From: Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships
Chiquito
An Indian word meaning "many hats".
Chiquito (YTB-499) was launched on 18 April 1945 by the Luders
Marine Construction Co., Stamford, Conn., and completed in August of
that year. She was assigned to Service Force, Pacific Fleet, until
August 1947 when she was placed in reserve. She returned to active
status in April 1951 and was attached to the 5th Naval Distriet where
she remains.
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Date: 12 Dec 1998