USS Logic (AM-258)

USS "Logic" (AM-258) was an Admirable-class minesweeper built for the U.S. Navy during World War II. Built to clear minefields in offshore waters, she served the Navy in the Atlantic Ocean.

"Logic" was laid down by American Shipbuilding Co., Lorain, Ohio, 27 October 1942; launched 10 April 1943; sponsored by Lt. (jg.) Mary Erbenz, USCGR; and commissioned 21 November, Lt. S. H. Squibb in command.

World War II North Atlantic operations

After a cruise through the Great Lakes, "Logic" engaged in shakedown exercises in Chesapeake Bay. Departing Little Creek, Virginia, 25 January 1944, the minesweeper sailed for South America, arriving Recife, Brazil, 4 March. For the next 12 months "Logic" operated out of Recife with Mine Division 31, sweeping the main shipping channels of South American ports. She also escorted convoys from Brazil to Trinidad, patrolled the harbor, and engaged in antisubmarine training.

Arriving Miami, Florida, 12 March 1945, "Logic" received an extensive overhaul before resuming minesweeping exercises in June. Throughout the summer, she operated along the U.S. East Coast, returning to Miami 15 August.

Decommissioning

"Logic" was transferred to the Republic of China under the lend-lease program 28 August 1945 as Yung Shun (AM 44) and was reclassified A-28. She was decommissioned and struck 1 June 1970. Fate is unknown.

References

ee also

* List of United States Navy ships
* World War II
* Patrol boat
* Minelayer
* minesweeper

External links

* [http://www.history.navy.mil/danfs/l7/logic.htm Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships: "Logic"]
* [http://www.navsource.org/archives/11/02258.htm NavSource Online: Mine Warfare Vessel Photo Archive - "Logic" (AM 258)]