Sea Trials: Rent Tier VIII Wichita for free! (2024)

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Sea Trials: Rent Tier VIII Wichita for free!  (October, 2024)

https://worldofwarships.com/en/news/community/sea-trials-wichita-2024/  
 

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Sea Trials: Wichita
Welcome captains to the Sea Trials! It’s that time again and we’re back with the ability for you to test out the Premium Tier VIII Cruiser Witchita for free! You can add 
VIII Wichita, and a 10 skill point Commander, to your port for up to three days or five battles. Whichever comes first. So come take to the seas for free in Tier VIII Witchita!

History
The USS Wichita (CA-45) was a unique heavy cruiser of the U.S. Navy, commissioned in 1939. As the only ship of her class, Wichita was designed as an evolution of the preceding New Orleans-class cruisers, featuring improved armament, armor, and propulsion systems. She was equipped with nine 8-inch guns in three triple turrets, providing powerful firepower, and she boasted improved protection, particularly along her hull and deck. Wichita's design also emphasized better sea-keeping abilities, making her a versatile vessel suited for both offensive and defensive roles. In the lead-up to World War II, she served in neutrality patrols in the Atlantic, safeguarding American interests before the U.S. officially entered the war.

During World War II, the USS Wichita played a crucial role in both the Atlantic and Pacific theaters. In the Atlantic, she provided convoy protection and participated in the invasion of North Africa. Later, in the Pacific, Wichita took part in several key battles, including the Battle of the Philippine Sea and the Battle of Leyte Gulf, offering anti-aircraft defense and naval gunfire support. Her versatility and resilience made her a vital asset throughout the war. After the war, she was decommissioned in 1947, having earned 13 battle stars for her service. Wichita's distinguished career and unique design left a lasting mark on U.S. naval history.

Sea Trials Details
Starts: Oct 16, 02:00 AM PT (UTC-7) / your local time: Oct 16, 05:00 AM
Ends: Oct 23, 02:00 AM PT (UTC-7) / your local time: Oct 23, 05:00 AM  


Rental Ship      VIII Wichita with a 10-skill-point Commander
Battle Types     Random, Co-op, Operations  
Rental Period   Five battles or  up to three days