USS Monmouth County

• USS Monmouth County (LST-1032) was a tank landing ship (LST) of the LST-542 class, built for the United States Navy during World War II. • The ship was originally launched as LST-1032 on 9 June 1944 at the Boston Navy Yard and commissioned into service on 25 June 1944. • World War II Service: LST-1032 participated in multiple critical operations in the Pacific Theater, including the assault and occupation of Okinawa Gunto in 1945. • Postwar Occupation Duty: After World War II, she performed occupation duty in the Far East until early February 1946. • The ship was named USS Monmouth County (LST-1032) on 1 July 1955, honoring Monmouth County, New Jersey. • Vietnam War Service: Monmouth County was recommissioned in 1963 and served during the Vietnam War, providing vital logistical support, transporting troops, vehicles, and supplies to combat zones. • Decorations: The vessel earned several campaign stars for her service in World War II and Vietnam, reflecting her significant contributions during two major conflicts. • Unique Missions: During the Vietnam War, Monmouth County played a key role in riverine operations, navigating dangerous waterways under threat of enemy fire. • The ship was decommissioned for the final time on 21 December 1970 and struck from the Naval Vessel Register on 1 September 1971. • Final Fate: USS Monmouth County was sold for scrapping in 1975, but her legacy is remembered through reunions of her crew and historical records.