USS Strategy (AM-308)
USS Strategy (AM-308) was a steel-hulled Admirable-class minesweeper built for the U.S. Navy during World War II. She had a courageous and adventurous life in clearing minefields in areas controlled by Japanese forces. She survived attacks by Japanese gunfire and planes, and won four battle stars for her service under battle conditions.
She was laid down on 4 October 1943 by Associated Shipbuilders, Seattle, Washington; launched on 28 March 1944; sponsored by Mrs. J. E. Kelley; and commissioned on 22 September 1944, Lt. V. A. Brown, USNR, in command.
Read more about USS Strategy (AM-308): World War II Pacific Theatre Operations, Under Attack By Japanese Planes, End-of-War Operations, End-of-War Deactivation, Awards
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