USS Apex (AM-142)

USS Apex (AM-142)

USS "Apex" (AM-142) was an built for the U.S. Navy during World War II. She was built to clear minefields in offshore waters, and was given to the Soviets under the lend-lease program.

She was laid down on 8 June 1942 at Tampa, Florida, by the Tampa Shipbuilding Co.; launched on 7 December 1942; sponsored by Mrs. J. L. Chancey; and completed on 17 August 1943.

Transfer to the Soviet Union

Transferred to the Government of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics that same day, she served the Soviet Navy as "T-115". The Soviets have retained her since that time.

Disposition

She was carried on the American Navy List as MSF-142 after 7 February 1955 until 1 January 1983 when her name was struck from the Navy List.

References

ee also

* List of United States Navy ships
* Patrol boat
* Minelayer

External links

* [http://www.history.navy.mil/danfs/#Anchor-Editoria-14954 Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships]
* [http://www.navsource.org/archives/11/02142.htm NavSource Online: Mine Warfare Vessel Photo Archive - Apex (MSF 142) - ex-AM-142 - ex-AMc-119]


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