USS Yorktown (PG-1) was a steel-hulled gunboat of the United States Navy. It was the lead ship of its class and was named after the famous Revolutionary War Battle of Yorktown. The ship was launched in 1888 and served in various roles throughout its career, including coastal defense, convoy escort, and training duties. USS Yorktown participated in the Spanish-American War and World War I, where it was primarily used for patrol and escort missions. The ship was decommissioned in 1921 and later sold for scrap in 1925. Despite its relatively short active service life, USS Yorktown played a significant role in naval operations during its time, showcasing the importance of gunboats in the US Navy's fleet during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

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