Vessel Profile

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Story

This passenger/freight vessel was built in 1915 by Union Iron Works Co. in San Francisco, CA.

Historical Notes

On March 2, 1941 this vessel, while in convoy HX-109, was torpedoed by U-95, with the loss of 34 of her crew.

Owners & Masters

In 1915 she was owned by the American South African Line.

In 1926-1935 she was owned by Argonaut Steamship Line, New York NY USA.

In 1941 she was owned by W.H. Cockerline & Co.

References

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