USS Sachem (1776)

The USS Sachem was a small schooner acquired by the Continental Navy in 1776 during the American Revolutionary War. Its primary purpose was to patrol coastal waters and intercept British supply ships. Specific details about its dimensions, armament, and crew are limited due to the incomplete and often fragmented historical records of the early Continental Navy. However, historical accounts indicate it served in the waters off the American colonies, likely operating from ports in New England. While records of specific engagements are scarce, the Sachem, along with other small vessels, played a role in disrupting British maritime activities and contributing to the overall war effort. The eventual fate of the Sachem is unconfirmed; it likely was either lost in battle, captured by the British, or decommissioned and sold after its service was no longer required.