Vessel Profile

Anoka (U.S.S.)

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Story

This submarine chaser was built in 1942 by Albina Engine & Machine Works, Portland OR.

Historical Notes

In 1960 this vessel was broken up by Tidewater Shaver Barge Line, Portland OR USA.

Owners & Masters

In 1942-1957 she was owned by the United States Navy.

In 1960 she was sold for scrap.

Armament

one single 3"/50 gun mount, one single 40mm gun mount; three 20mm guns, two rocket launchers, four depth charge projectiles, two depth charge tracks

References

www.navsource.org ↗ (website viewed 02/01/2023)

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