These photographs were selected to show the original configuration of this class and major subsequent modifications. For more views see the former NHHC (now Hyperwar) Online Library of Selected Images and the NavSource Photo Archive.
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USS Lykens (SP-876)
In a poor quality photograph probably taken in 1917, although it could also show her laid up in early 1920.
Her wartime gun platform and crowsnest are present but the 3"/50 gun is missing.
Photo No. NH 102011
Source: U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command
USS Lykens (SP-876)
In a retouched photograph probably taken in 1917 or possibly in early 1920. Lykens was very similar to the Conestoga (AT-54) class but was built a few years earlier.
Photo No. NH 99546
Source: U.S. Naval History and Heritage Command