USS Union

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USS Union has been the name of more than one ship in the United States Navy, and may refer to:

The first USS Union was a steamer designed and constructed by the U.S. Navy as an experimental improved version of its current steam-powered ships which were not considered as efficient as they should be.

The second USS Union was a schooner that served in the United States Navy briefly during the Mexican War.

The third USS Union was a heavy (1,114-ton) steamer with a powerful 12-inch rifled gun purchased by the United States Navy during the American Civil War.

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