The USS McKee (TB-18) was a torpedo boat in the United States Navy, commissioned in 1902. It was part of the Bainbridge-class of torpedo boats and played a significant role in the early 20th-century naval operations. The ship was named after Lieutenant John McKee, a US Navy officer who served during the War of 1812. The USS McKee had a length of 175 feet and was armed with three torpedo tubes and three 1-pounder guns. It was powered by steam propulsion, allowing it to reach speeds of up to 25 knots. The ship was involved in various training exercises and fleet operations during its service. In 1919, the USS McKee was decommissioned and eventually sold for scrap in 1921. The ship's legacy lives on through historical records and naval archives, showcasing its contribution to the US Navy's fleet dynamics during the early 20th century.

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