Accomac (YTB-812)
{{short description|Tugboat of the United States Navy}}
{{other ships|USS Accomac}}
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Accomac (YTB-812) was a United States Navy {{sclass|Natick|large harbor tug}} named for Accomac, Virginia.
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Construction
The contract for Accomac was awarded 22 June 1970. She was laid down on 12 January 1971 at Sturgeon Bay, Wisconsin, by Peterson Builders and launched 8 June 1971.
Operational history
Delivered to the Navy on 17 November 1971 and placed in service during December 1971, Accomac began duty in the 12th Naval District sometime in 1972. She served with Naval Region Northwest for the duration of her career. Stricken from the Navy List 23 March 2012, ex-Accomac awaits disposal.
References
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= Sources =
- {{DANFS|http://www.history.navy.mil/research/histories/ship-histories/danfs/a/accomac-ytb-812-iii.html}}
- {{Naval Vessel Register|{{Naval Vessel Register service craft URL|id=YTB812}}|}}
External links
- {{navsource|14/09812}}
- {{cite web |url=http://gsaauctions.gov/gsaauctions/aucdsclnk?sl=31QSCI13193003 |title=YTB-812 Large Harbor Tug |website=GSA Auctions}}
{{Commons category}}
{{Natick class tug}}
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Category:Natick-class large harbor tugs
Category:Ships built by Peterson Builders
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