USS Cree (ATF-84)

USS Cree (ATF-84) was a Cherokee-class fleet tug commissioned by the United States Navy in 1943. Serving during World War II, Cree provided critical towing, salvage, and rescue operations across the Pacific theater, supporting major campaigns such as the invasions of Iwo Jima and Okinawa. The vessel continued its service through the Korean War and into the Vietnam War, adapting to a variety of missions including target towing and recovery operations. After a distinguished career spanning over three decades, USS Cree was decommissioned in 1978, leaving a legacy of versatile and dedicated naval support.