Vessel Profile

Dilworth

Dilworth
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Story

This tanker was built in 1919 by Bethlehem Ship Building Corp. in Alameda, CA.

Historical Notes

In 1947 this vessel was sold to the Pinto Island Metal Co. for breaking up.

Owners & Masters

In 1926 she was owned by The United States War Shipping Administration, San Francisco CA USA.

In 1935 she was owned by the Dilworth Steam Ship Co., Philadelphia PSA USA.

In 1942 she was owned by the United States Navy.

In 1945 she was owned by the United States Maritime Commission.

References

  • Lloyd's Register Vol. 1 1926-1927
  • Lloyd's Register Vol. 1 1944-1945
  • Merchant Vessels of the United States (1935)
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