USS Canonicus (ID-1696), originally named El Cid, was a cargo ship that served as a troop transport for the United States Navy during World War I. Commissioned in 1918, the ship was used to transport American troops to Europe as part of the war effort. The vessel was later renamed Canonicus and continued to serve in various capacities for the Navy until it was decommissioned in 1919. Following its decommissioning, the ship was returned to its original owners and resumed its commercial operations. The USS Canonicus played a crucial role in the military logistics of World War I, contributing to the transportation of troops and supplies across the Atlantic Ocean. The ship's service history reflects the significant role played by merchant vessels in supporting military operations during the war.

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