The USS Weehawken (YTB-776) was a Natick-class large harbor tug built for the United States Navy, serving primarily in the Pacific region. Constructed by Marinette Marine in Marinette, Wisconsin, she was laid down on August 13, 1964, and launched nearly ten months later on June 8, 1965. The vessel was awarded to the Navy on January 31, 1964, and was delivered to the 9th Naval District in July 1965. Shortly thereafter, in November of the same year, she was placed in active service within the 14th Naval District, which encompasses the Hawaiian Islands and nearby islets. Designed for harbor and coastal towing, Weehawken played a vital role in supporting naval operations in the Pacific. Her duties included routine towing tasks between Hawaii, Guam, and other island facilities, as well as assisting ships entering and departing Pearl Harbor. Her operational area was critical for logistical support during her lengthy service life, which extended over three decades. The vessel was active as of December 1979, maintaining her essential role in fleet support. The USS Weehawken remained in service until she was stricken from the Navy List on January 5, 2001. After her decommissioning, she was disposed of during a fleet training exercise on April 24, 2003, marking the end of her distinguished 37.5 years of commissioned service. Her long operational history underscores her significance as a reliable and sturdy harbor tug, contributing to naval logistics and harbor operations throughout her service in the Pacific theater.

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