USS Safeguard (ARS-25)
USS Safeguard (ARS-25) was an Diver-class rescue and salvage ship commissioned by the U.S. Navy during World War II. Her task was to come to the aid of stricken vessels.
Safeguard was laid down on 5 June 1943 by the Basalt Rock Company in Napa, California; launched on 20 November 1943; and commissioned on 30 September 1944 at the Southern Pacific Docks, Vallejo, California, Lt. J. F. Simmons in command.
Read more about USS Safeguard (ARS-25): World War II Service, Post-war Activity, China Area Operations, Atomic Testing Operations, Reactivated During Korean War, DEW Line Support, Vietnam War Operations, Decommissioning, Military Awards and Honors
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