USS Seiverling (DE-441)

• Namesake Honor: USS Seiverling (DE-441) was named after William Frank Seiverling, Jr., a U.S. Marine who was posthumously awarded the Navy Cross for heroism during the Guadalcanal Campaign in World War II. • John C. Butler-class Destroyer Escort: The ship belonged to the John C. Butler-class, one of the most numerous classes of destroyer escorts built during World War II. • Commissioning Date: USS Seiverling was commissioned on July 1, 1944, at the Boston Navy Yard. • Pacific Theater Service: She served primarily in the Pacific during World War II, escorting convoys and supporting amphibious operations. • Okinawa Campaign: Seiverling played a role in the Okinawa campaign, providing anti-submarine and anti-aircraft protection during one of the war’s most intense battles. • Kamikaze Defense: The ship successfully defended against Japanese kamikaze attacks, contributing to the safety of larger vessels during critical operations. • Korean War Role: Reactivated for the Korean War, Seiverling served as a patrol and escort vessel, supporting UN forces and assisting in blockades. • Multiple Battle Stars: The ship earned three battle stars for World War II service and two for her Korean War operations. • Decommissioning: Seiverling was finally decommissioned in 1957 and struck from the Navy List in 1966, ending her distinguished service. • Legacy: While the ship was eventually scrapped, her legacy lives on through the stories of her courageous crew and her contributions to two major conflicts.