Built by American Bridge Company at the Ambridge Manufacturing Plant in Ambridge, PA. Launched November 14, 1943. Commissioned USS LST-291 on December 22, 1943. During World War II USS LST-291 was assigned to the Europe-Africa-Middle East Theater. Participated in the Invasion of Normandy (June 6 to 25, 1944). USS LST-291 earned one battle star for World War II service. Decommissioned on January 2, 1947. Recommissioned, USS LST-291, February 9, 1951, LT. J. W. Pettyjohn, J. W., in command. Decommissioned, date unknown. Struck from the Naval Register on May 19, 1954. Final Disposition, sunk as a target in July 1954.
Project Details
- Owner: U.S. Navy
- Location: Ambridge, Pennsylvania, United States
- Performed as: American Bridge Company
- Completion Date: December 1943