USS Hawk

USS Hawk

Several ships of the United States Navy have been named USS "Hawk", after the hawk, a bird of prey related to the falcon family, noted for its swiftness and grace in flight.

*USS|Hawk|IX-14, was the converted yacht "Hermione", purchased by the US Navy 2 April 1898, and served in various capacities until being sold in 1940

*USS|Hawk|AM-133, was the converted trawler "Gale" acquired by the US Navy 1 January 1942 and sold in May 1944

*USS|Hawk|AMS-17, was launched as "YMS-362" on 22 May 1943 and served as a minesweeper until being struck from the Naval Register 17 October 1957

*USS "Hawk" (AM-400), was under construction but her contract was canceled on 12 August 1945


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