Vessel Profile

Blue Jacket (U.S.N.S.)

Blue Jacket (U.S.N.S.)
Photo: Navsource.org

Story

This freighter (c2-s-b1) was built in 1943 by Moore Drydock Co., Oakland CA.

Historical Notes

In 1973 this vessel was broken up.

Owners & Masters

In 1943-1950 she was owned by the United States War Shipping Administration, Washington DC USA.

In 1950-1971 she was owned by the United States Navy Military Sea Transportation Service.

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