Vessel Profile

Jean (V)

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Story

This tug was built in 1938 by Commercial Iron Works in Portland, OR.

Historical Notes

This vessel was powered and steered by two independent sternwheels on the Columbia River.

Owners & Masters

In 1938-1955 she was owned by the Western Transportation Co., Portland OR USA.

In 1955 she was laid up and moved to Lewiston ID as a maritime Museum and floating community theatre.

In 1996 she was owned by Elmer Earl and moved to Astotin WA.

Rebuilds

In 1957 this vessel was converted to a floating machine shop.

References

  • Newell, Gordon & Joe Williamson (1957) Pacific Tugboats Bonanza Books: New York NY
  • Merchant Vessels of the United States (1938)
  • Merchant Vessels of the United States (1948)
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