Peacekeeping
From 6 to 27 August 1962, she served on a peacekeeping mission off Santo Domingo as American troops were landed to prevent political chaos and subversion.
The ship underwent extensive Fleet Rehabilitation and Modernization (FRAM) overhaul between April 1964 and January 1965.
In the following years, the Leary proved her versatility by participating in action worldwide, firing her guns more than once.
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