United StatesUSS Slater is the #50,283 most-subscribed YouTube channel worldwide and #12,138 in United States, with 6.5K subscribers and 960.9K total views across 350 videos.
Biography
USS Slater (DE-766) is a Cannon-class destroyer escort that served in the United States Navy and later in the Hellenic (Greek) Navy. Following service during World War II, the ship was transferred to Greece and renamed Aetos. Decommissioned in 1991, the destroyer escort was returned to the United States.
Channel description
During World War II, 563 Destroyer Escorts battled Nazi U-boats on the Atlantic protecting convoys of men and material. In the Pacific they stood in line to defend naval task forces from Japanese submarines and Kamikaze air attacks. Today, only one of these ships remains afloat in the United States, the USS SLATER.
Moored on the Hudson River in Albany, New York, the USS SLATER has undergone an extensive restoration that has returned the ship to her former glory. The museum offers one hour guided tours, youth group overnight camping, and a historic location to hold naval reunions.
Open for Tours: April through November, Wednesday through Sunday, 10AM - 4PM
Listen to our podcast, DE Classified, showcasing the history of Destroyer Escorts!
Each month a member of USS SLATER’s education crew will highlight a specific Destroyer Escort and share the stories of the sailors who served aboard these Trim But Deadly ships.
Latest videos Channel ↗
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SLATER Signals – May 2026, Watertight (Door) Victory, Lots of visitors, and Taps Across America
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USS SLATER - Spring Work Week 2026
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USS SLATER Hidden Spaces: After Steering
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Submarine Cobia - Post Drydock Update
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Big Changes for USS SLATER: Season 29 preview and ongoing restoration
Frequently asked
- How many subscribers does USS Slater have?
- 6.5K subscribers — #50,283 worldwide, #12,138 in United States.
- When did USS Slater start on YouTube?
- The channel was created in May 2014.