On 16 August 1943, Essex-class aircraft carrier USS Intrepid (CV-11) was commissioned for the first time, Capt. Thomas L Sprague in command.
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On 16 August 1942, South Dakota-class battleship USS Alabama (BB-60)) was commissioned for the first time, Captain George B. Wilson in command.
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On 16 August 1932, USCGC Lilac (WAGL-227) was laid down at Pusey & Jones Shipyard in Wilmington, DE.
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