Two ships of the
United States Navy have been named USS ''Prairie'', after the grassland
prairie.
* The first was an auxiliary
cruiser
A cruiser is a type of warship. Modern cruisers are generally the largest ships in a fleet after aircraft carriers and amphibious assault ships, and can usually perform several roles.
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purchased in 1898 for the
Spanish–American War, and in periodic service until sold in 1923.
* The second was a
destroyer tender in service from 1940 to 1993.
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United States Navy ship names