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United States Guided Missile Frigates


Bronstein Class


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The Bronsteins were intended as prototypes for future destroyer escorts, but were limited by the lack of a helicopter. During refits, a towed array was added.

Brooke Class


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The Brookes were a direct development of the Bronsteins. Originally, 19 units were planned, but cost prevented this happening.

Garcia Class


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The Garcias were similar to the Brookes, with a second 5" gun in place of the Standard SAM on the previous class. The number of Garcias was increased as compensation for the reduction in numbers of the Brookes.