Vessel Profile

YFN-268 (U.S.S.)

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Story

This lighter (aka non-motorized barge) was built in 1941 by Associated Shipbuilders in Seattle, WA.

Historical Notes

Active, in service at Southwest Regional Maintenance Center, San Diego, CA.

Owners & Masters

In 1941-2025 she was owned by the United States Navy.

References

www.navsource.org ↗ (website viewed 08/03/2022)

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