USS Reliable (AMc-100)

USS Reliable (AMc-100)

USS "Reliable" (AMc-100) was an "Accentor"-class coastal minesweeper acquired by the U.S. Navy for the dangerous task of removing mines from minefields laid in the water to prevent ships from passing.

"Reliable", a coastal minesweeper, was laid down 18 August 1941 by Anderson and Cristofani, San Francisco, California; launched 14 February 1942; sponsored by Miss Ruth Schmidt; and placed in service at Mare Island Navy Yard 9 March 1942, Ens. R . E. Brenkman in command.

World War II service

After training at Local Defense School, Treasure Island, California, "Reliable" departed San Francisco 24 March for her homeport, San Pedro, California. Assigned to the Western Sea Frontier, she operated as a unit of the San Pedro Section, Naval Local Defense Force, 11th Naval District. Throughout World War II she ensured the safe passage of shipping in and out of Los Angeles Harbor.

Post-war inactivation

"Reliable" was struck from the Navy list 19 September 1945 and transferred to the War Shipping Administration 11 October 1946.

References

See also

* List of United States Navy ships
* Minesweeper (ship)

External links

* [http://www.history.navy.mil/danfs/#Anchor-Editoria-14954 Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships]
* [http://www.navsource.org/archives/11/03100.htm NavSource Online: Mine Warfare Vessel Photo Archive - Reliable (AMc 100)]


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