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The first, ''Chicago'' (CA-14) , was a Protected Cruiser launched in 1885 and active in World War I , later converted to a Seaplane Tender and then a barracks ship, finally being renamed ''Alton'' in 1928 and lost at sea while under tow in 1936 .

The second, ''Chicago'' (CA-29) , was a Heavy Cruiser commissioned 1931 and active in World War II , until lost at the Battle Of Rennell Island in January 1943 .

The third, ''Chicago'' (CA-136) , was also a Heavy Cruiser , commissioned 1945 and later converted to a Guided Missile Cruiser , and struck in 1984 .

The fourth, ''Chicago'' (SSN-721) , is a ''Los Angeles''-class nuclear Attack Submarine commissioned 1986 and still on active service As Of 2006 .