USS STATEN ISLAND (AGB-5)

USS STATEN ISLAND (AGB-5) was a Wind-class icebreaker commissioned by the United States Navy in 1952. Originally built for the U.S. Coast Guard as USCGC Staten Island (WAGB-278) during World War II, she was transferred to the Navy to support Arctic and Antarctic operations. Throughout her service, STATEN ISLAND played a vital role in Operation Deep Freeze and other polar expeditions, ensuring safe passage for research and supply ships. After nearly two decades of distinguished service, she was returned to the Coast Guard in 1966 and continued her icebreaking missions until her decommissioning.