USS Waukegan (YTM-755)
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.
| History | |
|---|---|
| USA | |
| Name: | USS Waukegan |
| Builder: | National Steel and Shipbuilding Co. |
| Acquired: | September 1964(U.S. Navy) |
| In service: | 1954 |
| Out of service: | 1975 |
| Stricken: | September 1975 |
| Fate: | Sold, Navy sale, 1 June 1976 |
| Notes: | Ship International Radio Callsign: |
| General characteristics | |
| Class and type: | Chicopee-class Medium Yard Tug |
| Length: | 107 feet |
| Beam: | 27 feet |
| Draft: | 12 feet |
| Propulsion: | Diesel, single screw |
| Speed: | 12 knots |
| Complement: | 16 |
| Armament: | None |
| Armor: | None |
| Aircraft carried: | Obviously None |
| Aviation facilities: | Obviously None |
Ship Awards
- National Defense Service Medal
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