Книга: USS Hoist (ARS-40): Rescue and Salvage Ship, United States Navy, World War II, Napa, California, Shakedown, San Francisco

High Quality Content by WIKIPEDIA articles! USS Hoist (ARS-40) was a Bolster-class rescue and salvage ship acquired by the U.S. Navy during World War II. Her task was to come to the aid of stricken vessels. Hoist was launched 31 March 1945 by Basalt Rock Corp., Napa, California sponsored by Mrs. William E. Howard and commissioned 21 July 1945, Lt. Comdr. R. M. Brunner in command.Hoist arrived at Buckner Bay, Okinawa, on 11 October and commenced salvage and repair duties until 23 December. Two days later she arrived at Wakanoura Wan and operated there, and at Sasebo until 15 March 1946.