Vessel Profile

Seattle Spirit (II)

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Story

This freighter (west-class cargo) was built in 1919 by J.F. Duthie & Co. in Seattle, WA.

Historical Notes

On June 18, 1942 this vessel was torpedoed and sunk by the U-124 with the loss of 4 crew members.

Owners & Masters

In 19199-1927 she was owned by The United States Shipping Board, Seattle WA USA.

In 1931-1935 she was owned by the United States Shipping Board, Seattle WA USA.

In 1942 she was owned by Seas Shipping Co. Inc., New York NY USA.

References

  • Newell, Gordon (ed.) The H.W. McCurdy Marine history of the Pacific Northwest 1966 Seattle WA: Superior Publishing Co
  • Lloyd's Register Vol. 1 1926-1927
  • Merchant Vessels of the United States (1935)
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