USS Pioneer (1836)

For other ships with the same name, see USS Pioneer.

USS Pioneer

History
United States
Builder	Gosport Navy Yard
Launched	1836
Out of service	1844
General characteristics
Sail plan	Barque

The first USS Pioneer was most likely a barque in the United States Navy, although some reports^{[ which? ]} classify her a frigate and others^{[ which? ]} as a brig.

Pioneer was built in 1836 at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Commanded by Josiah Tattnall III, she carried General Santa Anna to Veracruz from Washington, D.C. in 1837. She most likely left service in 1844.

References

• "ZC (Ship) Files in the Navy Department Library". Navy Department Library. Archived from the original on 17 July 2013.
• Ship builder's records