USS Rainier (AE-5) was a Mount Hood-class ammunition ship that served in the United States Navy during World War II and the Korean War. Commissioned in 1942, the ship played a crucial role in supplying ammunition to the Pacific Fleet during the intense combat operations. It participated in numerous campaigns and battles, including the Battle of Iwo Jima and the Battle of Okinawa. Post-World War II, the USS Rainier continued its service during the Korean War, supporting the United Nations forces with its ammunition resupply missions. The ship received commendations for its efficiency and effectiveness in delivering essential supplies to the front lines. After the Korean War, the USS Rainier underwent a series of modernization and conversion projects to improve its capabilities. The ship continued its active duty in various capacities, including participating in nuclear tests in the Pacific and supporting operations in the Vietnam War. USS Rainier was eventually decommissioned in the early 1970s and later sold for scrapping. Despite its ultimate fate, the USS Rainier remains a significant part of naval history, representing the vital role of ammunition ships in supporting combat operations at sea.

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