USS California (ACR-6) was a Tennessee-class armored cruiser of the United States Navy. The ship was commissioned in August 1907 and served in various capacities, including as a flagship for the Pacific Fleet. During World War I, USS California conducted patrols in the Pacific and escorted convoys. The ship was later decommissioned in 1919 and used as a barracks ship until 1920 when it was sold for scrap. USS California had a displacement of 14,500 tons and was armed with a main battery of four 10-inch guns and a secondary battery of sixteen 6-inch guns. The ship had a top speed of 22 knots and a crew complement of around 800 officers and enlisted personnel. USS California played a significant role in the naval operations of its time and contributed to the overall strength of the US Navy fleet. Its service history reflects the evolution of naval technology and strategies during the early 20th century.

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