Vessel Profile

Olympic (IX)

Olympic (IX)
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Story

This passenger vessel was built in 1910 by Moran Bros. Co., Seattle WA.

Historical Notes

As the Sioux this vessel rammed and sank the passenger steamer Tolo In Everett Harbour.

Owners & Masters

In 1926-1927 she was owned by Puget Sound Navigation Co. (J. Green mgr), Seattle WA.

In 1935 she was owned by the Puget Sound Navigation Co., Seattle WA USA.

In 1941 she was owned by the U.S. A.T.S.

She was owned by the Dutch Government for service on the Surinam River in Dutch Guiana.

Rebuilds

In 1924 she was converted to ferry

References

  • Lloyd's Register Vol. 1 1926-1927
  • Newell, Gordon & Joe Williamson (1957) Pacific Tugboats Bonanza Books: New York NY
  • Merchant Vessels of the United States (1935)
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