USS Zahma

The USS Zahma (YTM-317) was a Yard Tug, Medium (YTM), of the United States Navy. She was a single-screw, steel-hulled vessel built during World War II. YTMs were designed for general harbor and coastal towing duties, including moving barges, lighters, and other harbor craft. The Zahma served primarily within harbor environments, assisting in ship movements and providing logistical support within naval bases. Specific details regarding her commissioning date, decommissioning date, and areas of operation beyond general harbor duties are difficult to ascertain from publicly available records. Like many YTM-class tugs, she likely saw service in various naval ports throughout her operational lifespan, contributing to the day-to-day operations of the U.S. Navy's fleet support activities. Decommissioned YTMs were often transferred to other government agencies, sold to private companies for commercial use, or scrapped. Further information about the USS Zahma would likely require access to U.S. Navy historical archives.