USS Pawnee (1859)

USS Pawnee (1859)

US Naval Jack 36 stars

Dahlgren Pawnee H63362t

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The war in South Carolina. Action at Legareville. The rebel battery attacking the Marblehead silenced and captured - FL 1864

Baptista Edne Chassaing, Chief Engineer, U.S. Navy

Class overview
Name	USS Pawnee

The USS Pawnee was a steam sloop-of-war in the United States Navy during the American Civil War. She was launched on October 8, 1859, by the Philadelphia Navy Yard and commissioned on June 11, 1860, with Commander H. J. Hartstene in command.

Service History

Pre-Civil War

The USS Pawnee was initially assigned to the Home Squadron and was involved in operations along the Atlantic coast. She played a role in the Paraguay Expedition and was later stationed off the coast of Mexico to protect American interests during the Reform War.

Civil War

With the outbreak of the American Civil War, the USS Pawnee was quickly deployed to support the Union Navy's blockade of Confederate ports. She participated in the Battle of Port Royal in November 1861, which was a significant victory for the Union forces. The ship also took part in various other operations, including the Capture of Fernandina and the Siege of Charleston.

Post-Civil War

After the Civil War, the USS Pawnee continued to serve in various capacities, including patrolling the Caribbean and protecting American interests during periods of unrest in the region. She was eventually decommissioned and sold in 1884.

Design and Features

The USS Pawnee was a screw-propelled steam sloop-of-war, a design that combined both steam power and traditional sailing capabilities. She was armed with eight 9-inch guns and one 11-inch gun, making her a formidable vessel for her time. The ship had a displacement of 1,289 tons, a length of 198 feet, a beam of 33 feet, and a draft of 12 feet. Her steam engine allowed her to reach speeds of up to 11 knots.

Legacy

The USS Pawnee played a crucial role in the Union Navy's efforts during the Civil War, contributing to several key victories and helping to maintain the blockade that was vital to the Union's strategy. Her service continued to be valuable in the post-war period, demonstrating the versatility and endurance of steam-powered naval vessels.

Related Pages

• American Civil War
• Union Navy
• Battle of Port Royal
• Capture of Fernandina
• Siege of Charleston
• Home Squadron
• Philadelphia Navy Yard