USS Resolute (1894) - Construction, Acquisition, and Commissioning

Construction, Acquisition, and Commissioning

Resolute was launched on 10 February 1894 as the iron-hulled passenger ship SS Yorktown by Delaware River Shipbuilding and Engine Works at Chester, Pennsylvania. The U.S. Navy purchased her from her owner, the Old Dominion Steamship Company, on 21 April 1898 for service during the Spanish-American War and commissioned her as USS Resolute on 11 May 1898 with Commander Joseph G. Eaton in command.