Ships of the U.S. Navy, 1940-1945

USS PE-56

• Eagle Boat:
• Displacement: 700 tons (full load)
• Length: 201'
• Beam: 26'
• Draft: 9'
• Speed: 15 knots
• Armament: 1 4"/50 DP
• Complement: 68
• Geared turbine engines, single screw, 2,500 hp
• Built by Ford Motor Co., and commissioned 1919

Additional Links:

• "Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships" -- USS PE-56
• "After 56 years, the truth triumphs"

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