USS Media (AK-83) was an Enceladus-class cargo ship commissioned by the U.S. Navy for service in World War II. She was responsible for delivering goods and equipment to locations in the war zone.

A short-lived Navy career

Contracted to be built as USAT Oliver R. Mumford under Maritime Commission contract 4 September 1941, Media (AK 83) was acquired by the Navy 1 January 1943 before being laid down by Penn Jersey Shipbuilding Corp., Camden, New Jersey, 28 January 1943; launched 29 August 1943; sponsored by Mrs. Ernest G. Bornheimer; and completed 17 November 1943.

Transferred to Army service for the duration

She operated as an engineer port repair ship until her transfer to the Maritime Commission for merchant service following World War II.

References

See also

• List of United States Navy ships
• World War II

External links

• Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships
• NavSource Online: Service Ship Photo Archive - AK-83 Media - USAT Glenn Gerald Griswold