Distilling ship
A Distilling ship is a class of military ships, generally converted tankers, with the capability to convert salt water into fresh water. They were typically stationed at forward bases during conflict where they supported on-the-ground troops and front line naval units.[1]
References
- Budge, Kent G. "Distilling Ships (AW)". The Pacific War Online Encyclopedia.
United States naval ship classes of World War II | |
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| Aircraft carriers | |
| Light aircraft carriers | |
| Escort carriers | |
| Battleships | |
| Large cruisers | |
| Heavy cruisers | |
| Light cruisers | |
| Gunboats | |
| Destroyers | |
| Destroyer escorts | |
| Patrol frigates | |
| Patrol boats | |
| Minelayers | |
| Minesweepers | |
| Submarines | |
| Tankers | |
| Cargo ships | |
| Auxiliary ships | |
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