Photo #: NH 102138
Pontiac (Steam Ferry, 1883)
Photographed prior to her World War I Navy service.
Formerly named Pioneer, and rebuilt in 1909, Pontiac
was chartered by the Navy on 4 March 1918 and briefly served
as USS Pontiac (ID # 2343). Returned to her owner on 5
June 1918, she was commandeered on 19 June. However, this action
was cancelled and she was again returned to her owner in July
1918.
The original print is in National Archives' Record Group 19-LCM.
U.S. Naval Historical Center Photograph.
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