USS Guide (AM-447) was a Minesweeper ship of the United States Navy during World War II. Commissioned in 1945, it served in the Pacific theater of the war, conducting minesweeping operations in various locations. The ship was primarily tasked with clearing mines to ensure safe passage for Allied naval vessels and shipping lanes. After the war, USS Guide was decommissioned and placed in reserve before being transferred to the Turkish Navy in 1949. Under Turkish ownership, the ship was renamed TCG Çanakkale (M-501). It continued its service in mine warfare operations and served as a training vessel for many years. The ship received several awards and honors for its service, including campaign ribbons for its actions during World War II. The USS Guide's legacy lives on through its contribution to naval operations during the war and its continued service under the Turkish Navy, showcasing the importance of minesweepers in ensuring maritime security and safe navigation in conflict zones.

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