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The USS LSMR-196 is one of only 12 LSM's that were designed specifically for the invasion of the Japanese home islands. Each of these ships performed separately and in combined actions with other ships in the battle of Okinawa. 11 of the 12 LSMR's have a common legacy in providing ground support fire during the invasion of the beaches on the west side of the southern third of Okinawa on the April 1, 1945. LSMR'S 194, 195, 196, 197, 198 and 199 provided support to the northern portion of the beach under Task Force 53 commanded Rear AdmiralLawrence F. Reifsnider. The assault troops were the 1st and 6th Marine Divisions under Major General Roy S. Geiger.
The extended families and crew members of the 12 LSMR's meet annually to honor those who served.Olwillard (talk) 15:32, 12 February 2010 (UTC)Reply
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