The USS Boston (CL-51) was a Cleveland-class light cruiser of the United States Navy, launched on July 30, 1943. It was designed for anti-aircraft warfare and played a significant role during World War II, participating in various operations in the Pacific Theater. The ship was equipped with advanced radar and weaponry for its time, making it a vital asset in naval engagements. After the war, the USS Boston was decommissioned in 1949 and later modernized. It served in the Korean War and was reactivated in the 1950s, continuing to support U.S. naval operations until its final decommissioning in 1970.