USS Chateau Thierry

Class overview
Name	USS Chateau Thierry
History
Name	USS Chateau Thierry
Namesake	Battle of Château-Thierry (1918)
Operator	United States Navy
Builder	Hog Island, Pennsylvania
Launched	1920
Commissioned	1921
Decommissioned	1946
Fate	Scrapped, 1948
General characteristics
Class and type	Transport ship

The USS Chateau Thierry was a transport ship of the United States Navy named after the Battle of Château-Thierry (1918), a significant battle in World War I. The ship was constructed by the American International Shipbuilding Corporation at Hog Island, Pennsylvania.

Construction and Commissioning

The USS Chateau Thierry was launched in 1920 and commissioned into the United States Navy in 1921. The ship was built as part of the post-World War I naval expansion and was intended to transport troops and equipment.

Service History

Interwar Period

During the interwar period, the USS Chateau Thierry was primarily used for transporting troops and supplies between the United States and various overseas bases. The ship played a crucial role in maintaining the logistical supply chain for American military forces stationed abroad.

World War II

With the outbreak of World War II, the USS Chateau Thierry was pressed into service as a critical component of the Allied logistics network. The ship participated in numerous convoys, transporting troops, equipment, and supplies to various theaters of war, including the European Theater and the Pacific Theater.

Decommissioning and Fate

After the end of World War II, the USS Chateau Thierry continued to serve in a reduced capacity until it was decommissioned in 1946. The ship was eventually scrapped in 1948.

Legacy

The USS Chateau Thierry is remembered for its significant contributions to both World War I and World War II. The ship's service exemplifies the critical role of transport ships in modern naval warfare, ensuring that troops and supplies reach their destinations.

See Also

• List of United States Navy ships
• Battle of Château-Thierry (1918)
• World War I
• World War II
• Transport ship