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This freighter (liberty dry cargo ec2-s-c1 type) was built in 1943 by Permanente Metals (Yard #2) in Richmond, CA.
Historical Notes
In 1948 this vessel was laid up in Suisun Bay CA USA.
In 1951 this vessel was activated for the Korean War service.
In 1952 this vessel was employed as a scientific test ship for atomic bomb explosions.
In 1977 this vessel was reported to have been broken up by Levin Metals Co. at Richmond CA USA.
Owners & Masters
In 1943-1948 she was owned by the United States War Shipping Administration, Washington DC USA. 1943-1975 she was owned by the U. S. Navy.
References
- Lloyd's Register Vol. 1 1944-1945
- www.navsource.net ↗ (accessed June 2026)
