{"title":"USS Kennebago (AO-81)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUSS Kennebago (AO-81)\u003c\/strong\u003e, an \u003cstrong\u003eEscambia-class replenishment oiler\u003c\/strong\u003e, was built at Marinship, California, and served the \u003cstrong\u003eU.S. Navy\u003c\/strong\u003e during \u003cstrong\u003eWorld War II\u003c\/strong\u003e. Commissioned on 4 December 1943, she made fueling runs in various locations, including the \u003cstrong\u003eAleutians\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMarshalls\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMarianas\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ePhilippine Sea\u003c\/strong\u003e. She supported the U.S. \u003cstrong\u003e5th Fleet\u003c\/strong\u003e, Fast Carrier Task Force, and landing operations in \u003cstrong\u003eLingayen Gulf\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAfter brief overhauls, she resumed refueling operations, including support for the U.S. 7th Fleet in China. She returned to the U.S. and sailed to Boston, arriving on 19 April 1946.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTransferred to the Maritime Commission in 1947, she was reacquired by the Navy in 1949 for the Military Sea Transportation Service and served during the Korean War and early Cold War. She was briefly released in 1957, then reacquired in 1958 for Pacific logistics supply, serving the 6th Fleet in the Mediterranean in 1959.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKennebago served her final mission for the U.S. Army in Vietnam from 1966 to 1971 as a floating power station near Nha Trang, alongside Tamalpais (AO-96).\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"uss-kennebago-ao-81-t-shirt","title":"USS Kennebago (AO-81) T-Shirt","description":"\u003cp\u003eShowcase your support for the U.S. Navy with our USS Kennebago (AO-81) T-Shirt. More than just a piece of apparel, this shirt represents a badge of honor and courage to Naval Oilers, paying tribute to the USS Kennebago (AO-81).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur t-shirt symbolizes the formidable strength and relentless spirit of AO-81. Designed with attention to every detail, it embodies the bravery and commitment that USS Kennebago (AO-81) has consistently demonstrated through it's history. Combining the perfect blend of style and substance, this USS Kennebago (AO-81) makes for an excellent gift t shirt tee to yourself, AO-81 veterans or any military history buff in your life. Shop Now!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e                              \n\u003cli\u003e100% Combed Ring-Spun Cotton\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeavy-duty 6 Oz. fabric for maximum durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-shrunk to ensure a perfect fit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTaped neck \u0026amp; shoulders for added comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeamless non-topstitched 7\/8” neck for a sleek look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProudly Made \u0026amp; Shipped From Houston, TX USA!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Tactically Acquired","offers":[{"title":"Small \/ Black","offer_id":45901492420899,"sku":null,"price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium \/ Black","offer_id":45901492453667,"sku":null,"price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large \/ Black","offer_id":45901492486435,"sku":null,"price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XL \/ Black","offer_id":45901492519203,"sku":null,"price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XXL \/ Black","offer_id":45901492551971,"sku":null,"price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0693\/6415\/4659\/files\/uss-kennebago-ao-81-t-shirt-386.webp?v=1762442580"}],"url":"https:\/\/tacticallyacquired.com\/collections\/uss-kennebago-ao-81-merchandise\/military-branch_navy.oembed","provider":"Tactically Acquired","version":"1.0","type":"link"}