USS LST-851 [SEP] vessel class
USS LST-851
USS "LST-851" was an "LST-542"-class tank landing ship in the United States Navy. Like many of her class, she was not named and is properly referred to by her hull designation.
History.
"LST-851" was laid down on 10 August 1944 at Seneca, Illinois, by the Chicago Bridge & Iron Co.; launched on 8 November 1944; sponsored by Mrs. Gertrude B. Van Trigt; and commissioned on 30 November 1944, Lt. Leo T. Tyburski in command.
During World War
World War II service.
History Argentine service.
The final disposition is uncertain, but it is likely that "LST-851" went to Argentina, where she was redesignated ARA "BDT-1" (Buque Desembarco de Tanques), and later redesignated "Q41".
Some confusion exists concerning whether "BDT-1" was "LST-851" or "LST-875"; however, sources indicate that "LST-875" went to the Philippines.
External links.
- history.navy.mil: USS "LST-851"
- navsource.org: USS "LST-851