USS Octans
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title:
USS Octans
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USS Octans (AF-26) was a stores ship acquired by the U.S. Navy for service in World War II, named after the constellation Octans. She was responsible for delivering necessary goods and equipment to ships and stations in the war zone. Octans (AF–26) was built as SS Ulua in 1917 by Workman Clark and Co., Ltd., Belfast; acquired by the Navy 8 May 1943 under charter through the War Shipping Administration from her owner, the United Fruit Co.; and commissioned 11 June.
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Cargo ship of the United States Navy
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_Octans
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2023-04-28T17:44:42Z
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