USS Agawam (SP-570)

USS Agawam (SP-570) — later renamed as the USS Natick (SP-570) — was a yacht acquired during World War I by the United States Navy. She was employed by the Navy as a patrol boat in the Great Lakes and was returned to her owner when the war was over.

A yacht built in England
Yacht Agawam was built in England; acquired by the Navy on free lease from Richard T. Crane of Chicago, Illinois on 12 April 1917; renamed Natick and commissioned on 20 October 1917.

World War I service
Natick was assigned as a patrol craft in the 9th Naval District during World War I.

Post-war disposition
After war-time patrol duties, she was returned to her owner 15 August 1919.