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Nicholas at 36.43 knots off Rockland, Maine, 28 May 1942. Click on any image to view it in more detail.

On 28 May 1942, builder’s speed trials were conducted on the measured mile off of Rockland,

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Maine. Nicholas, flying the Bath Iron Works house flag, attracted much attention this day and achieved 37.1 knots. Among 2100-tonners, she was regarded throughout her career as a fast ship.
     Two weeks later, she commissioned at Boston Navy Yard.