USS LST-41 was a United States Navy LST-1-class tank landing ship used exclusively in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater during World War II. Like many of her class, she was not named and is properly referred to by her hull designation.
Construction
LST-41 was laid down on 24 May 1943, at Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania by the Dravo Corporation; launched on 17 August 1943; sponsored by Mrs Mary Spisak; and commissioned on 24 September 1943.[2]
Service history
During World War II, LST-41 was assigned to the Asiatic-Pacific theater.[2]
Following the war, LST-41 was redesignated LST(H)-41 on 15 September 1945. She performed occupation duty in the Far East until late November 1945.[2]
Upon her return to the United States, the ship was decommissioned on 25 April 1946, and struck from the Navy list on 19 June 1946. On 8 October 1947, she was sold to J. C. Berkwit & Co., of New York City, N.Y.[2]
Awards
LST-41 earned five battle stars for World War II service.[2]
References
Bibliography
- "LST-41". Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships. Naval History and Heritage Command. Retrieved 6 June 2019.
This article incorporates text from this source, which is in the public domain.
- "USS LST-41". NavSource Online. 4 July 2014. Retrieved 6 June 2019.