USS Curlew (AM-8)
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uss-curlew-am-8-242-2035683
title:
USS Curlew (AM-8)
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USS Curlew (AM-8) was a Lapwing-class minesweeper acquired by the United States Navy for the dangerous task of removing mines from minefields laid in the water to prevent ships from passing. Curlew was launched on 29 August 1918 by Staten Island Shipbuilding Company, New York; sponsored by Mrs. G. C. Rhodes; and commissioned on 7 January 1919, Lieutenant John McCloy, a two time Medal of Honor recipient, in command.
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Minesweeper of the United States Navy
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_Curlew_(AM-8)
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2023-08-11T09:22:57Z
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