Annie L. Vansciver, a 294 gross ton ferry steamship, was built at Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, in 1897 for commercial service. Later renamed Samoset, she was purchased by the Navy in March 1918 and placed in service under that name. During the remaining months of World War I she transported personnel and cargo around Boston harbor. The vessel was transferred to New York harbor duty following the conflict's end and remained active there until March 1922. USS Samoset was sold in June 1922. She subsequently had civilian employment until about 1934.
This page features our only view of the ferry steamer Samoset, which served as USS Samoset (ID # 2000) during the World War I era.
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Page made 8 March 2003