USS Creddock (AM-356)

USS Creddock (AM-356)

USS "Creddock" (AM-356) was an Admirable-class minesweeper built for the U.S. Navy during World War II. She was built to clear minefields in offshore waters.

"Creddock" was launched 22 July 1944 by Willamette Iron and Steel Works, Portland, Oregon; sponsored by Miss N. I. Schmidleys; and commissioned 18 December 1945, Lieutenant (junior grade) J. C. Elliott, USNR, in command.

Pacific Theatre activity

"Creddock" departed Astoria, Oregon, 6 January 1946 and arrived at San Diego, California, 4 days later.

Post-war decommissioning

There she was placed out of commission in reserve 26 March 1946. "Creddock" was reclassified MSF-356 on 7 February 1955.

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