USS Drayton (DD-366) was a World War II-era destroyer of the United States Navy. Named after Admiral Percival Drayton, the ship was commissioned in 1936 and served in the Pacific Theater during the war. The destroyer took part in various operations, including the Battle of Midway and the Guadalcanal Campaign. It was also involved in protecting convoys and providing fire support for amphibious landings. USS Drayton received several battle stars for its service during the conflict. The ship was decommissioned in 1946 and eventually sold for scrapping in 1947. Throughout its active service, USS Drayton played a significant role in the naval operations of World War II, contributing to the Allied efforts in the Pacific.

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