From: Dictionary of American Naval Fighting Ships

Cypress

Former name retained.


Cypress a lighthouse tender, was transferred to the Navy under Executive Order of 11 April 1917 and thereafter assigned to the 6th Naval District where she continued to perform lighthouse service duties. She was returned to the Lighthouse Service by order of 1 July 1919.
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Date: 27 Oct 1998