Vessel Profile

High Point (U.S.S.)

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Story

This hydrofoil was built in 1962 by J.M. Martinac Shipbuilding Corp. in Tacoma, WA.

Historical Notes

In 2022 this vessel was reportedly undergoing restoration on the Columbia River.

Owners & Masters

In 1962-1975 she was owned by the United States Navy.

In 1975 she was owned by the United States Coast Guard.

In 1975-1980 she was owned by the United States Navy.

In 1985-1991 she was owned by Boeing Corp.

In 1991-2005 she was owned by Bob Philips, Skamokawa WA USA.

In 2005-2023 she was owned by Terence Orme.

Armament

1-40mm gun

References

www.navsource.org ↗ (website viewed 27/12/2022)

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