USS Flint

USS Flint is the name given to two ships in the United States Navy. The first, USS Flint (CL-97), was a Cleveland-class light cruiser commissioned in 1944 and served in the Pacific Theater during World War II, participating in operations such as the Battle of Okinawa and providing anti-aircraft support for carrier task forces. The second, USS Flint (AE-32), was a Kilauea-class ammunition ship commissioned in 1971, tasked with carrying and transferring ammunition and explosives to other ships at sea, supporting fleet operations during the Vietnam War and later global deployments. Both vessels played vital roles in their respective eras, contributing to the Navy's logistics and combat capabilities. The legacy of the USS Flint reflects the importance of both combat and support ships in U.S. naval history.