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Did submarine milk cows count as tenders?

Submarine milk cows performed a tender-like support relationship, although they were chiefly fuel ships that also carried some other supplies.

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Question

Did submarine milk cows count as tenders?

Short answer

To an extent: they carried some other supplies, but their primary role was fuel supply.

Notes

Submarine milk cows fit the tender category to an extent because they supported other vessels and carried some supplies. Fuel remained their main cargo and purpose. The comparison shows how auxiliary labels can overlap while still leaving room to identify a ship's dominant logistical function. Their tender-like relationship did not erase their primary role as fuel carriers.