Vessel Profile

Matchless

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Story

This freighter (r2-s-bv1) was built in 1945 by Moore Drydock Co., Oakland CA.

Historical Notes

In November 1981 this vessel caught fire and burned for five days, and was scuttled in deep water near Unalaska Island.

Owners & Masters

In 1945-1946 she was owned by the United States War Shipping Administration, Washington DC USA.

In 1947-1952 she was owned by the United States Maritime Commission.

In 1952 she was owneed by the United States Navy.

Rebuilds

Rebuilt in 1979 as a fisheries factory ship.

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