USS Dahlia (1862)

USS Dahlia (1862)

USS "Dahlia" (1862) was a paddle-wheel tugboat acquired by the Union Navy during the beginning of the American Civil War. "Dahlia" was assigned to the Mississippi River area to provide tug and other services to Union ships requiring assistance.

Built for the U.S. Army

"Firefly" was built by the United States Army at St. Louis, Missouri in 1862; turned over to the Navy 1 October 1862; and named "Dahlia" 24 October 1862.

Civil War service

Assigned to the Mississippi River Squadron under Rear Admiral David Dixon Porter, "Dahlia" was put into service with Acting Ensign T. Wright in command. She provided tug services in the Mississippi River and its tributaries until 17 August 1865.

Post-war disposition

"Dahlia" was sold at Mound City, Illinois in August 1865. She retained her name as a civilian ship after the war and passed out of service in about 1872.

References

See also

* United States Navy
* American Civil War
* Confederate States Navy

External links

* [http://www.history.navy.mil/photos/sh-usn/usnsh-d/dahlia.htm USS Dahlia (1862-1865). Originally named Firefly]


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