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The LCVP When most people talk about the Higgins Boats they are referring to the LCVPs (Landing Craft Vehicle, Personnel) that were a major part of the assaults at Normandy, Guadacanal, Tarawa, Iwo Jima. Okinawa, and other major battles during World War II. Higgins Industries, Incorporated built most of the Navy Fleet including PT boats and a wide range of other smaller crafts. In all, Higgins built an amazing 20,094 boats during World War II. At one time, more than 90% of the American fleet was either designed or built by Higgins and the New Orleans company. The company received the "E" for its efforts, the highest honor that the Army and Navy could bestow on a company. For more on the design of the LCVP and other Higgins boats, go to the LCVP section of the Higgins Boat Project website. |
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