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USS Salamonie (AO-26) was a Cimarron-class fleet oiler commissioned by the United States Navy in 1941. Throughout World War II, she played a crucial role by refueling warships at sea in the Atlantic and Pacific theaters, supporting key operations such as the invasions of North Africa and Normandy, as well as campaigns in the Pacific. Salamonie continued her vital logistics missions during the Korean War and throughout the Cold War, ensuring fleet mobility and readiness. After decades of distinguished service, USS Salamonie was decommissioned in 1968.

USS Salinan (ATF-161) was an Abnaki-class fleet ocean tug commissioned by the United States Navy in 1945. Built towards the end of World War II, Salinan provided vital towing, salvage, and rescue services for the fleet, supporting both peacetime operations and Cold War missions. The ship served extensively in the Atlantic and Caribbean, assisting damaged vessels and participating in various training exercises. After decades of reliable service, USS Salinan was decommissioned in 1978, marking the end of her distinguished naval career.

USS San Diego (CL-53) was a Cleveland-class light cruiser commissioned into the United States Navy in January 1942. Serving primarily in the Pacific Theater during World War II, she participated in numerous major operations including the battles for the Solomon Islands, the Philippines, Iwo Jima, and Okinawa. Known for her exceptional anti-aircraft capabilities, the San Diego provided vital screening for aircraft carriers and supported amphibious landings. She earned 18 battle stars for her distinguished service, making her one of the most decorated U.S. ships of the war.

**USS San Onofre (ARD-30)** was an Auxiliary Repair Dock constructed for the United States Navy during World War II. Commissioned in 1944, ARD-30 provided vital floating drydock services, enabling repair and maintenance of naval vessels in forward areas of the Pacific Theater. After the war, the unit continued to serve the fleet during the early Cold War, supporting peacetime operations and readiness. Eventually, USS San Onofre was decommissioned and struck from the Naval Vessel Register, concluding decades of behind-the-scenes support that kept the Navy’s ships combat-ready.

USS San Pablo (AGS-30) was a United States Navy hydrographic survey ship, originally laid down as the Liberty ship SS John G. Tod in 1944. Acquired by the Navy and commissioned in 1944, she was converted and renamed for survey work. Throughout World War II and the postwar years, San Pablo conducted extensive hydrographic surveys in the Pacific, supporting naval operations and safe navigation. She played a vital role in charting uncharted waters, particularly around the Marianas, the Philippines, and the Western Pacific until her decommissioning in 1969.

USS *Scout* (MCM-8) is an Avenger-class mine countermeasures ship of the United States Navy, commissioned on 15 December 1990. Designed for finding, classifying, and neutralizing naval mines, *Scout* has played a critical role in ensuring safe passage for U.S. and allied naval forces, particularly in the Persian Gulf during Operations Enduring Freedom and Iraqi Freedom. Over her service, she has participated in numerous multinational exercises, enhancing interoperability with allied navies and refining mine warfare tactics. *Scout*’s wooden hull and fiberglass sheathing, combined with advanced mine-hunting sonar, make her especially suited for her dangerous and vital mission.

USS Seiverling (DE-441) was a John C. Butler-class destroyer escort commissioned by the United States Navy in 1944. Named after Lieutenant (junior grade) William Seiverling, the ship served primarily in the Pacific Theater during World War II, providing escort and anti-submarine protection for convoys and major fleet units. She participated in key operations, including the liberation of the Philippines and the Okinawa campaign, enduring frequent enemy air and submarine threats. After the war, USS Seiverling was decommissioned in 1946, but she was recommissioned during the Korean War for further service before her final decommissioning in 1957.

USS Sproston (DDE-577) was a Fletcher-class destroyer of the United States Navy, commissioned in 1943. During World War II, she served in the Pacific Theater, participating in operations such as the Gilberts, Marianas, and Okinawa campaigns, providing fire support and anti-submarine screening for carrier groups. After the war, Sproston was decommissioned but was later modernized and recommissioned as an escort destroyer (DDE) during the Cold War, serving in the Korean and Vietnam War eras. She was finally decommissioned in 1968 and struck from the Naval Vessel Register in 1973.

USS St. Louis (LKA-116) was an amphibious cargo ship of the United States Navy, commissioned in November 1969. As part of the Charleston-class, she played a critical role in transporting troops, equipment, and supplies during the Vietnam War, supporting amphibious operations and logistics. Throughout her service, USS St. Louis participated in numerous exercises and deployments across the Pacific and Indian Oceans, earning several commendations for her contributions. She was decommissioned in November 1992 after over two decades of service, leaving a legacy of reliable support in both combat and peacetime operations.