USS Salinan (ATF-161)

USS Salinan (ATF-161) was an Abnaki-class fleet ocean tug commissioned by the United States Navy in 1945. Built towards the end of World War II, Salinan provided vital towing, salvage, and rescue services for the fleet, supporting both peacetime operations and Cold War missions. The ship served extensively in the Atlantic and Caribbean, assisting damaged vessels and participating in various training exercises. After decades of reliable service, USS Salinan was decommissioned in 1978, marking the end of her distinguished naval career.