USS Mattaponi (AO-41)

USS Mattaponi (AO-41) was a Cimarron-class fleet oiler commissioned by the United States Navy in 1942. Throughout World War II, she played a critical logistical role, supplying fuel to Allied warships in both the Atlantic and Pacific Theaters. The Mattaponi continued her service during the Korean War and supported operations during the Vietnam War, ensuring the Navy’s fleet remained operational across vast distances. She was decommissioned in 1970 after nearly three decades of distinguished service, earning several battle stars for her vital contributions.