USS Antares
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USS Antares

U.S. Navy cargo ship which served in World War II


Country of Registry
United States
Operator
United States Navy
Vessel Type
cargo ship
Decommissioning Date
August 02, 1946
Aliases
Antares, AG-10, and AKS-3

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USS Antares (AG-10) was a cargo ship of the United States Navy that served during World War I and World War II. Originally built in 1918 as SS West Gambo, it was acquired by the Navy in 1941 and commissioned as USS Antares. The ship was primarily used for transporting cargo and supplies to support American military operations. During World War I, Antares made multiple voyages across the Atlantic, carrying critical supplies and troops. In World War II, USS Antares played a crucial role in supporting the war effort, serving in the Pacific theater. The ship participated in various operations, including the Guadalcanal campaign and the Battle of Okinawa. Antares also aided in the transportation of troops and supplies to different combat zones. After the war, USS Antares was decommissioned and eventually sold for scrap in 1946. The ship's service history reflects its significant contributions to American military operations during both World War I and World War II.

This description has been generated using GPT-3.5-TURBO based on the Vessel's wikidata information and then modified by ShipIndex.org staff.

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