USS MULLINNIX DD-944

MT 52

Among many "lasts" include the 5" 54 - the last gunmount that had gunnersmates inside during fire missions.

            
MT 52 Shelling Enemy Positions - Vietnam 1972

The last "manned" gunmount in US Naval history.



Believe me when I say, the Gunners Mates inside a 5" 54 had a hell of a job, and did one hell of a job!!

GMG3 John Toth in MT 52 Shelling Enemy Positions Vietnam 1972

5" 54 Ammunition



5" 54 Types of Projectiles



5" 54 Range






The 5" Gun Carrier System on the Mullinnix was identical to this one on the USS Edson DD946.
Note the blue color of a 5" dummy round as well as the powder cannister below.


Mullinnix MT52 in Action (As Seen From Aft Director)
Vietnam 1969