The USS Dreadnought (SP-584) was a steam yacht acquired by the U.S. Navy during World War I for use as a patrol vessel. Originally built in 1902 as a private yacht, the USS Dreadnought was armed with one 3-inch gun and two machine guns for wartime service. The ship was commissioned in February 1918 and served in the 5th Naval District, operating out of Norfolk, Virginia. During its time in service, the USS Dreadnought carried out patrol and escort duties along the coast, protecting American waters from German U-boats. After the war ended, the USS Dreadnought was decommissioned in December 1918 and returned to its original owner. The ship's service history highlights the important role that civilian vessels played in supporting the U.S. Navy during times of conflict, demonstrating the versatility and adaptability of ships during wartime.

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