The USS Helena (CL-113) was a light cruiser of the United States Navy, commissioned in 1945. She was part of the Cleveland-class of cruisers, designed for versatility in naval operations. The ship was equipped with advanced radar and weaponry for its time, allowing it to engage in anti-aircraft and surface warfare. After her commissioning, the USS Helena served primarily in the Pacific Theater during the latter part of World War II. She participated in various operations, including supporting amphibious landings and providing naval gunfire support. The ship was decommissioned in 1949 and later scrapped in 1970.