USS LST-991

USS "LST-991" was an "LST-542"-class tank landing ship in the United States Navy. Like many of her class, she was not named and is properly referred to by her hull designation, although those proud sailors serving aboard her affectionately referred to her as 'Baby'.

"LST-991" was laid down on 26 February 1944 at the Boston Navy Yard; launched on 27 March 1944; sponsored by Dorothy Ann Govostes; and commissioned on 6 May 1944, with Lieutenant Randall R. Shake, USNR, in command.

During World War II, "LST-991" was assigned to the Pacific theater and participated in the following operations:
*Capture and occupation of southern Palau Islands — September and October 1944
*Leyte landings — October and November 1944
*Lingayen Gulf landings — January 1945
*Zambales-Subic Bay — January 1945
*Assault and occupation of Okinawa Gunto — April through June 1945

Following the war, "LST-991" performed occupation duty in the Far East and saw service in China. She was sold, possibly to China, in early May 1946.

"LST-991" earned five battle stars for World War II service.