USS Greyhound (SP-437) was a United States Navy patrol vessel commissioned during World War I. The ship, originally a civilian yacht named Greyhound, was acquired by the Navy in May 1917 and designated as a section patrol boat. It was armed with a single 3-inch gun and depth charges for anti-submarine warfare. Greyhound operated in the waters around Key West, Florida, and the Gulf of Mexico during the war, conducting patrols and escort missions. After the war, the ship was decommissioned in December 1918 and sold to private owners. Eventually, it was renamed Taurina and used for civilian purposes. The ship's fate after its civilian service is unknown. USS Greyhound (SP-437) played a role in the Navy's efforts to protect American waters and shipping lanes during World War I, contributing to the overall war effort. Its service highlights the importance of auxiliary vessels like patrol boats in naval operations during times of conflict.

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