USS Neches AO-47
| Era | Vietnam War |
|---|---|
| Branch | U.S. Navy |
| Wall | FF |
| Wall Side | 2 |
| Row | 1 |
| Plaque Number | 2 |
Fleet Tanker - U. S. Navy
World War II, Korean War, Cold War, Vietnam
Commissioned: September 16, 1942 * Decommissioned: October 1, 1970
Replaced USS Neches AO-5 sunk by Japanese Submarine January 23, 1942 off coast of Hawaii.
Participated in every major invasion in the Pacific War from Guadalcanal to the Battle for Okinawa.
Earned 9 Battle Stars during these engagements.
Most decorated Fleet Tanker in the Navy.
Crew shot down a Kamikaze off coast of Okinawa
Represented the entire tanker fleet at the surrender of Japan in Tokyo Bay
Provided distinctive service in support of the Korean War, Cold and Vietnam Wars.
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