USNS Soderman
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Two ships of the United States Navy have borne the name USNS Soderman, in honor of PFC William A. Soderman (1912–1980), who was awarded the Medal of Honor for heroism during World War II's Battle of the Bulge.
- USS Soderman (T-AKR-299) is a 1ST LT Harry L. Martin-class container & roll-on roll-off cargo ship, built as MV Lica Maersk in Denmark, and delivered for commercial service circa 1980. She was acquired by the Navy in 1997 and placed in service under the Military Sealift Command (MSC) as USNS Soderman (T-AKR-299). She was renamed USNS GYSGT Fred W. Stockham (T-AK-3017) in 2001. Active in service as of 2008.
- USS Soderman (T-AKR-317) is a Watson-class vehicle cargo ship, launched in 2002. Active in service as of 2008.