The USS Taniwha was a submarine tender of the United States Navy that served during World War II. Originally built as a commercial cargo ship, it was acquired by the Navy in 1940 and converted into a submarine tender. The ship played a crucial role in supporting submarine operations in the Pacific theater during the war, providing maintenance, repair, and logistical support to the submarines. The USS Taniwha participated in various operations and campaigns, including the Guadalcanal campaign and the Battle of Midway. After the war, the ship was decommissioned in 1946 and eventually sold for scrap in 1974. The USS Taniwha's service highlights the important role that auxiliary ships, such as submarine tenders, played in supporting the combat operations of naval forces during World War II.

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