The USS Lark (AMS-23) was a YMS-1-class minesweeper of the United States Navy. It was laid down in 1942 and commissioned in 1943. The ship served during World War II and the Korean War, participating in various operations such as mine clearance and patrol duties. Following the wars, the USS Lark was decommissioned in 1955 and transferred to the Republic of Korea Navy, where it was renamed ROKS Yangyang (M-810). The ship served in South Korea until it was ultimately sunk as a target in 1973. The USS Lark had a successful military career, contributing to mine warfare efforts and other naval operations during its service with the U.S. Navy and later with the Republic of Korea Navy.

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