USS Oak Hill
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USS Oak Hill

Ashland-class dock landing ship launched in 1943 and struck in 1969


Country of Registry
United States
Operator
United States Navy
Vessel Type
ship
Decommissioning Date
October 26, 1969

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USS Oak Hill (LSD-7) was a Casa Grande-class dock landing ship of the United States Navy. It was named after the historic home of President James Monroe. The ship was commissioned in 1943 and served in World War II, participating in various operations in the Pacific Theater. Oak Hill was involved in the Battle of Iwo Jima and the Battle of Okinawa, providing crucial support for amphibious landings and logistics. After the war, the ship underwent several modernization and refurbishment projects to enhance its capabilities. Oak Hill continued its service during the Korean War and the Vietnam War, playing a vital role in amphibious operations and troop transport. In the 1970s, the ship participated in humanitarian missions, including disaster relief efforts. USS Oak Hill was decommissioned in 1989 after more than four decades of active duty. The ship received several awards and commendations for its service, highlighting its significant contributions to naval operations and military history.

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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