USS Barker (DD-213)

USS Barker (DD-213)

USS Barker (DD-213) was a Clemson-class destroyer in the United States Navy during World War II, named for Admiral Albert S. Barker.

Barker was launched 11 September 1919 by William Cramp and Sons, Philadelphia; sponsored by Mrs. Albert S. Barker widow of Admiral Barker; and commissioned 27 December 1919, Lieutenant Commander C. A. Windsor in command.