USCGC Muskingum

USCGC Muskingum (WAK-123) was a C1-M-AV1 type cargo vessel originally built for the U.S. Army as FS-316 during World War II. Transferred to the United States Coast Guard in 1947, Muskingum served primarily in the Pacific, providing logistical support and resupply missions to remote LORAN (Long Range Navigation) stations across the Pacific Ocean. The cutter played a crucial role in maintaining vital navigation aids during the early Cold War era, ensuring safe passage for both military and commercial vessels. After decades of service, Muskingum was decommissioned in 1970 and later transferred to the Philippine Navy, where she continued to serve under a new flag.