Vessel Profile

Appleton Victory

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Story

This freighter (victory dry cargo) was built in 1944 by Oregon Shipbuilding Corporation in Portland, OR.

Historical Notes

In 1982 this vessel was broken up.

Owners & Masters

In 1944-1947 she was owned by the United States War Shipping Administration.

In 1947-1980 she was owned by the United States Army.

In 1980-1982 she was owned by the United States Maritime Commission.

References

Newell, Gordon (ed.) The H.W. McCurdy Marine history of the Pacific Northwest 1966 Seattle WA: Superior Publishing Co

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