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USS Benicia (1868) — USS Benicia was a screw sloop in the United States Navy during the late 19th century. She was named for Benicia, California. Benicia was launched 18 August 1868 by Portsmouth Navy Yard as Algoma; renamed Benicia 15 May 1869; and commissioned 1… … Wikipedia
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