Powerless: The USS Benfold Breakdown Exposes Bigger Issues in Military Logistics The breakdown of the USS Benfold, a US Navy destroyer with 300 sailors aboard, has left many wondering about the military's ability to supply its vessels during times of conflict.
The incident is not an isolated case, but rather a symptom of a broader problem that has been festering in the Navy and other branches.
The USS Benfold suffered an engineering casualty on July 24, resulting in a loss of power from its generators.