The USS Patriot (PYc-47) was a patrol vessel that served in the United States Navy during World War II. Originally built as a civilian yacht named Lurline in 1928, the ship was acquired by the Navy in 1940 and commissioned as the USS Patriot in 1941. The vessel was primarily used for coastal patrol and escort duties along the eastern seaboard of the United States during the war. The USS Patriot was armed with depth charges and machine guns for defense against enemy submarines and aircraft. The ship also conducted training exercises and performed search and rescue missions in addition to its patrol duties. After the war, the USS Patriot was decommissioned and returned to its original owner. Overall, the USS Patriot played a vital role in protecting American coastal waters during World War II and contributed to the overall war effort. Its service history highlights the adaptability of civilian vessels for military use and the importance of coastal defense during times of conflict.

This description has been generated using GPT-3.5-TURBO based on the Vessel's wikidata information and then modified by ShipIndex.org staff.