The list of ship commissionings in 1859 includes a chronological list of all ships commissioned in 1859.
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| Operator | Ship | Flag | Class and type | Pennant | Other notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 November |  United States Navy | Mohican [1] | Steamer sloop-of-war |
The list of ship commissionings in 1859 includes a chronological list of all ships commissioned in 1859.
| Operator | Ship | Flag | Class and type | Pennant | Other notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 November | United States Navy | Mohican [1] | Steamer sloop-of-war |
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