USS Knox (FF-1052)

USS Knox (FF-1052), originally (DE-1052) and the second to be called Knox, was the prototype and lead ship in a new class of destroyer escorts in the United States Navy. She was named for Commodore Dudley Wright Knox.

Related Topics:
Lead ship - New class - Destroyer escort - United States Navy - Dudley Wright Knox

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Knox was laid down 5 October 1965, by Todd Shipyards Corp., Seattle, Washington; launched 19 November 1966; sponsored by Mrs. Peter A. Sturtevant, granddaughter of Commodore Knox; and was commissioned on 12 April 1969 with Commander William A. Lamm in command.

Related Topics:
Todd Shipyards Corp. - 1966 - 12 April - 1969 - William A. Lamm

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Knox performed search and rescue operations and provide evacuation, blockade, and surveillance support, when necessary, for the Pacific Fleet. Knox was redesignated a frigate on 30 June 1975 as FF-1052. Decommissioned on 14 February 1992, Knox was stricken from the Naval Vessel Register on 11 January 1995 and (as of 2005) her disposal is on hold as she may be donated as a museum and memorial.

Related Topics:
Pacific Fleet - Frigate - 14 February - 1992 - Naval Vessel Register - 11 January - 1995

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See USS Knox for other ships of this name.

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