From: Dictionary of American Fighting Ships

Former name retained.

The first Elizabeth (No. 972), a motorboat, served in a noncommissioned status in the 5th Naval District during World War I. On 12 December 1917 she was sunk in a collision with the American steamship Northland in the harbor of Norfolk; two lives were lost in the collision. Elizabeth was salvaged and resumed her former duties. On 10 November 1919 she was transferred to the War Department.

Transcribed by Yves HUBERT (hubertypc@aol.fr)