USS Emerald (1864)
For other ships of the same name, see USS Emerald.
Career (United States) | |
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Name: | USS Emerald |
Namesake: | The emerald, a green gem stone |
In service: | 1864 |
Out of service: | 1883 |
General characteristics | |
Type: | Ferry boat |
Propulsion: | Steam engine |
The first USS Emerald was steam yacht that served in a non-commissioned status as a ferry boat at the Portsmouth Navy Yard at Kittery, Maine, from 1864 to 1883.
References
- This article incorporates text from the public domain Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships. The entry can be found here.