Story
This freighter (c2-s-b1) was built in 1944 by Moore Drydock Co., Oakland CA.
Historical Notes
In 1971 this vessel was sunk as a target vessel.
Owners & Masters
In 1944 she was owned by the United States War Shipping Administration, Washington DC USA.
In 1944-1958 she was owned by the United States Navy.
Armament
one 5"/38 cal. dual purpose gun mount
four twin 40mm AA gun mounts
eighteen single 20mm AA gun mounts
References
www.navsource.org ↗ (website viewed 02/05/2024)