The USS Ready (PG-87) was a patrol gunboat in the United States Navy during World War II. Commissioned in 1942, the ship played a crucial role in convoy escort duties in the Atlantic Ocean, protecting merchant vessels from enemy attacks. The USS Ready was equipped with powerful armament, including anti-aircraft guns and depth charges, to defend against air and submarine threats. The ship also participated in anti-submarine warfare operations, hunting down and destroying enemy submarines in the Atlantic. Throughout its service, the USS Ready received several commendations for its outstanding performance and bravery in combat. After the war, the ship was decommissioned and eventually sold for scrap in 1947. The USS Ready's legacy lives on as a symbol of the important role played by patrol gunboats in safeguarding maritime routes and protecting allied shipping during World War II.

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