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USS Dapdap

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History
United States
NameUSS Dapdap
NamesakePrevious name retained
Acquired1908
Stricken24 July 1942
HomeportNaval Station, Cavite, Philippine Islands
Honours and
awards
FateLost to Japanese forces
General characteristics
TypeWorking launch
Length71 feet
Beam13 feet
Propulsionone 150 horsepower engine

USS Dapdap (YFB-684) was a United States Navy working launch in service from 1908 to 1942.

History

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Dapdap (YFB-684), a working launch, was attached to the United States Asiatic Fleet at Naval Station, Cavite, Philippine Islands,[1] or the 16th Naval District from 1908 to 1942.

Dapdap was lost, 2 January 1942, to Japanese forces during the conquest of Luzon Island. She earned one battle star.

She was stricken from the Navy List on 24 July 1942.

References

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  1. ^ Colton, Tim (May 21, 2011). "Overseas Naval Stations". shipbuildinghistory.com.