USS Kawishiwi (AO-146)

USS *Kawishiwi* (AO-146) was a Neosho-class fleet oiler commissioned by the United States Navy in 1955. Throughout her service, she played a crucial role in refueling and replenishing ships at sea, primarily supporting the U.S. Pacific Fleet during the Cold War. The *Kawishiwi* participated in operations during the Vietnam War, ensuring sustained naval presence and combat readiness through underway replenishment missions. After more than three decades of service, she was decommissioned in 1986, marking the end of her vital logistical contributions to naval operations.