Charles Brady

The USS Brattleboro (EPCER-852) was originally laid down as a PCE-842-class patrol craft escort during World War II. Commissioned in 1944, she served primarily as a rescue and experimental vessel, designated as an Experimental Patrol Craft Escort Rescue (EPCER). Throughout her career, Brattleboro conducted various testing and training missions, supporting naval research and development efforts. After years of valuable service, she was decommissioned and struck from the Naval Vessel Register in 1968, marking the end of her unique contributions to the U.S. Navy.