Story
This tanker (t2-se-a1) was built in 1943 by Sun Shipbuilding & Drydock Co. in Chester, PA.
Historical Notes
George Schneider (Sep 2026) writes: Her old foresection was in poor enough condition that it was sold for scrap in 1964 and broken up in Santander, Spain. Frequently discarded T-2 midsections were modified into barges for continued service.
In 1989 the ship was sold for breaking up in Bangkok, Thailand.
Owners & Masters
In 1943 she was owned by the U. S. Maritime Commission.
In 1943-1956 she was owned by The Texas Co., New York USA.
In 1960-1968 she was owned by Texaco Inc., Wilmington DE USA.
In 1986-1989 she was owned by the Texaco Refining & Marketing Co., Wilmington DE USA.
Name Significance
The T2 tankers were generally named for historic locations within the U. S. The Battle of Churubusco, New Mexico, took place on August 20, 1847, while Santa Anna's army was in retreat from the Battle of Contreras during the Mexican–American War
Rebuilds
In 1964 a new fore- and mid-body was built and installed by Newport News SB & DD Co. Her new length was 595.9', beam 74.2', GRT 15622, Displacement 32360, so adding about 50% to her carrying capacity while utilizing the same power plant.
References
Merchant Vessels of the United States (1945-1989)
