Vessel Profile

Armeria (U.S.L.H.S.)

Armeria (U.S.L.H.S.)
Photo: University of Washington

Story

This lighthouse tender was built in 1890 by Dialogue & Company in Camden, NJ.

Historical Notes

This vessel arrived in the Puget Sound from the East Coast early in 1907 and was placed in commission at Astoria OR USA. On May 20, 1912 this vessel struck an uncharted submerged rock off Hinchinbrook Island AK.

Owners & Masters

In 1890-1898 she was owned by the United States Lighthouse Service.

In 1898 she was transferred to the United States Navy.

In 1898-1912 she was owned by the United States Lighthouse Service.

Armament

2-20pdr guns

References

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