Museum
USS YMS-50
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USS YMS-50 is a former US Navy auxiliary motor minesweeper that served during World War II, including participation in the Battle of Balikpapan in 1945. Now a museum ship, it is moored in Balikpapan and open for tours. Visitors can explore the decks, engine room, and crew quarters, gaining insight into the life of sailors and the ship's role in clearing mines to support amphibious landings. The vessel stands as a tangible link to the region's wartime history.
Don't miss
- Tour the ship's bridge and see original navigation equipment
- Explore the engine room and learn about the ship's propulsion
- View exhibits on the Battle of Balikpapan and the ship's wartime service
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit USS YMS-50
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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