By: Pete Pilgrim, ENFN (1946-1949)
BTCS USN
(RET)
The following is a “Thumbnail Sketch” of the history of the USS Abnaki
(ATF 96) and is based on a document found in the
“Dictionary of American Naval Ships,” James L. Mooney, Editor.
For whatever reason several large gaps in time, activities, and minor
errors existed in the original document. For that reason additional
information has been inserted in appropriate places and some of the
original text was deleted in an effort to provide a more accurate account
of the ship’s history.
This additional information is from the personal diaries of
Joe Schienberg (1946-1948)
and
Don Fries (1950-1954)
and from my own personal recollection. All changes will appear as Italic.
Further changes will be made as errors and omissions are identified. For a
complete copy of the Diaries mentioned above contact Pete Pilgrim. All
Hands are encouraged to summit corrections or additions to….
petepilg@aol.com
As stated before this is only a “Thumbnail Sketch” and as we all know, no
history is complete with out knowing, not just the movements and ports of
call, but also the stories of daily activities as remembered by those who
were there. We are in the process of collecting just such stories that
will, hopefully span the entire thirty-five years (1943-1978) the Abnaki
served the United States Navy. You are encouraged to send YOUR story, No
matter the subject, we would like to hear it. These stories are published
in the
Abnaki Courier,
a newsletter published three times per year.
Other Contributors
George Roberts ENFN (76-78)
Mike Holland BMCM (74-76)
Roy Johnson DC3 (68- 69)
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