The schooner María Chica was one of the first armed Dominican naval vessels of the Dominican War of Independence and is claimed to be one of the founding vessels of the Dominican Navy. She was captained by Commander Juan Bautista Maggiolo during the Dominican War of Independence. Before the war, the schooner was owned by Catalan merchants José and Francisco Ginebra.

History
Dominican Naval JackDominican Republic
NameMaría Chica
AcquiredApril 13, 1844
CommissionedApril 23, 1844
FateUnknown
General characteristics
Class and typeSchooner
Tons burthen78
PropulsionSail
Armament3 × 4-pounder guns

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