The USS Rochambeau was a transport ship that served during World War I. Originally named SS Rochambeau, the vessel was built in 1919 by the New York Shipbuilding Corporation and was acquired by the U.S. Navy in 1941. It was commissioned as the USS Rochambeau (AP-63) and played a crucial role in transporting troops and supplies during the war. The ship participated in various operations in the Pacific theater, including the Guadalcanal campaign. In 1944, the USS Rochambeau was transferred to the Atlantic theater and was involved in supporting the D-Day landings in Normandy. After the war, the ship was decommissioned and eventually sold for scrap in 1948. The USS Rochambeau received two battle stars for its service during World War II.

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