 2020, from http://www.historyofwar.org/articles/weapons_USS_Northampton_CA26.html
  • US Navy Heritage Command. (2015, August 13). Northampton II (CL-26). Retrieved November 18, 2020, from https://www.history.navy.mil/research/histories/ship-histories/danfs/n/northampton-ii.html


USA heavy cruisers
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Northampton-class  USS Northampton
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