USS New Kent (APA-217) [SEP] vessel class
USS New Kent (APA-217)
USS "New Kent" (APA-217) was a of the US Navy in World War II. She was of the VC2-S-AP5 Victory ship design type. She was named after New Kent County, Virginia.
Construction.
"New Kent" was laid down 11 July 1944, under Maritime Commission (MARCOM) contract, MCV hull 565, by Permanente Metals Corporation, Yard No. 2, Richmond, California. She was launched 12 October 1944, sponsored by Mrs. W.
2319. USS "New Jersey" (BB-62)
2320. USS "New Kent" (APA-217)
2321. USS "New London County" (LST-1066)
2322. USS "New Mexico" (BB-40)
2323. USS "New Orleans" (CA-32)
2324. USS "New York" (BB-34)
2325. USS "Newberry" (APA-158)
2326. USS "Newcomb" (DD-586)
2327. USS "Newell" (DE-322)
2328.