USS Tillman

USS Tillman has been the name of two ships in the United States Navy. Both are named for Senator Benjamin Tillman.

USS Tillman (DD-135), a Wickes-class destroyer, which served from 1921 until 1940. She was then transferred to Britain where she served as HMS Wells, from 1941 until 1945.

USS Tillman (DD-641), a Gleaves-class destroyer, that served from 1942 until 1947.

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