USS Kaskaskia (AOG-24)
The USS Kaskaskia (AOG-24) was a gasoline tanker of the United States Navy, launched on 15 March 1944. It was designed to transport fuel to naval vessels and support operations during World War II. The ship was named after the Kaskaskia River in Illinois and served primarily in the Pacific Theater.
After the war, the USS Kaskaskia continued to serve in various capacities, including support for the Korean War. It was decommissioned in 1970 and later sold for scrapping. The ship played a vital role in ensuring that naval forces had the necessary fuel to operate effectively during its service.