USS Benicia (1868)

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 December 1869, Commander S. Nicholson in command.

Between March 1870 and August 1872 "Benicia" served on the Asiatic Station and took part in Rear Admiral John Rodgers' expedition to Korea (16 May-11 June 1871). During this period Ordinary Seaman John Andrews, Chief Quartermaster Patrick H. Grace and Private Michael McNamara, USMC, were awarded the Medal of Honor.

Following repairs at Mare Island Navy Yard, "Benicia" joined the North Pacific Squadron 6 December 1872. She cruised in Mexican, Central American, and Hawaiian waters and arrived at San Francisco, California on 29 November 1874 carrying King Kalākaua of Hawaii and his suite.

"Benicia" made a cruise to Alaska (11 May-21 July 1875) and was decommissioned at Mare Island 29 November 1875. "Benicia" was sold 3 May 1884.

Captain of the Mizzen Top Albert Weisbogel also received the Medal of Honor (his first award) for service on "Benicia", in 1874.

References

*DANFS|http://www.history.navy.mil/danfs/b5/benicia-i.htm

External links

* [http://www.history.navy.mil/photos/sh-usn/usnsh-b/benicia.htm US Navy Historical Center of USS Benica photographs]


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