Vessel Profile

Cocle

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Story

This freighter was built in 1920 by Western Pipe & Steel Co., San Francisco CA.

Historical Notes

On May 12, 1942 this vessel was reported to have been torpedoed and sunk by the U-94 with the loss of five persons.

Owners & Masters

In 1920-1927 she was owned by Ocean Transport Co. Inc., San Francisco CA USA.

In 1935 she was owned by the United States Shipping Board, New York NY USA.

In 1944-1945 she was owned by the North Atlantic Transport Inc., Panama.

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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