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History of USS Monmouth County

USS Monmouth County (LST-1032) was a tank landing ship commissioned by the United States Navy during World War II. Launched in 1944, she participated in key Pacific Theater operations, including landings in the Philippines and Okinawa. After decommissioning post-war, she was recommissioned for service during the Korean War and later served in the Vietnam War, supporting amphibious operations and logistic missions. The vessel was finally decommissioned in 1971, concluding a distinguished career spanning multiple conflicts.

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ABOUT 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.

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