From:  Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships

 

Canarsee

 

Canarsee was a leading Indian tribe of Long Island

 

Canarsee (YTB-703) was launched on 1 March 1946 by the Bethlehem Steel Co., San Pedro, Calif. Completed in April of that year she was assigned duty in the 11th Naval District where she continues to render service.

Transcribed by:  Bill Mozingo,  wmozingo@attbi.com