redneck joe
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For anyone in North Alabama and Chattanooga a part of history will be passing thru. A friend from another forum had it come past him yesterday.
http://lstmemorial.org/
Link to track it: http://aprs.fi/#!call=a%2FWW2LST&tim...3600&tail=3600
http://lstmemorial.org/
Link to track it: http://aprs.fi/#!call=a%2FWW2LST&tim...3600&tail=3600
What is an LST? LST stands for Landing Ship, Tank. These ships were designed in 1942 to land battle ready tanks, vehicles, soldiers, and supplies directly onto enemy beaches. Over 1,000 of these ships were built for World War II. Many more were built for the Korean and Vietnam Wars for their ability to navigate inland waterways.
USS LST 325 participated in several operations, most notable was D-Day at Omaha Beach, Normandy. She was there for Operation HUSKY, the invasion of Sicily in 1943. She sailed as support for the invasion of Salerno, Italy later that year. This ship has seen 70 years of history and survived as the last fully-operational WWII LST. Come walk these decks and feel the connection to our shared past.
Tennessee River Cruise!
Decatur Alabama Sept. 4th to 9th
Chattanooga Tennessee Sept. 12th to 17th
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