The USS Flicker (AMS-9/YMS-219) was a YMS-1-class minesweeper of the YMS-135 subclass built for the United States Navy during World War II. She was constructed by the J. N. Martinac Shipbuilding Co. in Tacoma, Washington, with her keel laid down on October 23, 1942. The vessel was launched on January 23, 1943, and completed by July 20, 1943, when she was commissioned as USS YMS-219. This minesweeper was designed to clear coastal minefields, a critical task during wartime to ensure safe passage for naval and merchant vessels. Her classification changed over time, reflecting evolving roles and designations. On February 17, 1947, she was named Flicker and reclassified as AMS-9, a motor minesweeper. Later, on February 7, 1955, she was reclassified again as MSC(O)-9, designated as a coastal minesweeper (Old), indicating her role as an older vessel still tasked with minesweeping duties. USS Flicker served until she was decommissioned in September or October of 1953 at Naval Station Astoria, Oregon. After decommissioning, she was struck from the Naval Register on January 1, 1960. Her ultimate fate remains unknown, as there are no further records of her post-service disposition. Throughout her active years, USS Flicker contributed to the U.S. Navy’s efforts in mine clearance, a vital aspect of naval warfare and maritime safety during and after World War II. Her service exemplifies the importance of minesweepers in maintaining navigational safety and operational readiness in coastal waters.

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