The USS Kilauea (AE-26) was a cargo ship of the United States Navy, specifically designed for ammunition supply. Launched in 1944, it played a crucial role during the latter part of World War II, supporting naval operations by transporting munitions and supplies to various locations in the Pacific Theater. After the war, the USS Kilauea continued to serve in the Navy, participating in various operations and exercises. It was decommissioned in 1970 and later struck from the Naval Vessel Register. The ship was named after Kilauea, an active volcano located in Hawaii.