USS Leader (MSO-490)

USS Leader (MSO-490) was an Aggressive-class minesweeper commissioned by the United States Navy in 1955. Designed for clearing naval mines to ensure safe passage of fleet and commercial vessels, she served primarily in the Pacific Fleet. Leader participated in multiple Western Pacific deployments, supporting operations during the Vietnam War and taking part in joint exercises with allied navies. After decades of service contributing to maritime security and mine countermeasures, USS Leader was decommissioned in 1990.