Top 9 Legendary Cruisers: Maritime Titans That Ruled the Oceans

7. Des Moines-class Heavy Cruiser

Boasting autoloading 8-inch guns, the Des Moines-class revolutionized naval artillery. The automated firing system enabled a peerless rate of attack, ideal for coastal strikes and surface warfare. Their advanced targeting tech and rugged design kept them vital into the Cold War. Even amidst missile dominance, the Des Moines-class affirmed the lasting might of heavy cannons.