USS Hoga (YT 146)
Built by David Booth, from a Billings Kit
A few yeas ago our late Commodore, Derek Lowe, was clearing out some of his unwanted items, one of which was an un-built Billings kit of the American Yard Tug the USS Hoga which saw some heavy active duty at Pearl Harbour during and after the 'infamous' attack. The kit was given to David Booth our current Secretary who decided to build it. Although we have no picture of the build you can see it here on the lake. Also with some actual pictures of the Hoga in action at Pearl Harbour.
Built by David Booth, from a Billings Kit
A few yeas ago our late Commodore, Derek Lowe, was clearing out some of his unwanted items, one of which was an un-built Billings kit of the American Yard Tug the USS Hoga which saw some heavy active duty at Pearl Harbour during and after the 'infamous' attack. The kit was given to David Booth our current Secretary who decided to build it. Although we have no picture of the build you can see it here on the lake. Also with some actual pictures of the Hoga in action at Pearl Harbour.
Construction
USS Hoga (YT-146), a 325-ton Woban class harbor tug, was built at the Consolidated Shipbuilding Corporation shipyard in Morris Heights, NY. She was placed in service in May 1941. Hoga served in the Pearl Harbor area throughout World War II.
Pearl Harbor Attack ( Read about the attack Click Here)
Hoga is best known for her actions during the Pearl Harbor attack. Getting underway within 10 minutes after the first bombs fell, she went to work rescuing sailors in the water, fighting fires, and pulling ships out of harm's way. Hoga pulled the repair ship USS Vestal away from USS Arizona's burning hulk, assisted the damaged minesweeper USS Oglala and the battleship USS Nevada. She fought fires on the Nevada as well as the battleships USS Maryland, USS Tennessee, and USS Arizona. In all, Hoga spent 72 continuous hours fighting fires.
For her work, Hoga, her commanding officer, and his crew received a commendation from ADM Chester A. Nimitz, Commander in Chief of the Pacific Fleet.
World War II Service
Following the attack, Hoga was pressed into additional duty clearing debris and assisting with salvage efforts on the many sunken and damaged vessels. She also continued her primary duty of assisting vessels into and out of their berths.
Post War Service
In June 1948, she was loaned to the City of Oakland, California, for service as a fireboat. Hoga remained in loan status for nearly five decades, serving as the City of Oakland. In December 1996 Hoga was transferred to the Maritime Administration for storage.
Historic Significance Recognized
She received National Landmark Status on 30 June 1989 while still serving as the fireboat City of Oakland.
On July 28, 2005, the US Navy officially transferred Hoga to the City of North Little Rock.
The yard tug USS Hoga is named after the Sioux Indian word for "Fish".
Construction Details
Builder: Consolidated Shipbuilding Corporation
Morris Heights, NY
Authorized: June 18, 1940
Keel Laid: July 25, 1940
Launched: December 31, 1940
Accepted: May 22, 1941
Physical Characteristics
Construction: Welded Steel
Length: 99' 9"
Beam: 25' 7"
Draft: 10' 7"
Displacement: 350 Tons
USS Hoga (YT-146), a 325-ton Woban class harbor tug, was built at the Consolidated Shipbuilding Corporation shipyard in Morris Heights, NY. She was placed in service in May 1941. Hoga served in the Pearl Harbor area throughout World War II.
Pearl Harbor Attack ( Read about the attack Click Here)
Hoga is best known for her actions during the Pearl Harbor attack. Getting underway within 10 minutes after the first bombs fell, she went to work rescuing sailors in the water, fighting fires, and pulling ships out of harm's way. Hoga pulled the repair ship USS Vestal away from USS Arizona's burning hulk, assisted the damaged minesweeper USS Oglala and the battleship USS Nevada. She fought fires on the Nevada as well as the battleships USS Maryland, USS Tennessee, and USS Arizona. In all, Hoga spent 72 continuous hours fighting fires.
For her work, Hoga, her commanding officer, and his crew received a commendation from ADM Chester A. Nimitz, Commander in Chief of the Pacific Fleet.
World War II Service
Following the attack, Hoga was pressed into additional duty clearing debris and assisting with salvage efforts on the many sunken and damaged vessels. She also continued her primary duty of assisting vessels into and out of their berths.
Post War Service
In June 1948, she was loaned to the City of Oakland, California, for service as a fireboat. Hoga remained in loan status for nearly five decades, serving as the City of Oakland. In December 1996 Hoga was transferred to the Maritime Administration for storage.
Historic Significance Recognized
She received National Landmark Status on 30 June 1989 while still serving as the fireboat City of Oakland.
On July 28, 2005, the US Navy officially transferred Hoga to the City of North Little Rock.
The yard tug USS Hoga is named after the Sioux Indian word for "Fish".
Construction Details
Builder: Consolidated Shipbuilding Corporation
Morris Heights, NY
Authorized: June 18, 1940
Keel Laid: July 25, 1940
Launched: December 31, 1940
Accepted: May 22, 1941
Physical Characteristics
Construction: Welded Steel
Length: 99' 9"
Beam: 25' 7"
Draft: 10' 7"
Displacement: 350 Tons
Information sources
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_Hoga_(YT-146)
http://www.aimm.museum/hoga.asp
http://www.flickriver.com/photos/jacksnell
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_Hoga_(YT-146)
http://www.aimm.museum/hoga.asp
http://www.flickriver.com/photos/jacksnell
