Vessel Profile

Fort Thompson

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Story

This freighter, (north sands-type) was built in 1942 by Burrard Drydock Co. Ltd. in Vancouver, BC.

Historical Notes

In 1955 this vessel was laid up, surveys overdue.

In 1959 this vessel was broken up at Beaumont TX USA.

Owners & Masters

In 1942 she was owned by the Minsitry of War Transport (Glen & Co), London UK.

In 1948 she was owned by United States Department of Commerce, U.S. Maritime Commission.

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