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USS Slater (DE-766) is a Cannon-class destroyer escort that served in the United States Navy and later in the Hellenic (Greek) Navy. Following service during World War II, the ship was transferred to Greece and renamed Aetos. Decommissioned in 1991, the destroyer escort was returned to the United States.
- 7 May 1998
- 1944
- Tampa Shipbuilding
- Port of Albany, Albany, New York
Moored on the Hudson River in Albany, New York, the USS SLATER has undergone an extensive restoration that has returned the ship to her former glory. The museum offers one hour guided tours, youth group overnight camping, and a historic location to hold naval reunions. Learn more about the Destroyer Escort Historical Museum’s Team.
The USS SLATER DE-766 is a CANNON class destroyer escort that served in the United States Navy during World War II. One of 563 similar ships constructed between 1943 and 1945, the SLATER is the last destroyer escort remaining afloat in the United States today.
In this limited military history documentary series, we explore the USS Slater, one of only five surviving US Destroyer Escort vessels from World War II.
The USS SLATER DE-766 is a CANNON class destroyer escort that served in the United States Navy during World War II. One of 563 similar ships constructed between 1943 and 1945, the SLATER is the last destroyer escort remaining afloat in the United States today.
Apr 21, 2024 · In this limited military history documentary series, we explore the USS Slater, one of only five surviving US Destroyer Escort vessels from World War II.
- 8 min
- 8.5K
- Creation Corps
USS Slater/Destroyer Escort Historical Museum. Broadway and Quay. Albany, NY 12202. 518-431-1943. www.ussslater.org. During World War II, 563 destroyer escorts battled Nazi U-boats on the North Atlantic, protecting convoys of men and material.
