The USS McCulloch (1896) was a United States Navy gunboat launched on March 4, 1896. Designed for coastal defense and patrol duties, it was named after General George McCulloch, a notable figure in the American Civil War. The ship was equipped with a combination of guns and torpedoes, making it versatile for various naval operations. During its service, the USS McCulloch played a role in the Spanish-American War and was involved in several missions in the Caribbean and the Pacific. The vessel was decommissioned in 1919 and later sold for scrap, marking the end of its operational life in the Navy.