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USS Waukegan

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History
USA
NameUSS Waukegan
BuilderNational Steel and Shipbuilding Co.
AcquiredSeptember 1964(U.S. Navy)
In service1954
Out of service1975
StrickenSeptember 1975
FateSold, Navy sale, 1 June 1976
NotesShip International Radio Callsign:
General characteristics
Class and typeChicopee-class Medium Yard Tug
Length107 feet
Beam27 feet
Draft12 feet
PropulsionDiesel, single screw
Speed12 knots
Complement16
ArmamentNone
ArmorNone
Aircraft carriedObviously None
Aviation facilitiesObviously None

USS Waukegan, was a medium harbor tug,that was acquired by the United States Navy in September 1964 from the United States Army for which she had served as LT-1968. Named Waukegan and designated YTM-755, she was assigned to the 10th Naval District at San Juan, Puerto Rico. The tug was based there for her entire 11-year naval career, serving ships in the 10th Naval District. In September 1975, she was placed out of service; and her name was struck from the Navy list. She was subsequently disposed of by sale. Her current status is unknown.

Ship Awards

  • National Defense Service Medal